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What should i put on my resume as a 10th grader that is interested in joining the military?
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Liam’s Answer
I'm not sure that you will need a resume to start your career in the military. I say this (not as having served) because I don't know anyone who has had a resume to start. You obviously are forward thinking so I think you have a good idea, I am just going to throw out a couple ideas to see if you like them.
If you are entering the military because you are interested in a career that the military will assist you getting the experience for, figure out the branch and career first and start to mend the pieces together.
Example: I want to be a commercial pilot so I joined the USAF in order to gain hours for flight school.
You can use that as an objective or explanation of your work history if there are gaps in employment or school. Military will give you so many classes, certifications, and clearances you won't need to have a resume built before going in. It may help if you plan to work on the side while you serve but by then you will have an iron resume anyway!
Some advice for people going into the military for a career. Before you go in do well on your ASVABs. Study and shoot to ace them, you will have a better experience for when you do! Document everything you do. You will be offered the chance to get clearances, this will put you in a job market where you will make 50% when you are discharged. Keep all of your pay stubs, addresses, contacts, everything. If there is a chance to get cleared, get cleared. When you are young and trying to follow an opportunity, be nimble. This means be ready to move on the drop of a dime. Getting things like an apartment with a 2 year lease might not work out for you right away. The one thing I say that people don't understand until they do it is don't buy a couch. If you spend money on one and then have to move, you have to spend money to move that too. Eventually, yes please, buy a couch. Before you are done with school, don't buy a couch!
If you are entering the military because you are interested in a career that the military will assist you getting the experience for, figure out the branch and career first and start to mend the pieces together.
Example: I want to be a commercial pilot so I joined the USAF in order to gain hours for flight school.
You can use that as an objective or explanation of your work history if there are gaps in employment or school. Military will give you so many classes, certifications, and clearances you won't need to have a resume built before going in. It may help if you plan to work on the side while you serve but by then you will have an iron resume anyway!
Some advice for people going into the military for a career. Before you go in do well on your ASVABs. Study and shoot to ace them, you will have a better experience for when you do! Document everything you do. You will be offered the chance to get clearances, this will put you in a job market where you will make 50% when you are discharged. Keep all of your pay stubs, addresses, contacts, everything. If there is a chance to get cleared, get cleared. When you are young and trying to follow an opportunity, be nimble. This means be ready to move on the drop of a dime. Getting things like an apartment with a 2 year lease might not work out for you right away. The one thing I say that people don't understand until they do it is don't buy a couch. If you spend money on one and then have to move, you have to spend money to move that too. Eventually, yes please, buy a couch. Before you are done with school, don't buy a couch!
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April’s Answer
Hi there! Serving in the United States Army is a great achievement, and while you don't need a resume to join, it's wonderful that you're working on one. Keep building your resume throughout your career, even while you're in the military. It will be a big help if you ever decide to retire or move on to new opportunities. Keep up the great work!
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Jason’s Answer
Hi Nathalya. I have served in the Army. A written resume isn't needed to join. Areas to work on to make the transition easier: stay physically fit. Work on math skills and prep for the ASVAB ( test that identifies your strengths). Start thinking about the work you would like to do. It's a rewarding career that will be gone in the blink of an eye.