Infantryman (11X) (US Army)

General Qualifications

• Must have an interest in joining the Army.
• A U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien.
• Between 17 and 34 years old.
• In good physical and mental health.
• Of good moral standing with no felony-level offenses.
• Meet height/weight standards.
• No major medical procedures that would prohibit service.
• No tattoos on the hands, neck, or face.

Skills You’ll Learn

• Weapons Operations
• Vehicle Operations
• Physical & Mental Strength

Requirements

• 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, including Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training
• 32 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available

Compensation

• Up to $40,000 enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits.
• 30 days vacation with pay per year.
• Additional living expenses for those who have dependents.
• Clothing and food allowance.
• The Post-9/11 GI Bill: up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty: combines your own paycheck contributions and government funding for education benefits for a maximum of 36 months.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve: helps members of the Army Reserve with education benefits for a maximum of 36 months, in return for a six-year service commitment.

Benefits

• Travel Education
• The Post-9/11 GI Bill: up to full college tuition, as well as money for housing and books.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty: benefit payments will be made directly to you.
• The Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve: benefits must be used while serving and end when you stop serving.

Pay

• Up to $40,000 enlistment bonuses.
• Up to $115,000 for additional education benefits.

Schedule

• 30 days vacation with pay per year.