Posted on May 25, 2016
Is it worth it to join a different branch after finishing your time in service in the military?
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So I finished my contract with the Army back in 2015, since then I have been doing different jobs in the civilian world but after a few months I realized that I honestly did love the military and all it had to offer. So I was wondering is it wrong to go to a different branch say Army to USMC?
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UMmmm... You are still in the Army. Your Contract obligates you to a 8 year MSO. (Mandatory Service Obligation) If your profile is correct, you joined in 2011. Chances are, you are currently a non-drilling Army Reservist in the IRR.
With that said, Branch transfers are not uncommon. Should you go to another Branch, make sure you get your Branch specific MOS schooling in writing on your new Contract. Many times Services will try and award you the closest MOS to their Branch MOS. In some cases there isn't a problem but the different Services have a completely different base set of skills for the different MOS's.
I think what concerns me most is your Rank of PFC after serving for 4 years...
With that said, Branch transfers are not uncommon. Should you go to another Branch, make sure you get your Branch specific MOS schooling in writing on your new Contract. Many times Services will try and award you the closest MOS to their Branch MOS. In some cases there isn't a problem but the different Services have a completely different base set of skills for the different MOS's.
I think what concerns me most is your Rank of PFC after serving for 4 years...
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If you want to serve, I say go for it. Pick your favorite outfit and serve proudly!
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