One Navy. One Mission.
The Navy and Navy Reserve. At sea, on land and in the air, we are not only a presence in this world but a definitive leader. A driving force in the mission to uphold and promote freedom. A front-runner in the development and utilization of emerging technology. An employer of choice for anyone interested in making the most of their proven or potential abilities – while making a genuine difference through the work performed.

Here, everyone from aspiring students to motivated professionals will find greater opportunities. Bigger challenges. Better training. Money for schooling. And the prospect of achieving professional and personal goals faster.

Here, you can pursue adventures that most can only imagine. Discover a camaraderie that can last a lifetime. And enjoy benefits that few employers can match.

In the Navy or Navy Reserve, you’ll have the chance to do great things.

Serving full-time or part-time.

In the Active Duty Navy, develop the type of job skills employers seek out. Put your future on the fast-track to success. And live a lifestyle that’s as exciting as it is rewarding.

What will your role be? Elite professional. World traveler. Everyday hero. Whatever you’re into, you’ll find it in the Navy. Discover an amazing scope of opportunities. Hundreds of exciting positions in any of 60 high-growth fields. Everything from information technology to sonar. Aviation support to electronics. Health care to law enforcement. No experience required.

What’s to gain? Get valuable experience from day one. Receive college credit for on-the-job training. Acquire a degree with the help of over $70,000 in assistance through the Montgomery GI Bill and Navy College Fund. Earn your education in the coolest classrooms and build a career that advances with you as you learn.

Why the Navy? It’s the chance to master a high-tech field. To serve a greater cause. To see the world. Commuting from coast to coast, from continent to continent. Italy. Iceland. Hawaii. Japan. Egypt. To any of more than 100 Navy ports of call. Going where others only dream of going faster than you ever thought possible.

In the Navy Reserve find a ready resource of mission-capable units and personnel. One whose members are capable of serving in any given role that supports the defense of our nation. One that today represents 20% of the Navy’s Total Force.

Who are Reservists? Highly motivated men and women from diverse backgrounds. Just like you, they are trained professionals capable and willing to contribute to ongoing Navy operations. At the same time, they are free to pursue their own interests out in the civilian world.

When would you serve? The core service commitment for Navy Reservists is a minimum of one weekend a month and two weeks a year. In some cases, there can be flexible drilling alternatives. In addition, there are mobilization options that exist to support service abroad as well as here in the United States.

Where would you serve? With hundreds of Navy Reserve Centers across the country, you’re never too far from a location or training site that allows you to train on your drill weekend. And you could travel to various destinations in this country or around the world during your two-week annual training.

The Navy and Navy Reserve welcome higher knowledge, ambitions and a sense of purpose. For the best and brightest, it’s a character-building experience that allows you to make a greater impact in your career and your world.

How will you distinguish yourself? With the title Navy Officer comes responsibility and respect beyond what most will ever know. Protecting our country’s interests. Contributing to global relief efforts. Directing the power of one of the most capable organizations on earth. In this position, management and leadership training can provide unrivaled experience. Service to country can offer something that truly sets you apart.

General Officers: There are dozens of Officer career specialties available to you in the Navy. Positions of leadership in everything from surface warfare to chaplaincy. Engineering to intelligence. Nuclear power to special operations. Whatever your field of interest, you’ll find engaging opportunities and the chance to prove your own reputation for excellence.

Medical Officers: The need for talented health-care professionals has never been greater in the world – and especially in the Navy.

Navy Medical Corps Officers can choose from over 30 specialties and subspecialties in Navy Medicine alone. Everything from anesthesiology to urology, family practice to sports medicine, flight surgery to nuclear medicine.

Navy Dental Corps Officers can focus on any of 13 specialty areas – ranging from general practice and orthodontics to oral surgery and forensics.

Navy Nurse Corps Officers can pursue highly regarded positions in over a dozen clinical areas, including critical care and general surgery, orthopedics and oncology, pediatrics and obstetrics, psychiatry and recovery care.

As you’ll quickly discover: It’s not a question of can you make a difference, it’s more a realization of how big a difference you can make.

Nowhere will you find a more dedicated group of coworkers than in the Navy and Navy Reserve. Upstanding individuals – upholding the Navy core values of honor, courage and commitment. Working together with the spirit of teamwork, in a culture of mutual respect, toward a greater good.

All the resources to succeed. Anticipate state-of-the-art surroundings…cutting-edge technology…world-renowned training…everything you need to hold a position at the forefront of your field. Complement that with hands-on experience and rapid advancement opportunities and you have everything you need to reach your potential.

Ongoing education from day one. Take advantage of collegiate credit for on-the-job training. Receive generous financial assistance in the pursuit of higher degrees before your service begins, as you’re serving, and even upon completion of your service commitment.

A more fulfilling life. Step into a world of meaningful service, outstanding rewards and true adventure. Enjoy reasonable work hours. Generous vacation allowances. Amazing fringe benefits. The goal: to develop Sailors and Officers with the highest capabilities. And a truly satisfying quality of life.

Whether serving full-time in the Navy or part-time in the Navy Reserve, whether an Enlisted member or an Officer, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that’s second to none.

Members of the Navy and Navy Reserve can qualify for potential sign-on bonuses and specialty pay. Paid career training and generous educational assistance programs. Tax-free shopping privileges at military stores and access to recreational opportunities at no cost. Not to mention retirement benefits.

Active Duty personnel can look forward to a competitive salary. 30 days’ vacation with pay earned every year. Plus comprehensive medical and dental coverage (which includes family).

Navy Reservists can supplement benefits earned in the civilian world with four days pay for only 16 hours worked each drill weekend. Low-cost life insurance options. Plus VA home loans (based on service commitment).

And all members can find value in the intangibles – everything from worldwide travel opportunities to job security. Camaraderie with fellow members to personal pride in service.