Graduated High School in June 1965 and was in boot camp in July. Posted by just now. Passed on NUPOC because it really wasn't something I wanted to do...found out about BDCP AFTER I graduated, waited through 3 canceled AF OTS boards and then finally got my Navy pilot spot. I would be just fine stocking soda machines and having normal working hours! What, in general, makes the Navy stand out? I figured out better reasons over time. Why did you choose the army and not any other branch? This was done both in a hardware sense and in a personnel sense. Why Did You Choose Mesquite. Once again, these early discharges are rare. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Would have definitely made for a smoother transition (shipping to OCS in 19 days). Navy Reserve service is typically associated with part-time service. Come visit our wiki over in r/Navy. Which ever you choose, you should pick something you are not only interested in but want to pursue as a career in the civilian world. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the newtothenavy community. When choosing which branch to join, you … I got lied to hard and had my OCS application nearly in within a week before I realized the gravity of my decisions. No personally identifying information (PII). User account menu. Vote. Thankfully, I think I ended up doing the right thing, even though I usually day dream of shooting guns and making things go boom. Statistically, the odds might be greater at USMA than USNA, however each service does different type of Intel. The COs are cool as shit because this is Major Command for them and there are literally zero scandal-worthy events that happen out here. He did,” I casually joked to a fellow military spouse once. Keep in mind that these limits are subject to change based on current government regulations. Not in the Navy yet. there is so many good reasons. However, I don't know what to say about the Navy in particular. It’s a win-win, as you get paid to work toward your degree while serving your country. I have no complaints. I did not consider the Marines. It's the same argument you would use when comparing Army to Navy aviation. As a reminder, this subreddit is for civil discussion. The Navy seemed to be held in higher regard from an intellectual standpoint. What, in general, makes the Navy stand out? You don’t have to put college on hold while you pursue a career in the Navy. Dude. The majority of jobs in the military will directly … Your mileage may vary. Amazing town. My friend joined after walking inti the AF office to ask about being a PJ (was already a civilian flight paramedic) and got one look cast at his two full sleeves. The Army and Marines have a stigma, right or wrong, of being about killing people and breaking things, whereas the Navy seemed to be more about defense. I remember my Navy Recruiter saying, "Feel free to talk to the Army, but I know you'll go Navy". So, r/navy, what made you choose the Navy over other branches? I talked to my Army Recruiter on the phone while sitting in the parking lot at the Navy Base's Visitor Center. The Navy has the best choice in duty stations. I wanted to go military, but hadn't narrowed it down. Of course to be completely accurate you have to replace 'I wanted to' with 'If Uncle Sam wanted me to'. I met him in person after getting my Navy offer and thanked him for working with me, but I decided to go Navy. Medical's primary duty here is to medically extent the shelf life of the food at the store. I'm enlisted so what motivates me probably does not apply to most officers. Experience for a Specific Civilian Career. If you know in the very core of your being that that is that military service is the path for you, then do it and know that I, and all veterans wish you godspeed in your journey. People that play bass guitar and double bass, well people that play them well, that want to join the military are rare enough, so I thought, "what is going on in that program where they need people to play three instruments?". You will not be at sea during your entire Navy career. (I was an enlisted electronics tech/nuclear reactor operator on a sub.). DG is one of the most chill duty stations I've ever spent time at. “I didn’t choose this life. (Which, btw, I did. Should you join the Navy? I would of totally switched my rate though as I went in as a SH because once again recruiter said it was a good rate. I'm a law student applying for JAG internships this summer. Maybe chipping paint, mess decks duty, cleaning toilets and resurfacing nonskid aren't what you're looking for in experience, but that's what you're gonna get for half a year or more. Granted. Navy CWOs possess the authority and are qualified by extensive experience and knowledge to direct the most difficult and exacting operations within a given occupational specialty. — or Auxiliary Security Force — made from vari… Within days of signing my DEP contract, I got offered a job playing double bass on a cruise ship (for their dance/lounge band). And I fucking love tattoos. What sealed the deal for me with regards to Navy was my audition. Sorry, this post was deleted by the person who originally posted it. Why do you want to be [insert … "They had the rating I wanted" and "job prospects after getting out" are great reasons, but they're not helpful to me. My own research confirmed what he said. EDIT: Thanks for the good answers, everyone! EDIT: Thanks for the good answers, everyone! Never even considered the Marines or Army. I already play two (bass guitar and double bass), so I worked up a blues and a Green Day song on guitar. A typical sea deployment on a Navy ship can last anywhere from six to nine months. It will enhance my career track and be a great life experience. Give me Jacksonville, norfolk, San Diego or anything. Ditto. For information regarding Navy enlisted ratings, see [Twisky's Rating Information Guide] (https://www.reddit.com/r/newtothenavy/comments/6mxv7c/links_to_official_information_on_every_enlisted/). I was trained to work on any aircraft. I'm an AOK bass player, but an awful guitarist. Tell us about 5 current affairs topics you've seen in the news recently? 3 years ago. He feels like he'd choose the AF now if he could go back and do it again. Always was my dream job while I was in, but never had an opportunity to make it happen. Press J to jump to the feed. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. The other other rate that looking back, I would consider would be Mass Communications Specialist. Learn how a career in the Navy will benefit you and find answers to common questions on how to join the Navy in this article. He felt that Air Force jet guys had a way more relevant and demanding path to becoming a mission/strike lead than Navy guys. Military service is a “lifeline” for some Americans, the researchers note, citing one single mother who joined “just because I had my son and I needed the benefits, I guess you … The personal growth that has occurred was awesome. The Air Force basically said don't bother, and the Army and Marines were a day short. Achievements at school, work, local community or sports?