Hey there, I've been thinking a lot about the military as a career option, but the idea of deployment is a bit scary to me. I was wondering, does every role in the military come with a potential deployment assignment? Or are there some positions that typically stay stateside? Thanks for any help!
Deployment is indeed a reality for many military personnel, but it's important to note that not all roles come with an equal possibility of deployment. While every member of the military has the potential to be deployed, certain roles and branches tend to see more frequent deployments than others. Typically, combat or tactical units such as infantry, artillery, and special forces, have a higher likelihood of deployment.
On the other hand, certain support positions, such as medical, intelligence, logistics, and administration, may have fewer and less frequent deployments, but there's still a chance.
In addition, where you're deployed can vary. Deployment doesn't always mean being sent to a combat zone. Many deployments are to non-combat areas where troops are tasked with supporting operations or partnering with allied militaries.
There's also the Reserve and National Guard to consider. While they can be deployed, they often serve part-time and have civilian jobs alongside their military service.
Overall, if you're considering a military career but are concerned about deployment, it would be prudent to have that conversation with a recruiter. They can give you more precise information based on the specific branch and role you're considering.
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