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I talk to many older people who know I'm in the Army who then say "I wish I joined" or "I was going to join but never". This is conversation as they are sat in the pub on a Sunday afternoon which is about as far from home as they ever go and as exciting as their life ever gets. While you can and are able to give it a go and if it works out fantastic, if not you know you gave it a try and move onto something else. No one will ever say anything negative to you for giving it your best and having the drive to better yourself and join the Army. I've seen parents of soldiers crying bursting with pride watching their son or daughter at the pass off parade all soldiers take part in at the end of their initial training. Some of these parents were against them joining only a few months prior.
Career path
Army Careers Advisor
British Army
Started 09/2016 to PresentCompany
What do you like about your job and the company?
I've spent a lot of time overseas and a large percentage of that time has been helping the local population. The fact my job role is a tank crewman then you may not think that would be the case. There are many countries around the world that for a number of reasons are not as fortunate as the UK and the local population suffer as a result. The job satisfaction you get from knowing the work you do is helping less fortunate people is hard to find in many other jobs roles. I would say the emergency services and NHS would have a similar experience but not many every day jobs. So take that interest forward and the opportunities available rather than settling for a job of dissatisfaction and same day repetitiveness that many people endure. This certainly does not apply to my job and experience of being in the Army over a long career.
Greatest achievements
Working hard to forge a fantastic career doing what I love over a long period of time, when post education after college my options were limited. Also looking back at all the sporting achievements I've made in the Army, such a wide range of sports including boxing, football, cross country, rugby and triathlon.
Eamon K
Vehicle Mechanic
Top Insider Advice
The army will offer you loads, however its up to you to make it count towards your career, don't be afraid to push yourself and try new things as that's what the opportunities are there for. Make your career the best it possibly can be for yourself and you will have a fantastic career.
Paul O
Corps Engagement Team Warrant Officer
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So the Army is one big team, especially in Basic training you are all in same position but you work together as a team. You will remember those days for the rest of your life and form friendships for life.
Samuel L
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In my experience the Army isn't looking for one type of stereotyped Officer or Soldier. In fact it is the diversity of our organisation that makes us so effective.
