Web Resources for Military Opportunities

The military is a viable career path for some young people.  Armed services recruiters are the primary source of information regarding military service.  Recruiters do not visit middle schools; therefore, middle school coordinators should make a special effort to contact them for information and visits. Contact local recruiters (check your local yellow pages for telephone numbers) for information regarding each branch of the armed services.  The Internet offers numerous web sites students and parents can explore to gather information.

Military Career Guide Online, The Defense Manpower Data Center
The Military Career Guide describes itself as the leading career information resource for the military world of work. It gives details on 152 enlisted and officer occupations. Because most military occupations are comparable to one or more civilian occupations, the title of the civilian counterpart is provided for every applicable military occupation. In addition, this site describes training, advancement, and educational opportunities within each of the major services - - Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
URL:  http://www.todaysmilitary.com/wyg/t11_wyg_militarycareers.php

The United States Air Force
Homepage for the United States Air Force.
URL:  http://www.airforce.com/index_fr.htm

The United States Coast Guard
The United States Coast Guard
URL:  http://www.uscg.mil/

The United States Marines
Homepage for the United States Marines.
URL:  http://marines.com/