U.S. Army to Host National Hiring Campaign

MILWAUKEE – U.S. Army recruiters in Wisconsin are scheduled to host a virtual career fair May 10 – June 14 as part of the Army's second nationwide virtual hiring campaign.

Recruiting stations across the country will host virtual career fairs throughout the five-week campaign to provide information about the many career paths and benefits available and answer questions potential applicants may have about life in the Army.

"The last year has been challenging for our nation and the world," said Maj. Gen. Kevin Vereen, commanding general for U.S. Army Recruiting Command, based at Fort Knox, Ky. "We're offering opportunities for them to join us in a meaningful career that will prepare them for success in the future."

The Army National Hiring Days campaign, which launched as a virtual event in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, includes up to $40,000 in signing bonuses or student loan reimbursement up to $65,000 depending on qualifications, selected occupation, and length of the service contract.

The more than 150 career options range from traditional combat roles in infantry and armor to support positions in healthcare, intelligence and human resources. The recruiters will also discuss the benefits Soldiers receive, to include health insurance, retirement plans, training certifications, tuition assistance for college courses, and family support programs.

"We want young people to know the Army offers stability, especially during an unsteady time," he said.

To become an enlisted Soldier in the U.S. Army, individuals must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; be 17-34 years old; achieve a minimum score on the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test; meet medical, moral and physical requirements; and be a high school graduate or equivalent.

During the five-week Army National Hiring Days even, the Army is offering a special $2,000 incentive for individuals who enlist in one of 11 priority occupations and ship to training by the end of September. These positions range from special forces and psychological operations to explosives ordnance disposal and air and missile defense.

The Army also is seeking healthcare professionals to fill vital roles as doctors, nurses, nutritionists and more. These positions have a variety of associated incentives, to include signing bonuses, student loan repayment, and scholarships for medical, dental or veterinary school.

During Army National Hiring Days, interested individuals can visit www.goarmy.com/hiringdays to see if they meet the qualifications, learn about part-time and full-time careers and associated hiring incentives, and connect with a local recruiter.