Curious about Military Special Forces Jobs

I'm thinking about going into one of the military special forces branches after high school. Can anyone offer some insights into what kinds of jobs are available and what the training is like?

Sure, happy to shed some light on this! Special Forces units play a unique role in the military realm, acting as a force multiplier with an emphasis on unconventional warfare.

In the U.S., the term "Special Forces" typically refers to the U.S. Army Special Forces, also known as Green Berets. Green Berets often work in 12-person teams, where each member has a specific job. These roles include weapons sergeant, engineer sergeant, medical sergeant, and communications sergeant. The specific training you'll receive and duties you'll have will depend on your designated role within the team.

However, other branches of the military also have special operations units. The Navy has the SEALs and SWCC, the Air Force has Pararescuemen (PJs), Combat Controllers (CCTs), and Special Reconnaissance (SR), and the Marine Corps has the Marine Raiders.

For all of these roles, the training is extremely rigorous. Everyone must go through a selection process, which can last several weeks and involves physical, mental, and sometimes even academic tests. Those who are selected then go on to many more months of training in their specific job, plus general special operations skills like language training, survival training, and more. It's definitely a major commitment and not something to be undertaken lightly.

The servicer members who make it through are some of the most highly trained in the military, capable of performing missions that regular units can't. But it's also not a job for everyone, and that's okay. There are plenty of other ways to serve in the military or support national security. I'd highly suggest doing more research and talking with a recruiter or others in the field before making any decisions. Good luck!