How to Join the Military

October 27, 20261 min readBy PinGallery

Joining the military starts with talking to a recruiter for the branch you are interested in.

Applicants take the ASVAB test to identify job options, complete a medical exam and then attend basic training. Recruits generally must be at least 17 with parental consent, and age limits vary by branch.

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Compare jobs, enlistment bonuses, education benefits and active, reserve and Guard options before you sign.

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