Combat Infantry Specialist

Position Overview
The Infantry serves as the essential component of the Army, tasked with securing and maintaining ground during combat missions. These dedicated Soldiers engage in offensive and defensive operations against enemy forces utilizing advanced weaponry and tactical strategies.
Key Responsibilities

• Support reconnaissance missions to gather intelligence.
• Deploy, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines.
• Operate various weapon systems, including night vision engagements.
• Maintain and operate communication devices under diverse conditions.
• Function as a member of a fire team during both training and combat scenarios.
• Process captured personnel and documentation.
• Assist in the mobilization of troops, vehicles, and armaments.
• Utilize, maintain, and securely store combat weapons such as rifles and machine guns.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to embrace challenges.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Physical and mental fitness.
• Capability to collaborate as part of a team.

Your experience as an Infantryman in the Army National Guard will cultivate discipline and leadership skills. You will not only learn the importance of teamwork but also how to lead effectively in high-stress situations, including combat and disaster response. Employers value these qualities, as they indicate reliability and the ability to complete tasks efficiently. The strong work ethic and valuable skills acquired in the Army National Guard will provide you with a competitive advantage in the job market.
Compensation and Training
Instead of incurring costs to acquire these skills, you will receive compensation while training. In the Army National Guard, you will gain essential job skills while earning a regular salary and qualifying for educational assistance.
Training for an Infantryman involves 14 weeks of Basic Training followed by Advanced Individual Training (AIT), combining classroom instruction with field exercises simulating combat conditions.
Benefits

• Paid training opportunities.
• Monthly salary.
• Access to the Montgomery GI Bill.
• Federal and State tuition assistance.
• Retirement benefits for part-time service.
• Affordable life insurance coverage (up to $400,000).
• 401(k)-type savings plan.
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000 for existing loans).
• Health care benefits available.
• VA home loan eligibility.
• Potential bonuses.
• Most non-prior service candidates can expect to earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

Requirements

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school or possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Age requirement: 17 to 35 years.
• Ability to pass a physical examination and meet legal and moral standards.
• Must meet citizenship criteria.

Programs and benefits are subject to change. Consult your Army National Guard recruiter for the latest information. Actual Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) assignment may depend on availability.

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