U.S. Army Reserve

 
Joining the U.S. Army Reserve 
ROLE OF THE ARMY RESERVE

“What is the Army Reserve?”

The Army is the most powerful and sophisticated military force in the world.

The Army Reserve allows you to pursue a civilian career or attend college full-time and still serve your community and country.

You can live where you want, receive medical benefits, educational benefits, tuition assistance, and build for retirement.

In the Army Reserve, you can continue your career or education while training close to home and standing ready to serve with your valuable job skills. 


PRIOR SERVICE OR
CURRENTLY SERVING


The Benefits of Continuing your Service

If your enlistment is coming to an end or you are looking to return to service, you might be wondering how the Army Reserve can help you.

The answer is that being a Soldier in the Army Reserve gives you the best of what the military and civilian worlds have to offer. 

As an Army Reserve Soldier, you have the flexibility to start a new career, continue your education, pursue any other goal and live where you choose while enjoying a civilian lifestyle. 


Want to be a Part of the Team?
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

•  U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien
•  17-35 years old
•  Healthy and in good physical condition
•  In good moral standing

Some positions may have additional qualifications. Please email your recruiter for more information:
usarmy.knox.usarec.mbx.usarec-ace@mail.mil

For questions related to Joining the Army Reserve: Please call 1-888-550-ARMY or visit the GoArmy.com website:
 goarmy.com/reserve

Additional Information


We've Got You Covered

In addition to giving you a head start on your career, for your commitment, the benefits of the Army Reserve will take care of you and your family. 

As a Soldier in the Army Reserve, you’ll earn money for education, cash bonuses, discounted health care, build retirement, and more. 

All while you pursue your civilian career or continue your education.

What are our benefits?



Something for Everyone

You may be surprised to learn that the Army Reserve jobs offer opportunities in a wide variety of areas.

In fact, almost all Army Reserve jobs can be found in the civilian world, giving you a competitive advantage.

Discover careers in fields such as law enforcement, medicine, engineering and information technology, which can further your civilian and Army Reserve careers.