Citizen Soldier - (Monroe, MI)

The Army National Guard is made up of Citizen-Soldiers who train part-time, close to home, until needed. Since 1636, each state has had its own militia. These became the foundation of today's Guard units (this was mandated by the Constitution in 1787). The Guard mobilizes to protect U.S. domestic interests in times of conflict or natural disaster and may be deployed internationally alongside full time troops when the situation demands. Today's National Guard consists of approx 384,422 troops from all U.S. states and territories. To join the National Guard without prior service, you must meet these mandatory qualifications: Be between the ages of seventeen and 35 Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident Be a at least a junior in high-school, or have a high-school diploma or a GED certificate Meet medical, physical and moral qualifications Schedule with employer to take the vocational test (ASVAB) to see what jobs you qualify for!