The Army has been an excellent opportunity for me and has provided stability for my family. - Optician US Army Employee Review

4.0
Sep 26, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

The Army offers great benefits and opportunities such as an excellent healthcare program and money for education. The training is challenging and pushes you to reach for excellence. Great opportunities for excellent jobs or entrepreneurial start-ups are available after serving your time are abundant. Also great rates are available for almost all areas of financing.

Cons

The high risk nature of the job and a great deal of time may be spent away from your family are difficult but worth the chance to serve your country.

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

Great on a resume Education benefits (e.g. Montgomery) Free certifications; SkillBridge programs when leaving Phenomenal mentorship from seasoned leaders (Mostly) predictable work schedule Guaranteed career progression opportunities Potential for unique schools (airborne, air assault, rangers) A lot of time for personal development (if good leadership) Free healthcare VA benefits after leaving the service Huge veteran community after service

Cons

Sometimes unpredictable and very long work hours Not a lot of room for personal development (if bad leadership) Clearly unfit individuals in leadership positions in every unit A lot of time away from family when deployed/on rotation Moving from duty locations every few years on average Work may take a heavy toll on personal health Being treated like a child as a 30+ year old Overbearing emphasis on inclusivity and diversity for a military organization

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