Very rewarding and demanding, but a lot of time spent away from loved ones - Anonymous employee US Army Employee Review

4.0
Nov 28, 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits, decent pay, able to gain rank and responsibility, able to switch jobs if you want to move up further, travel

Cons

Much time spent away from family, no pay difference if in the same grade regardless of performance.

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Pros

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Cons

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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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