Happy Memorial Day! To celebrate the holiday, we thought we would change up our Major Monday a bit to spotlight on a military lifestyle! For you high school students, it sometimes can be difficult to figure out if the military is right for you and it can be difficult to know where to start searching for answers. Have no fear — we’ve come up with a list of resources that can help you make your decision a little bit more manageable!
For students who are interested in serving their country, joining the military is an excellent choice. The military offers many fulfilling opportunities to graduating high school students, but researching those options can be intimidating. Here are some resources to make the process a little less daunting!
Today’s Military
Produced by the United States Department of Defense, this website is a resource for students and parents curious about military careers. The site provides information on the different service branches, training, and various roles within the military.
Website: http://todaysmilitary.com/
Careers in the Military
You may know you want to join the military, but unsure of the role you’d like to pursue. This website offers information on the many careers that can be pursued within the military, and how to go about pursuing them.
Website: http://www.careersinthemilitary.com/
United States Department of Labor
The United States Department of Labor offers a comprehensive overview of careers in the military, including key details such as duties, pay, and how to get involved. This data is all online with the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Website: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/military/military-careers.htm
Official Resources
Possibly the best and most official sources for information on the military are each branch’s official website. Some even offer FAQs and chat functions to help address specific questions you may have. Find the official website for each branch of the military listed below.
Army: http://www.goarmy.com/
Navy: http://www.navy.com/
Air Force: http://www.airforce.com/
Marine Corps: http://www.marines.com/home
Coast Guard: http://www.uscg.mil/
Thinking about the National Guard? Find out more about the Air National Guard and Army National Guard at NextStepU.com!
