Path for Enlisted Soldiers | U.S. Army

Introduction

• Enlisted Soldiers play a crucial role in the U.S. Army, with numerous opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

Gain Real-World Skills

• Training and hands-on experience from day one.
• Work as a professional and receive payment during training.

Career Opportunities

• Over 200 jobs available across various fields:
  • Science & Medicine
  • Support & Logistics
  • Signal & Intelligence
  • Aviation & Aerial Defense
  • Mechanics & Engineering
  • Ground Forces

Process to Become an Enlisted Soldier

1. Speak with a recruiter.
2. Take an entrance test.
3. Complete a physical exam.
4. Find an Army job.
5. Sign a contract & prepare for Basic Training.

Career Advancement Opportunities

• Enlisted ranks have a unique point system for promotions.
• Ranks:
  • Junior Enlisted Soldier
    • Private (Pvt.), Private Second Class, Private First Class, Specialist
  • Non-Commissioned Officer
    • Corporal, Sergeant, Staff Sergeant
  • Senior Non-Commissioned Officers
    • Sergeant First Class, Master Sergeant/First Sergeant, Sergeant Major, Command Sergeant Major, Sergeant Major of the Army

Warrant Officer Path

• Opportunity to become an expert and leader in your field.
• Apply to Warrant Officer Candidate School after two years.

Joining the Army

• Soldier Prep Quiz available to assess readiness.
• Basic Combat Training consists of three phases and takes about ten weeks.

Common Questions

• Can enlisted Soldiers become commissioned Officers? Yes, through the Green to Gold program.
• Difference between Warrant and Commissioned Officers? Warrant Officers specialize in a field, while Commissioned Officers lead missions.
• Post-enlistment process? Complete Basic Combat Training and receive assignment.
• Job reclassification and joining with friends? Possible through reclassification requests and Buddy Team Enlistment Option.

Contact and Additional Information

• Contact a recruiter for more details or if interested in joining.
• Options for full-time or part-time service, healthcare careers, and ROTC leadership training.
• Privacy Act Notice: Information is used strictly for recruiting purposes.