THREE WAYS TO SERVE
You will have a choice whether to serve on active duty status, or as a member of the Army Reserve or National Guard. Active duty Soldiers serve full time. You will live on or near a military installation that serves as your unit’s base of operations. You will be paid a full salary and you will have access to all of the benefits of a full-time Soldier.
Serving in the Army Reserve or National Guard is similar to working a part-time job. You can live where you want, focus on your civilian career and stay close to your family. You will also have access to many of the benefits of active duty Soldiers, but your time spent on duty is greatly decreased. The Army Reserve offers more than 120 jobs that provide valuable training and experience for your long-term life goals, in addition to making you a well-trained Soldier.