How do I really get started into a Army Military career?

Hello there,

Im 16 and a sophomore in highschool and Im very much wanting to join the military, specifically the US army. I've been talking to my conselor and parents and reletives that have joined before, but i cant really get a solid answer of how to really get started. I know that i have to take the ASVAB before i can join boot camp, but can i take boot camp junior year? Can someone just give me a rundown of the process.How do I really get started into a Army Military career?1. Do some basic research on line. Look at every branch and component (i,e, Reserves and Guard) and narrow down to a few that fit your interest and look at jobs that interest you.



2. Talk to a recruiter(s) in whatever branch you are interested in



3. Take the ASVAB and see what score you get. The recruiter will take your scores and tell you what jobs you are qualified for and what is open at that time. he/she will also conduct a background check to make sure you are free of any disqualifying legal issues.



4. MEPS. The recruiter will then schedule you fr a MEPS physical. After you pass the MEPS physical a career counselor will sit down with you and tell you what is open and what options you have.



5. Raise your right hand and repeat after me.."I, state your name, do solemnly swear...."How do I really get started into a Army Military career?
You talk to a recruiter. They will take it from there.How do I really get started into a Army Military career?join the armyHow do I really get started into a Army Military career?
if you join the reserves or gaurd you can do a split option. one summer basic and ait the next. you must be at least 17 yrs old before you can enter basic. your safest bet is to talk to a recruiter. active duty you have to be completely graduated to attend basic, as you will go straight into a unit from AITHow do I really get started into a Army Military career?Talk to a recruiter, graduate high school, talk to a recruiter and enlist, go to basic training, pass, go to your advanced school, pass, go to your first duty station, excel, after that its what you make of itHow do I really get started into a Army Military career?
When you are a Junior in High School and 17 years old(with parental consent) you can join the US Army Reserves. This will allow you to go to BT between your Junior and Senior year of High School in the summer months.



If you are looking at the Active Army then you will have to wait until probable April of your Junior year. You still must be at least 17 years old. You can join the active Army then but you will not go to BT until after your Senior year of high school.
go see the recruiter