Military veterans: You remember the deep camaraderie forged in the military. You know what it means to serve a greater purpose. How to better yourself with focus and discipline. Why it’s important to give back to your country. Rediscover all that and more.
In the Navy Reserve, recapture the things you miss most about the military — without giving up your current lifestyle and career. Enter as the respected veteran you are and, once again, be your best self. As you begin a new chapter in uniform.
A life of service. A life of your own. See what it’s all about.
- Reclaim Your Alliance
- Recapture the Excitement
- Reap the Benefits
- Refine Your Skills
- Renew Your Commitment
Reclaim Your Alliance
Pride. Purpose. Friendship. Regain much of what you love about military life while continuing to enjoy all the comforts and advantages of life as a civilian.
Reconnect with men and women who share your history and mindset. Surround yourself with those driven by duty and devoted to teamwork. As a Navy Reservist, find an outlet for the loyalty that is ingrained within you and common to all who serve.
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Recapture the Excitement
It’s amazing what a difference having a mission in life can make. Who you are today has been shaped by the places you’ve ventured. The people you’ve encountered. And the experiences you’ve gained while serving your country.
If you miss who you were in uniform — the adventures, the relationships and the sense of purpose — fill that void by joining the world of the Navy Reserve.
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Reap the Benefits
The comprehensive benefits available to you as a Navy Reservist can help secure a better future for you and your family. And a part-time obligation helps you maintain whatever full-time career you want while taking full advantage of all that civilian life has to offer.
In the Navy Reserve, look forward to a potential affiliation bonus of up to $20,000* plus everything from generous pay to additional points toward retirement. Build upon your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, and receive many of the same financial, health, educational and travel benefits you received while on Active Duty. Take this opportunity to make the most of the time you’ve already put in.
Learn more about how to join, or contact a Navy Reserve Recruiter for more information.
*Amount of total affiliation bonus depends upon reenlistment rating, length of reenlistment contract, and prior service rank and rating. Contact a Navy Reserve Recruiter for details.
Refine Your Skills
Navy Reservists work side-by-side with Active Duty personnel, with access to the same training, equipment and advancement opportunities. Here, continue to build on your professional expertise while further enhancing your abilities to lead and be the ultimate team player.
Experience. Training. Dedication. These factors drive our mission, now more than ever, and every attempt will be made to match you with the rate/rank you held upon separation. If your background is in another service branch, be sure to reference the Rate/Rank Converter to familiarize yourself with equivalent Navy Reserve rate and ranks and get an idea of where you stand.
Today’s Navy Reserve has a number of opportunities waiting to be explored. From Construction to Intelligence. Health Care to Law Enforcement. Arts and Photography to Office Administration. And veterans with diverse skills who are interested in different areas may even qualify to cross-train into a new field.
Learn more about how to join, or contact a Navy Reserve Recruiter for more information.
Renew Your Commitment
Traditionally, serving in the Navy Reserve requires a minimum of one weekend a month and two weeks a year.
Training Locations — Training typically amounts to 16 hours each month at any of hundreds of locations across the U.S. Check the locator map to find a site nearest to where you live.
Annual Training Exercises — Relive the adventure. For at least two weeks each year, take part in advanced training that can transport you across the U.S. or around the globe.
Flexible Drilling — In some cases, you may be able to take advantage of flexible drilling options. This could involve fulfilling the annual commitment in a single, extended mission or serving on weekdays if your civilian career makes weekend service difficult.
Service Commitment — Obligations in the Navy Reserve typically range from two to six years with the chance to extend your Navy Reserve contract up to an additional four years.
Basic Training — If you’re a veteran, you’ve been there and done that. So there’s no need to repeat the experience again.
Without question, the military background you bring to the Navy Reserve is in great demand. And the advanced skills you can take away by serving part-time will be highly valued in the civilian world.
Learn more about how to join, or contact a Navy Reserve Recruiter for more information.