The US Army is not fun, but it's worth it. - MI Systems Maintainer/Integrator US Army Employee Review

3.0
Nov 2, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

Unparalleled benefits package, free medical, dental, housing, and lots of chances to travel. Everyone of your own rank type will treat you like family, and you'll make great friends that will last your whole life. Worth every second of difficulty, too.

Cons

Your time is not your own, and neither is anything else, unless you're married. If you're married, you get privacy, and get help whenever you need it for your family. Otherwise, you have no privacy, and your life belongs to the Army.

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Pros

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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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