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US Army Infantry with Airborne Ranger

  • US Army
  • Hicksville, NY, 11801

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Job Description:

Overview

The infantry is the main land combat force and backbone of the Army. It’s also the starting point for many advanced schools such as: Special Forces, Airborne School, Ranger School, Sniper School, and Pathfinder School.
 

Job Duties
  • Defend the country against any threat by land
  • Capture, destroy and repel enemy ground forces during combat
Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.
 

Training

Enlistees attend Infantry One Station Unit Training for 14 weeks, which primarily takes place in the field, as well as the classroom.

During training, they will list their specific infantry job preferences, although assignments are determined by the needs of the Army. Upon graduation from One Station Unit Training, they are assigned to one of the following infantry specialties:

  • Infantryman (11B)
  • Indirect Fire Infantryman (11C)
Helpful Skills
  • Possess tremendous discipline and high morale
  • Readiness to accept a challenge and face danger
  • Interest in light weapons and ground tactics
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
Required ASVAB Score(s)
Combat (CO): 87

Learn more about the ASVAB and see what jobs you could qualify for.
https://www.goarmy.com/learn/understanding-the-asvab.html


Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation at https://www.goarmy.com/benefits/total-compensation.html
 

Earn Cash For In Demand Jobs

You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties.

(Current bonus status for Infantry at time of posting)
36 month contract = 20K bonus
48 month contract = 25K bonus
60 month contract = 30K bonus
72 month contract = 40K bonus
 

Education Benefits

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits at https://www.goarmy.com/benefits/education-benefits.html
 

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in federal, state and local law enforcement.
 

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

 

  • AT&T, Inc.
  • Hewlett-Packard Company
  • Kraft Foods Global, Inc.
  • Sears Holdings Corporation
  • Time Customer Service, Inc.
  • Walgreen Co.
Airborne Ranger options are open at the time of this job posting. The minimum contract length for this is 48 months with a 25K bonus. We also have the Army Battle Buddy Team enlistment option open, you can join with a friend. The bonus for that option start at 36 months for a 20K bonus. 
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Please go to the following website for more information: https://www.army.mil/info/organization/

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