See how easily the Army Reserve can fit into your life and help take you to the next level.
CHOOSE A WAY TO SERVE
The Army Reserve offers more than 100 different jobs that provide valuable training and experience for your long-term life goals, in addition to being a well-trained Soldier.
SERVE CLOSE TO HOME
Army Reserve Soldiers typically serve within 90 minutes from home.
BENEFITS TO JOINING THE ARMY RESERVE
Salary
To help support their civilian income, Army Reserve Soldiers earn competitive pay for their monthly unit training and annual field training. And salary increases as you climb in rank and years of experience.
Education
If you’re currently in college or planning to attend, being a full-time student is more than possible in the Army Reserve. You can even qualify for tuition assistance to help fund college tuition or pay off your loans.
Health Care
You and your family can get low-cost health, dental and life insurance. You’ll also gain access to the Army’s world-class medical care.
Leadership
Army Reserve Soldiers gain valuable leadership skills that translate into a competitive advantage in many different civilian careers.
Job Certification
The Army Reserve can help advance your career with critical professional and trade certifications, plus connect you with employers who truly value Army Reserve Soldiers in the workplace.
Teamwork
An Army Reserve Soldier encounters a wide range of team-building and team-leading experiences that prepare them to perform as a member of any organization.
Work Ethic
The Army Reserve recognizes the value of hard work. You’ll not only develop an unparalleled work ethic, you could even be rewarded with a cash bonus for excellence during your training.
Retirement
The Army Reserve can help you better plan for retirement with a savings and investment plan.
We understand that you probably have a million questions. Don’t worry, we’ve been there too. We’ll make sure you get all the answers you need.
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What to Expect
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Although you’re not old enough to enlist, we can start the conversation if you are at least 16 years of age.
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Army ROTC is one of the best leadership courses in the country and it won’t interfere with your college curriculum. Interested in learning more about it? You can talk to an Army representative at any time with no obligation to join.
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Soldier Q&A
If you’re still looking for more information about joining the Army Reserve, hear it from the Soldiers themselves. See what current Army Reserve Soldiers have to say as they answer some of the most commonly asked questions about joining in their own words.
Did you use the army to pay for your education?
“I used tuition assistance to get my bachelors and I'm currently pursuing a masters with my GI Bill.”
― Sgt. Kelly
Human Resources Specialist
What are some of the education benefits of joining the Army Reserve?
“You’re able to receive tuition assistance. I was also able to receive the Montgomery GI bill.”
― Spc. Ygarza
Combat Medic Specialist
How has the Army Reserve benefited you?
“The Army gave me the opportunity to get an advanced course in leadership.”
― Capt. Black
Signal Officer
What transferable skills has the Army Reserve taught you?
“Teamwork is one of the greatest transferable skills that you get in the Army Reserve. ”
― Capt. Black
Signal Officer
What transferable skills has the Army Reserve taught you?
“We can be at the range, we can be doing a class like First Aid, we could be doing training as [a] unit together. It really varies unit to unit.”
— Sgt. Mabou
Human Resources Specialist
Ready To Join?
The Army Reserve lets you serve your country on a part-time basis, while picking up valuable career skills and staying in your community.
GET STARTED NOWOne weekend a month,plus two weeks a year
Part-time service means you serve at least one weekend per month and two additional weeks per year, with the ability to scale up or down depending on your life and career needs.
ARMY RESERVE CAREERSFind Your Location
Army Reserve Soldiers typically serve within 90 minutes from home.
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