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Does the military kick you out at a certain age?
In general, the Defense Department restricts enlistment to those 35 and younger. Prior enlisted service members can subtract their previous years of service from their age in order to extend eligibility. For example, the current age cutoff in the Air Force is 39.
Military Maximum Age Requirements: Navy Age Limit: 34 for active duty, 39 for Navy Reserve. Marine Corps Age Limit: 29 for active duty and Marine Corps Reserve. Air Force Age Limit: 39 for active duty and Guard, 38 for Air Force Reserve. Coast Guard Age Limit: 27 for active duty, 39 for Coast Guard Reserve.
Do Army recruiters have any input about job opportunities?
If you’re joining the active duty Army, active duty Marine Corps, Army or Air National Guard, or the Reserve forces (of any of the branches), the recruiter will have more input about job opportunities (more on this in the next chapter).
As with any career path, Sailors are eligible for raises and promotions based on performance, accumulated years of service, and needs of the Navy. In addition, Congress generally authorizes a military pay raise every year to reflect cost-of-living increases. Our people are our most valuable assets, so we care for them well.
How does a military recruiter determine whether you are qualified to join?
The recruiter uses the information you give to determine whether or not you are qualified to join, based on Department of Defense (DOD) and individual service standards. Those standards exist for reasons. It is not up to you, or the recruiter to decide which standards are valid and which ones are not.
Why do recruiters lie to you about military jobs?
This is a lie that recruiters tell you to get you to sign into an open or high demand field. While there are some jobs that provide you with skills you need to have a great civilian career, some jobs do not have an equivalent at all. This is something to consider when you do not plan to spend 20 year in the Military. 4.