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When I first applied for the Army I knew I could better my qualifications and travel around the world, but never knew I could gain so much more, for example I would have never of said in 10 years time I want to be a skiing instructor, but the Army has given me that experience and helped me work towards it.
Career path
Ground crew specialist
British Army
Started 01/2016 to PresentCompany
What do you like about your job and the company?
Working for the Army has gave me more confidence, qualifications and experiences I most defiantly wouldn't of gained from working in a warehouse. With my job I have travelled all over the UK, and other countries such as, Belgium, Falklands, America, Africa, Norway, Oman, France. I have also done mountain walking, skiing, caving, rock climbing, mountain biking and Kayaking with the Army for Adventure training.
Greatest achievements
Promotion in the Army. When you start to promote in the Army its not just about earning more money or having rank over other people its what you do as a leader, I most enjoy helping others to develop themselves to become a better leader for when they promote. If you help someone who then promotes its a great feeling.
Holly J
Financial Systems Administrator
Top Insider Advice
No matter what anyone tells you, your career is yours to make of what you wish. There are endless opportunities, be it sport, travelling, adventure training, being attached to certain units, doing a different role within the role you already do, the opportunities are endless.
Tori C
Regimental Medical Officer
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All doctors at some point will have a difficult time, and many will have considered leaving medicine or the NHS. That might be why you are reading this! I am very glad that I decided to find a different way to continue my career, and would recommend that anyone having doubts has a look to see what else is available. If you love adventure and a bit of a challenge, the Army is an excellent opportunity. You will need to take 3 years out between FY2 and starting specialty training, but most Army doctors will tell you this is the most enjoyable 3 years of your career! After those 3 years, you will likely have a great looking CV and a much clearer idea of what you want to specialise in. The majority of doctors will stay employed by the Army during the training years, although some may choose to return to the NHS to train, this is usually if they decide to do a specialty that the Army doesn't provide (eg Paediatrics). It has been an excellent career change for me, and I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Rob H
Musician
Top Insider Advice
As a musician, you can always develop. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, you can always grow as a player and a performer.