Mr. Hufnagel

Hauppauge High School

Career Opportunities in theUS Armed Services

The US Military is ready to assist you…• Train for a career of

your choice

• Help defend freedom

• Experience the world

• Earn money and receive benefits

Choose from one of five branches….

Qualifying for theArmed Services

•Take the ASVAB Exam(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)

Qualifying scores depend on branch

•Pass physical exam

•Minimum age: 17

•HS diploma or equivalent

Preparing for the Military

The following may helpearn stripes prior toenlistment:

•Join a Junior ROTC program

•Earn College Credits

Careers in the U.S. ARMY

Over 150 jobs available

Range from…-working with computers-to assisting doctors-to fixing helicopters,

there's an Army job right for you.

Careers in the U.S. Air Force

Over 260 jobs available

Not all about planes and pilots.

We've got a career for almost every interest and

skill.

Careers in the U.S. NavyOffers careers that match

the talents and interests of just about everyone

Some career fields include:

•Arts & Photography

•Finance & Accounting

•Mechanical & Engineering

•Medical & Dental

               

Careers in the U.S. MarinesMarine occupational

categories include:

•Enlisted Aviation

•Combat Arms

•Combat Service Support

•Marine Reserve

•Computers/Communications/Intelligence/Electronics

               

Careers in the

U.S. Coast GuardCoast Guard occupational categories include:

• Safety And Law Enforcement

• Maritime Patrols

• Technology

• Environmental Operations

• Administrative

               

Compensation• Starting Basic Pay

−$1,142.70 per month

• Receive additional money for:−Food−Housing−Clothing−Cost of Living

For the complete pay chart visit:

http://www.defenselink.mil/militarypay/pay/bp/paytables/Jan2005_Basic_Pay.html

            

         

Additional Benefits• Travel the world

• Tuition reimbursement

• 30-days paid vacation

• Free Medical & Dental

• Excellent Retirement

• Discounts at many locations

Career Progression

• Attend service related training

• Advance through achievements and tests

• Become a Commissioned Officer with a 4-year degree

Life after the Military

• Assistance with job placement

• Marketable to civilian employers

• Qualify for tax benefits

• Qualify for retirement

• Qualify for life insurance

Begin your journey today…• Air Force Recruiter:

550 Smithtown-By-Pass, Smithtown

• Army Recruiter:356 Middle Country Road, Coram

• Navy Recruiter:38-40 East Main Street, Bayshore

• Marine Recruiter:Visit www.marines.com

• Coast Guard Recruiter:747 Wantagh Avenue, Wantagh