What job opportunities are best for an Infantryman/11B/grunt after being discharged?

When I EAS'd in 88 I had a couple of issues, I landed on my feet with Discount Tire Company, they were fully vested in me becoming a better person. I worked there 15 years and in the interim taught myself some technolgy. I now work for a supplemental foods program in the IT department. I'm looking at moving up the management ladder now that I have more IT experience. As an Infantry soldier I learned how to adapt and overcome, these are the two best life lessons I've ever learned. I believe America is holding on to the current situation cause young Americans stood up to the call, I feel that the Infantry soldiers processing out of active service will be the same ones to drive our country to the glory that once was.

Expedition guide or wilderness emt. Look up NOLS national outdoor leadership school.

I have found that operations management has suited me. I transitioned last May and have been pretty good doing this job. The only thing that you need to realize quickly is that civilian employees will not do what you tell them just because you tell them to do it. It took awhile to get used to it.

While obvious choices are police and fire, I believe a former infantry Soldier (or Marine) would be an asset to any job that requires teamwork, self-confidence, leadership, decision-making, risk-taking and thinking on your feet. A successful infantry soldier, regardless of grade, needs all of these qualities. Especially, if the veteran take advantage of educational benefits, it should open up a world of opportunities.

You have grit, leadership and management skills, discipline. You will have a leg up in many endeavors. I would recommend education, the GI Bill, as you chart your course. I believe education is the key. Many police departments value military service. Sgt Mathew Meyer said it very well.

College.

Perfect fit for Security Officer at any Nuclear Facility. Also perfect for Police, Sheriff, Highway Patrol, and Corrections Officer. There is a lot of room for 11 Bang Bangs to promote and etc such as SWAT/CRT Teams, NMT, and so forth. Also Fire Fighters, EMT, etc. 11Bravos are first responder type material and will excell in these fields. Also perfect for the State Department, Border Patrol, DEA, Air Marshalls, depending on your training, education, and experience. One should consider their wants and needs. For example, after 20 years of 11B, I wanted to stay in one community and build roots. For me, I only applied to local and State jobs. If you still want to travel, a federal job may be right for you. FYI, The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is hiring 7,000 Correctional Officers NOW! Please do yourself a favor and start the application process now, as it takes about a year and a half to land the job. Great pay and benefits. Professional Department. As much overtime as you want. 33 prisons across California, many more fire camps and administrative offices. If you know a Soldier getting out, tell him to start the application process now. Good Luck, and feel free to contact me about any information or help about CDCR. Hoo-Ah!

Knowing what I do about the infantry I would say do what makes you happy. You have received a bunch of skills that you may not be even be aware of. Leadership, perseverance, attention to detail, loyalty, and discipline are just a few. Those are all things that an employer is looking for. I was a contractor for several years when I finally had to grow up and get a real job. The economy was bad. I took a sales job with employer was hiring vets because there were not getting the skills I stated above from college grads. There are more and more of those type of employers out there now.

A couple things I can suggest. Get a resume together now. Use key words like lead, supervised, in charge of. Have somebody help you out with it that knows how to do resumes. Be truthful, but don't hold back on accomplishments. You have to stand out from Joe College. Don't sell yourself short. Apply for higher paying jobs that you may not be as qualified for. There may be a vet in HR that will give you a look because of your service. If you are willing to move there are plenty more opportunities than going back to your home town. Look at USA Jobs. It is a Fed job site that has lots of good jobs.

there's all sorts of jobs out there just depending on what you want to do what comes down to it. I'm and 11B and 19D and I work in the aerospace industry. Before that i was a correctional officer. Do not sell yourself short.

Law Enforcement, mall security, and.....ummmmm.....