Is it a good idea to join the navy?
951851
This is something you really have to decide on your own.  Look into it, talk to people that are in the military and ask for the pros and cons.  If you decide to go in make sure you research it, there are job you can inlist for and get up to 40k bonus.  My husband has been in the navy for 17 years.  Good Luck.
903595
You should be able to find a Navy recruiter in the Philipines.
819441
I think it would be awesome, so long as you're comfortable with water. :)  I've heard that Navy divers have great fun in their jobs.
290843
idraw4u hit it in a nutshell.\nBest advice I can give is to find someone who is recently out after more than 6 years or is currently in with more than 6 years. Reason I say this is the first few years in any branch of the service is the worst. You're starting at the bottom of the ladder. Anyone with less than 6 years probably does not have a good feeling for the Navy. Over 6 years they have re-enlisted by seeing something positive in the Navy life.\nRecruiters-will not lie to you, however they will not tell you the whole truth. Misinformation by a recruiter can get them thrown in the brig, period. They are very good at what they do, like used car salesmen. They can show you everything available on the lot but there is a few they have to get sold and will try to "guide" you into buying it. Research on your own on what you would like to do as a job, keeping in mind on if it is a marketable skill when you enter life after the military. What schools can you get guaranteed after bootcamp? Accelerated advancement (higher rank, better pay)? Once you have found one or two skills you want, talk to a recruiter. Stick to your guns on what job you want, cause they will try to get you to take one of the higher priority job they have to fill. Every month, they get the new list of openings, so if they don't have what you want, check back next month or have them contact you when one comes up. This is your life decision, make sure YOU make it. Good luck and hope to call you shipmate soon.
516145
After BE (Mechanical) u can join merchant navy in higher cadre. any other BE will be staring in the lowest cadre.\n\nSo it is not advisable for B.E software to join merchant navy
952979
The navy is a great branch of service.  The opportunities are plentiful, the duty is important, the travel is priceless in terms of seeing the world at no cost to you.  The learning is unprecedented in terms of knowing about life.  Those salty, older seamen take youngsters, like yourself, under their wing and teach you many of the important facets of living in the world, today.\n\n  I'm not talking about the academics taught in colleges and universities, I'm talking about the social and practical challenges that a sailor might experience in a foreign land, or aboard ship, or interfacing with fellow seaman, or simply the things mom and dad forgot to mention.  \n\nThe service is a growing process for many young men and women because you are still in the development years of your life.  Take advantage of it and enjoy it. Years later, you will look back at life as a seaman with great fondness.  This is not bias on my part, because I served six years as a Marine.
923829
First of all you need to figure out what you are looking to achieve or change...  There are numerous advantages to joining the military, especially the NAVY. Provided you qualify.  Unlike the pervious badly informed responses, the Navy is run like any other organization, with one exception.  You are signing a contract that states that you will support and defend the Constitution of the United States of America.  For that commitment you get a career-based salary starting out at about $15,000 a year with 100% medical/ dental.  This starting figure is increased with in the first year to $20,000 with guaranteed increases for the next 20 years on top of promotions.  You will receive college-accredited training/schooling in a job field that you pick.  Your job is guaranteed in contract stating that the only person that can change your job is you providing you maintain your eligibility.  From there you get the opportunity to see the world while building valuable work and leadership experience.  The Navy offers 100% college tuition assistance so that you can work on completing your degree while on active duty.  If you decide to get out at the completion of your first tour (2-6 years depending on your job selection), or stay for 10-20years, your have the G.I. Bill to cover any education you need.  You get a lot…. You give a lot.  There is long working hours and then there are weeks with very shorten working hours.  There is time away from the family if your married.  Just like any other job…  There is commitment!  You just have to be able to qualify for them.  The same applies to the Navy.
33773
Basic training is supposed to be a little scarry, but it will seem so easy once you are done.  Most if it is just teaching you how to pay attention to details, something the Navy NEEDS you to know.  Pay attention, talk as little as possible, but speak up and confident when you do.  Do EVERYTHING the Navy way, no time for individual thought, that comes at your technical training.  \n\nI have 18 years in the Air Force, and have worked with all the services all over the world.  The reward of doing and being part of something bigger than yourself is a feeling you can carry with you forever.\n\nGood Luck and Welcome to the Fight!!
1176416
What branch?  The army, I'm assuming.  If you do join, you will go to war with the army.  My fiance is in the navy.  That is the only branch, other than the air force, that is over there on volunatry basis only.  He loves the navy, and ships out in October again.  If you do join, join active duty, not the reserves.  You do not qualify for the benefits and pay if you join the reserves.  With active duty, you get great medical and dental, as well as better pay, and you qualify for combat pay, hardship pay, etc.  Since you are a female, I reccommend the navy.  My sister was in the navy, my dad the army, and my grandfather the marines, my uncle the air force.  I am from a military family, and I think the military is a great thing.  I would reccommend getting a degree first, though, because if you do, you will go in as an officer, with more rights and better pay.  Some cons are being away from your family.  There aren't really that many cons in my opinion.  When joining, you are serving your country.  With the military, you are financially secure and, if you choose to stay in, there are great retirement benefits.  This is a life-changing decision, and a very difficult one to make.  I wish you all the best, and if you have any questions, feel free to contact me.  Good Luck!!
804414
I would say that the best program for college is the Navy's Seaman-to-Admiral program.  You would have to come into the Navy as an enlisted person.  Then apply for the program.  Once accepted you go to, what is affectionately called "Fork and Knife" school to learn to be an officer.  After that, you head to your college where you complete your Bachelor's degree.  The Navy pays for ALL of your Tuition and Books.  The Navy pays you your Basic Pay, Housing Pay and Comrats (food pay).  You finish your degree and bingo bango bongo, you're an officer.
327892
Don't know anything about the Navy... But I've done 15 years in the Army now... And when I have a soldier that is getting out I make him write down all the reasons he's getting out... then I tell them to put it in their wallet and before they go back into a recruiters office... pull it out and read it... If they still come back... good for them... if not then good for them...  \n\nAny way... \n\nI say if it's so hard a decision for you... then don't make it... stay where you are... You've done your bit for God and Country... nothin wrong with being a civilian... just make sure you get something out of it... USE YOUR GI BILL!! get some edu-macation!!! Get that job that you swore you could get that paid you a lot more than you made 'swabbin the decks' in the Navy!!! \n\nBottom Line: \n\nGOOD LUCK, GOD BLESS, AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE \n\nNEXT!!!!
368360
It is a very long four years and then you have a five year commitment.  It will be a very good education for you.  Unterstand what you want.  Most people are not used to working in the same employer for five years.  With your service commitment, you will be working/serving the Navy for five years.  College is tough, but imagine all the added physical training on top.  It will take someone with a lot of commitment to get through it.  If this is you, go for it.
644508
you should seriously reconsider your decision, look around at whats happenning in this world, you are very young give yourself a chance, you seem to be very smart so think long and hard about any decision you make to join the armed forces, our soldiers are the bravest and best in the world but i womder how many would tell you to pick another career, whatever your decision may be God Bless You and all of our brave men and women who protect and fight for our country, also don't forget to include your parents in this decision.
661200
well...I hear the Army is hard up for volunteers,all the good people are joining the Navy.  Sure, go ahead and approve that, the Navy needs new content to crack jokes on the Army about...Smiles
1003265
I would highly recommend joining the U.S. Navy as an Information Systems Technician (IT) as you will get awesome training and the potential to earn:\n\nBasic Pay $1,748.10 a month (over 2 yrs service)\n\nSubsistence Pay $272.26 a month\n\nArea Incentive Pay (AIP) of up to $3,000 a month (depends on area)\nRe-Enlistment Bonus (SRB) of up to $40,000\nCost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) of aprox. $1,100.00\n\nEtc... Etc...\n\nIt is highly likely that you could be earning over $48,000 a year in just a little over 2 years of service with the prospects of high paying civilian jobs as soon as your enlistment is up. I truly think this opportunity is hard to find in the civilian sector right now with only a High School Diploma!\n\nAlso, potential for $52,000 of money for college as follows:\n\n"The Montgomery G.I. Bill (MGIB): Take a small $100 reduction in your Navy pay for just 12 months and you will get back an education benefit of over $37,000. You may use this money toward college once you’ve completed active duty or even use part of it while you're still serving. Combine it with a Navy College Fund "Kicker" and get over $70,000 toward your education! You will be entitled to receive up to 36 months of educational benefits as a full-time student under this program. See your Navy Recruiter for details.\n\nThe Navy College Fund: Available to those who sign up for the MGIB. If you’re a high school graduate, score a 50 or better on the ASVAB, and qualify for certain Navy jobs or apprenticeships, you can get more than $15,000 in addition to the MGIB money for your education."\n\n"Among the most important benefits are those for your health. As a Sailor, you receive: \nFull medical coverage and care in Navy or civilian facilities \nFull dental coverage and care from Navy professionals \nYour other benefits upon joining the Navy include: \nDiscounted travel \n30 days paid vacation each year \nGenerous educational benefits \n$250,000 life insurance policy for $16 a month or a $400,000 life insurance policy for $26 a month"\n\nIf the above interest you go here: http://www.navy.com/findarecruiter/
729797
I not see anything wrong with the Military. If, you have a degree you may be able to enter as an officer also, which would mean better pay. You could advance your studies while in taking maybe one college course a semester. Stay for 20 years you can retire and have time to start another career. I tell my friends, do not go in as a Tank Driver, there other jobs to consider.
1100291
Id say its your choice my friend, Working in the USPS you see a lot of vets. They would be a good source to talk to. \n I would tell you if you were my son to Join the Navy, learn as much as you can, travel the world. The money thing seems like a lot, but look at it this way You will get training equivalent to collage courses, Room and board, Free travel around the world with accommodations, a tight nit family, retirement,  stories, and more. The navy has the fastest advancement of any branch. Stay physically and mentally strong. and Good luck on your choice, either way it will be a good one.