Vantaggi
Training. Acquisition of a government security clearance. College. Early-career opportunity to lead and develop others. Seeing new places. Travel. Meeting new people. Testing your own capabilities and determining your own limits. Training, training, training. Firm rules and regulations. Benefits package: medical, dental, visual, vacation, etc. Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB). Tuition assistance. Non-taxed allowances, such as housing, food, etc. For people seeking a change in life, the Navy represents an outstanding opportunity to redefine their career trajectory.
Svantaggi
Contracted employment. Low pay. Risk. Family separation. Low pay. Forced relocation. Inconsistent schooling for children. Low pay. Firm rules and regulations. While benefits package is robust, the only option is military medical, which has a less-than-ideal reputation.