How to Work for the National Guard
The United States National Guard is a reserve arm of the U.S. military, representing the 1903 unification of the various state militias. People looking to work for the National Guard are invited to take advantage of the many opportunities available to both enlisted servicepeople and civilian workers.
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Instructions
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Enlist to work for the National Guard in a service capacity. In order to qualify, you'll need to be a citizen of the United States with at least a high school diploma (or equivalent) and between the ages of 17 and 35. For some positions, you may also have to pass the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery Test (AFVAB).
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Contact a recruiting officer to make your enlistment official. To find the United States National Guard recruiting office nearest you, call 1-800-GO-GUARD.
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Remember that service in the U.S. National Guard allows you to qualify for military sponsorship of your college education. You can use this to train for a post-military career once your work with the National Guard comes to an end, or you can go to college to train for an officer position with the National Guard.
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Keep in mind that job opportunities with the National Guard extend beyond active duty. Just as with any large-scale operation, professionals with a variety of trade skills are needed to keep the National Guard running. Positions ranging from advertising to marketing, accounting to facilities maintenance are available.
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Act locally, since the National Guard is administrated on a state level. To learn more about jobs currently available with the National Guard in your state, or to find out how to apply or contact human resources personnel, contact the National Guard branch in your state capital. From there, you'll receive specific directions on how to learn more information about local job opportunities.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep in mind that there is an Air National Guard in addition to an Army National Guard, if you're aeronautically inclined.
Learn more about the U.S. National Guard at its official website (see Resources below).
The President of the United States has the ability to call the National Guard into active duty at any time. It's a mistake to think you can use the National Guard to enjoy the benefits of military enlistment without ever having to serve.
