Good for character development and gaining different experiences. - Battalion Staff Officer - Captain US Army Employee Review

4.0
Apr 17, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Perform a variety of jobs and work in many different locations/environments. It is a people organization - you will interact with those from all walks of life, though with a heavy leaning towards those who came from a less priviledged background. Great place to learn and develop leadership skills and capabilities.

Cons

Frequency of deployment schedule has been extremely strenuous - though this should be reducing in the future. Many menial and asinine tasks and procedures that Soldiers must do on a day to day basis. Over abundance of rules and regulations may be a deterrent for some.

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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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