I go to fort Benning for basic in about 8 weeks Jan 09. I absolutely need money in my pocket. Do I get a job now?

PVT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:30:13 -0500

If I do get a job am I protected from getting fired while at basic? Asking this because I want this job when I get back but I don't want the bad rep for leaving so early.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2018 9:37 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:37:39 -0500

Here is all the information on the topic.
https://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/usao-ednc/legacy/2011/04/29/EmploymentRights.pdf

EmploymentRights.pdf

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Response by PVT Mark Zehner made Nov 12 at 2018 9:38 PM

PVT Mark Zehner — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:38:00 -0500

Ask your recruiter they'll tell you what to do! Best of all to you!

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2018 9:43 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:43:36 -0500

Take the job. Most states have protections. Use Google to find out proper way to take military leVe of absence from your employer.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2018 9:47 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:47:46 -0500

Your previous post said that you were in DEPS. If you have signed a DEPS enlistment contract, you will be going active duty. You will be away for more than Basic Training. You do realize that right? If you need the money, take a job until you leave for training.

Response by MAJ Rene De La Rosa made Nov 12 at 2018 10:02 PM

MAJ Rene De La Rosa — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:02:52 -0500

Absolutely take the job. You cannot just sit idle for this time and do nothing. This would benefit you monetarily as well as boosting your self-esteem.

Response by PVT Kenneth Rodriguez made Nov 12 at 2018 11:42 PM

PVT Kenneth Rodriguez — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 23:42:47 -0500

Idk man but i was working at best buy before i went to the army and by the time i got out i didnt even wanna go back just see where the army takes you. You may like it so much you might make a career out of it and retire in 10 years. Plus not only that the VA, the Army recruiters have special programs, not to mention theres special programs for veterans to help you get jobs. Plus theres VA job fairs.

Response by SSG Laurie Mullen made Nov 13 at 2018 1:41 AM

SSG Laurie Mullen — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:41:36 -0500

You might want to looking at trying a seasonal job while you wait to leave. UPS and many other companies are looking for seasonal workers. It's temporary work that will take care of your financial needs and then when you return from IET you could look for a regular job.

Response by MSG Frank Kapaun made Nov 13 at 2018 10:29 AM

MSG Frank Kapaun — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 10:29:20 -0500

Take the job!

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 13 at 2018 5:56 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:56:17 -0500

if you take the job you are protected by ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve) Unless things have changed it guarantees your previous position or something similar when you return. However, you should mention this during your interview even if it means having a negative impact. Hopefully, your potential employer doesn't get paranoid with the recent border duty call up among the ARNG.

Additionally, your basic and AIT will probably be split up at different times... which means you'll have to leave for training twice with a gap in between. Also, Basic (BCT) is now 10 weeks (2.5 months) and AIT for 94E is 16 weeks (4 months). Keep this in mind when planning ahead. If you know what unit you're going to, you should contact them and ask what to expect.

Usually temp employment agencies are flexible with short term jobs. See if there is anything similar in Mississippi and make sure you still apply to regular jobs too. Holiday jobs are needed everywhere too, like the Post Office or Amazon, they always need extra people during the holidays.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 13 at 2018 6:50 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 18:50:43 -0500

Are u active duty

Response by SFC Joseph Weber made Nov 14 at 2018 5:54 AM

SFC Joseph Weber — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:54:46 -0500

Tell the employer. You might be surprised about how much they may support you.

Response by SFC William Turner made Nov 25 at 2018 8:46 PM

SFC William Turner — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 20:46:19 -0500

Never voluntarily be unemployed. In Miss. in the '60s companies could not let you go because of military obligations. I doubt that it has changed much. Just get the job and let the chips fall where they may. After your Basic, AIT, etc you will be more attractive to employers and may get a better job. Good luck on your journey.