Will Get You Where You Need to Go - U.S. Army Officer US Army Employee Review

3.0
Apr 8, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

The Army will provide a reasonable salary, full health benefits, money for school, and a solid inter-disciplinary experience that will set you up well for future careers if you choose to leave.

Cons

It will drain your energy and time, destroy your work-life balance if you let it, and you don't have many of the anti-discrimination protections of a civilian job.

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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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