11B Infantryman - Management Training
About the Role
The Infantry is the backbone of the Army. These Soldiers fill the literal boots on the ground who are responsible for taking or holding ground during any combat operation. You’ll attack, repel, and capture enemy ground forces using advanced weapons and tactics.
Responsibilities
- Assist in reconnaissance operations
- Employ, fire, and recover anti-personnel and anti-tank mines
- Operate weapon systems under various conditions, including engaging targets using night vision sights
- Operate and maintain communications equipment
- Perform as a member of a fire team during training and combat missions
- Process prisoners of war and captured documents
- Aid in the mobilization of vehicles, troops, and weaponry
- Use, maintain, and store combat weapons (e.g., rifles, machine guns, anti-tank mines, etc.)
Skills
- Willingness to accept challenges
- Ability to perform well under stress
- Physically and mentally in shape
- Ability to work as a team member
Your training and experience as an Infantryman in the Army National Guard will instill discipline and management skills. You’ll learn not only teamwork, but how to lead your team in a combat situation or while responding to a natural disaster.
Training
Job training for an Infantryman requires 14 weeks of Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Part of this time is spent in a classroom and part in the field under simulated combat conditions. Instead of paying to learn these skills, you will earn a regular paycheck and qualify for tuition assistance.
Benefits
- Paid training
- A monthly paycheck
- Montgomery GI Bill
- Federal and State tuition assistance
- Retirement benefits for part-time service
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
- 401(k)-type savings plan
- Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
- Health care benefits
- VA home loans
- Bonuses, if applicable
Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.
Requirements
- Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
- Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
- Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
- Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
- Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
Programs and benefits are subject to change. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.