I applied through a recruiter. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at US Army
Interview
To enlist into the US Army you must meet with a US Army Recruiter.
Minimum Requirements for Enlistment:
1. High School Graduate or High School Senior on track to Graduate
2. GED; sometimes "They allow GED's when recruiting efforts are struggling"
3. US Citizen or Green Card Holder
4. A passing score on the ASVAB; you want a raw score of 50 or better for; 32 is the minimum for enlistment "Study for this test before you take it!" A low score will severely limit your job options.
5. No major medical problems; if there is anything physically or mentally wrong with you there is little chance that you will be allowed to join
6. No major legal infractions; they will do city, county, and state police and court checks for everywhere you have lived, worked, or went to school for the last 7 years. Additionally, they will run you finger prints against the FBI database. Some legal infractions will disqualify you from service, but some can be waived. If you have been convicted of a felony forget about it.
7. Pass a Drug Test; someone will watch your urine leave your body and go into the bottle
8. Your Test, Medical, and Legal Background as well as available training seats will determine what jobs you are qualified for
Note: the Army has over 100 different jobs to choose from, but there may not be training available for that job; some jobs have very limited training seats available each year; first come first serve
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Be prepared to tell the recruiter everything about yourself. Don't trust anyone at MEPS, they are not your friends.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at US Army (Fayetteville, NC)
Interview
No interview. Just meet the requirements for entry. Beware the recruiter. They may not always be completely forthcoming. They have a quota to meet and may stead you in a direction they need you not necessarily what u want.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Just the standard questions about education level and Health. You will go have a comprehensive physical. Cannot be too overweight. Will question police record and past drug usage.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at US Army (Phoenix, AZ)
Interview
Complete the ASVAB, then speak to a recruiter but be knowledgeable about the opportunities available. Walk in the door armed with that knowledge and have an idea of what you want to do in the military. Don't expect that the recruiter is going to be completely open and present you with the "perfect job." There may be jobs that offer bonuses but they may not necessarily be the right fit for you. Don't accept it just because it offers a bonus, look for what will be interesting and satisfying. If you have education bring your transcripts and ensure that you get credit for that education. More education means higher rank and pay! If you have JROTC make sure to mention that as well for the same reason. There are hundreds of options available and you don't have to be a "hard charger" to necessarily fit into the Army. Also, start working on your pushups, situps, and 2 mile run time early, it will pay off for you in Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training!