What MOS do you feel helps to transition from military life to civilian life?

2020-03-09T15:12:57-04:00

At the end of this year i'll hit the 5 year mark in my military career. Although I do enjoy my MOS I truly doubt i'll continue doing this throughout my military career or even my civilian career once I do decide to get out. In your opinion which MOS do you feel benefits the most when switching from military life to civilian life?

Response by SPC Margaret Higgins made Mar 9 at 2020 3:21 PM

2020-03-09T15:21:27-04:00

My MOS was in Special Services. That way; once I ETS'D; I could become a Sports Director.

Response by SGT Eric Davis made Mar 9 at 2020 3:25 PM

2020-03-09T15:25:38-04:00

It’s depends on what you wanna to help benefit you the most for example if you wanna be a chef outside the military then be a 92G cook in the military then transition or 88m truck driver. It all depend on what you wanna be and your goals.

Response by SFC Casey O'Mally made Mar 9 at 2020 3:28 PM

2020-03-09T15:28:53-04:00

Every MOS (yes, even Infantry!) Has skills that will translate to the civilian sector and give you a leg up on eother getting a job or advancing in a job. But no MOS translates to EVERY job.

The question, really, is "what do you want to be when you grow up?"

ONLY after answering that question can you answer the question you posed.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 3:29 PM

2020-03-09T15:29:04-04:00

If you want a cush office job after the Army with a security clearance, I suggest Cyber or Intelligence.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 3:32 PM

2020-03-09T15:32:47-04:00

Everyone's transition from military to civilian life will be different. I don't think anyone MOS really "translates" to a civilian job. It's how much effort you put into finding a job - like the effort you put in a resume and finding contacts. Or utilizing some of your NCOs or former NCOs as contacts. Example - I'm still in contact with my first CSM and he's retired. I'm sure if I needed help with a reference or contact he'd help me out.

Response by SGT Robert Pryor made Mar 9 at 2020 3:37 PM

2020-03-09T15:37:54-04:00

Communications. We live in the information age.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 3:47 PM

2020-03-09T15:47:05-04:00

SSG Private RallyPoint Member Decide what you might want to do as a civilian career and then do research to see if that is indeed what you want to do. If so, then find out what skills and education are needed for that career field.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Mar 9 at 2020 4:11 PM

2020-03-09T16:11:03-04:00

What is your MOS? Sometimes the additional duties like HAZMAT, EO, Safety will open doors.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 4:36 PM

2020-03-09T16:36:16-04:00

Honestly bro, there are some MOSs that better translate to civilian careers, but it comes down to the individual. What are your interests and what potential career path or at least industry do you think you'll want to pursue when you get out?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 4:48 PM

2020-03-09T16:48:56-04:00

If you can get a 4 year degree 51C will directly get you a Contract Specialist job with any government agency

Response by SPC Robert Bobo made Mar 9 at 2020 5:00 PM

2020-03-09T17:00:24-04:00

My thought is to attend some career fairs in the field your considering and speak with the recruiters, almost every GOOD employer in my area is hiring as there is a major labor shortage for QUALIFIED applicants. Majority of employers will appreciate your military service and most are always seeking honorably discharged veterans with the appropriate skills sets, Also if you have a strong work ethic don't be afraid to accept an entry level position with organizations that offer organization specific professional development and advancement opportunities. As a former employer , my team sought out the Combat Arms MOS specifically for physical security operations however, I had a number of former Military Recruiters, Human Resources and Administration types employed performing similar company functions in HR, Administration and Recruiting.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 5:32 PM

2020-03-09T17:32:45-04:00

Infantry, it did for me, adapt, and move on with what ever brings my way.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 7:55 PM

2020-03-09T19:55:17-04:00

Did you say get out? Your profile says you are a Reservist, you're already a civilian for 90% of the year. There's nothing for you to get out of.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 9 at 2020 11:27 PM

2020-03-09T23:27:25-04:00

Like a lot of people are saying cyber mos and or Intel ones can be very beneficial. There are some 15 series that can be good as well. The SMA has also sent out a mass email on the credentialing assistance program that can allow you to use the same funding as the TA assistance (funding comes from the same pool as TA) and it allows you to get credentialing in certain areas and are not MOS locked and can choose from a variety of different programs you can check out the army COOL website and look through there as well as speaking to someone from an education center at your nearest installation.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 10 at 2020 12:59 AM

2020-03-10T00:59:46-04:00

Definitely not Scout/Sniper. Probably yeoman or admin clerk.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 10 at 2020 3:22 AM

2020-03-10T03:22:37-04:00

Flight warrant

Response by SPC John Decker made Mar 11 at 2020 4:15 PM

2020-03-11T16:15:31-04:00

It depends on the societal relationship with the military when you leave the military. I got out in '84 as a 91A (Basic Combat Medic). I knew how to give shots, start IV's and do sutures among other things. I could not get a job as a candy striper. I'm hearing stories recently about medics getting jobs as paramedics and EMS workers.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 11 at 2020 4:27 PM

2020-03-11T16:27:02-04:00

I did it, 25 series, for 12 years. Hated it. Now I am almost done with resource management, love it

Response by 1stLt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 12 at 2020 10:51 PM

2020-03-12T22:51:00-04:00

Comm, supply, intel and logistics. A competent network or data administrator has a good deal of experience that can benefit the IT world. Whenever one of my data/networking Marines get out, I don’t have to worry about them getting set up with a job. They usually have multiple offers 6-9 months before they EAS, if they want to stay in that line of work. Intel opens a lot of doors if you have a Top Secret clearance no matter the rank. Supply and logistics may require you to be a SNCO or higher to have the kind of experience civilian companies are looking for. ATC is another good one, their school house certifies them through the FAA.

Response by SPC Lyle Montgomery made Sep 12 at 2021 3:24 PM

2021-09-12T15:24:32-04:00

Certanly not 11 bravo. Unless you want to join the Mafia or something like it, shooting people and blowing them up is not much use in the civillion world. This from a viet Nam grunt vet.