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<blockquote data-quote="LongshotSVT" data-source="post: 8706638" data-attributes="member: 65361"><p>I've been an Infantry Marine for going on 6 years now and it's been the best decision I've ever made. Before I came in I couldn't hold a steady job, I was a college drop out, and was more concerned with getting balls deep in something than even thinking about a future. This was all at the age of 22. I bounced around with various jobs for a long time before it became clear to me that I was in need of some structure and discipline in my life before I got left behind by all my peers. The Marines seemed like the best choice for that.</p><p></p><p>My original contract was for the Air Wing, I scored extremely high on the asvab as I am a very smart guy, just didn't have a lot of sense. After watching some moto vids and talking to some people though, I called my recruiter before I shipped and decided to go for broke "I want infantry". I got my contract switched, thankfully. </p><p></p><p>Going off what you've said, let me clarify a few things for you. There is nothing glorious about combat. You have this built of vision of glory and standing up for a greater good in your head, but when you're there only one thing matters, that Marine to your left and right. There's no stronger fraternity, but in the infantry, you're going to lose your brothers. I've personally lost 4 very very close friends in my tenure and that's getting off fairly easy. Depending on the conflict and where you are, it's going to happen. I never want to endure what I've endured again and wouldn't wish it upon anyone, however I understand it's a necessity in the world we live in and it's our job.</p><p></p><p>If you want to join the Marines, I suggest you join the combat forces in some way, be it in armor, artillery, or the infantry. Anything else and you'll always wonder about what the other guys are doing. You won't leave the wire, and you'll be left wondering if you could have done more. Marines in the infantry and combat forces will view you as less of a Marine. We feel there's a very big difference between us and others, it's just the way it is. If you're going to do it, go all out.</p><p></p><p>Finally, if you want to learn a new career or job skill, don't choose this service. You'll gain one very strong statement to make on your resume, that you were a US Marine, but that's probably where it will run out if you want any sort of career credibility. Some Comm, and wing MOSs have some outside opportunity, but they are the few that do aside from just having the discipline that comes with being a part of the Marines. But you know my thoughts on those other MOSs when joining this branch. I don't think of this service as a career move, I think of it as just answering a calling of sorts. </p><p></p><p>If you want to work in the wing or learn a new trade and potentially start a new career, the Navy and Air Force probably have more to offer. Good luck in your decision.</p><p></p><p>Oh, and remember you always have the recruiter by the balls, don't let him tell you otherwise. If you're a high school graduate without a history of medical issues he will take you and give you any job you're qualified for, just sometimes you have to wait longer for it for them to have a spot to fill. Don't let him tell you otherwise, it happens all too often. Feel free to PM me with any specific questions, I'd be happy to help a fellow SVTP'er out.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="LongshotSVT, post: 8706638, member: 65361"] I've been an Infantry Marine for going on 6 years now and it's been the best decision I've ever made. Before I came in I couldn't hold a steady job, I was a college drop out, and was more concerned with getting balls deep in something than even thinking about a future. This was all at the age of 22. I bounced around with various jobs for a long time before it became clear to me that I was in need of some structure and discipline in my life before I got left behind by all my peers. The Marines seemed like the best choice for that. My original contract was for the Air Wing, I scored extremely high on the asvab as I am a very smart guy, just didn't have a lot of sense. After watching some moto vids and talking to some people though, I called my recruiter before I shipped and decided to go for broke "I want infantry". I got my contract switched, thankfully. Going off what you've said, let me clarify a few things for you. There is nothing glorious about combat. You have this built of vision of glory and standing up for a greater good in your head, but when you're there only one thing matters, that Marine to your left and right. There's no stronger fraternity, but in the infantry, you're going to lose your brothers. I've personally lost 4 very very close friends in my tenure and that's getting off fairly easy. Depending on the conflict and where you are, it's going to happen. I never want to endure what I've endured again and wouldn't wish it upon anyone, however I understand it's a necessity in the world we live in and it's our job. If you want to join the Marines, I suggest you join the combat forces in some way, be it in armor, artillery, or the infantry. Anything else and you'll always wonder about what the other guys are doing. You won't leave the wire, and you'll be left wondering if you could have done more. Marines in the infantry and combat forces will view you as less of a Marine. We feel there's a very big difference between us and others, it's just the way it is. If you're going to do it, go all out. Finally, if you want to learn a new career or job skill, don't choose this service. You'll gain one very strong statement to make on your resume, that you were a US Marine, but that's probably where it will run out if you want any sort of career credibility. Some Comm, and wing MOSs have some outside opportunity, but they are the few that do aside from just having the discipline that comes with being a part of the Marines. But you know my thoughts on those other MOSs when joining this branch. I don't think of this service as a career move, I think of it as just answering a calling of sorts. If you want to work in the wing or learn a new trade and potentially start a new career, the Navy and Air Force probably have more to offer. Good luck in your decision. Oh, and remember you always have the recruiter by the balls, don't let him tell you otherwise. If you're a high school graduate without a history of medical issues he will take you and give you any job you're qualified for, just sometimes you have to wait longer for it for them to have a spot to fill. Don't let him tell you otherwise, it happens all too often. Feel free to PM me with any specific questions, I'd be happy to help a fellow SVTP'er out. [/QUOTE]
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