In the Army, your son or daughter can earn money for college

In the Army, your son or daughter can earn money for college, and college credits while learning job skills that will put them ahead of their civilian colleagues. Soldiers also receieve top-notch medical coverage, 30-days paid vacation, and housing allowances.

 http://www.goarmy.com/parents/why-the-army/money-for-college.html

Army takes Chairman's Cup in medals blowout at Warrior Games

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. (Army News Service, June 27, 2015) -- The Army ruled almost every category on its way to grabbing the Chairman's Cup for the second straight year at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games held at this historic Marine Corps base.

"That very first event, cycling, is what really brought this team together," said Sgt. 1st Class Keoki Smythe, the noncommissioned officer in charge at the Alexandria-based Warrior Transition Command.

"Then our track athletes and swimmers gave us a huge lead and our archery team had a gold medal sweep," the Seattle native said.


http://www.army.mil/article/151393/Army_takes_Chairman_s_Cup_in_medals_blowout_at_Warrior_Games/

All Army Sports Program might be for you

In All Army Sports, Soldiers from Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard compete in a variety of sports at the highest levels to include Armed Forces, USA Nationals and Military World Games. We support Soldier readiness and well-being through athletic performance, military bearing and competitive spirit.

 http://www.armymwr.com/recleisure/sportsandfitness/all_army_sports.aspx

Army swimmers earn 57 medals at DOD Warrior Games

Soldiers took home 17 gold, 22 silver and 18 bronze medals Saturday from the 48 swimming events at the Department of Defense Warrior Games.

The meet was held at the Manassas Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center pool, lasting from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. All competitive strokes: freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke were included with the exception of butterfly.

 http://www.army.mil/article/151334/Army_swimmers_earn_57_medals_at_DOD_Warrior_Games/

Soldiers score home run during Army Day at Nationals Park

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey threw out the ceremonial first pitch. Next on the green, 12 Army children were accompanied around the bases by Nationals players. Waving and high-fiving, Screech, the Nationals' mascot, donned Army fatigues to join in the fun.

 http://www.army.mil/article/151258/Soldiers_score_home_run_during_Army_Day_at_Nationals_Park/

Network Switching Systems Operator-Maintainer (25F) Jobs

 Network switching systems operator-maintainer performs maintenance on electronic switches, control centers, combat radios and other equipment associated with networks. They also use computers to troubleshoot the system when errors occur.

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/computers-and-technology/network-switching-systems-operator-maintainer.html

Signals Intelligence Analyst (35N) Jobs

A signals intelligence analyst examines foreign communications/activity and relays that information by producing combat, strategic and tactical intelligence reports.

Job Duties

• Organize intercepted messages and isolate valid intelligence
• Identifying the target and operational patterns
• Maintain analytical working aids and databases
  
• Assist in the emplacement, camouflage and recovery of surveillance systems
  
• Prepare technical and tactical intelligence reports

Requirements

Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a signals intelligence analyst requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and in the field.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Target identification and operational patterns
• Analyzing communications information using technical references
• Preparing technical and tactical intelligence reports

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/intelligence-and-combat-support/signals-intelligence-analyst.html