thinking about joining the navy?

Question

I know a couple of people in da navy and from what i heard its not that bad....so im thinking about joining...I have a couple of people against it but whatever...so could you tell me what a female should expect while in the navy

Answer 1

Expect to be treated as a person. Expect to be held accountable for your performance in the job that you choose. Expect to see many different countries, to make good friends, to have good days as well as bad days. Both ships that I served on were mixed gender crews. Out of the 350 people, roughly 30-40 were female on each ship. So if you end up on a smallboy (frigate, cruiser, destroyer) expect to feel like your in high school. Rumors will circulate, you will get to know everyone, and generally have a good time while learning and gaining experience in the job you chose.

Answer 2

It depends on what job you have. DON'T GO UNDESIGNATED! Make sure you have a rate.

Go Hospital Corpsman (HM). That way you can be Navy, and have the option to attach to a Marine unit also, and do Marine stuff while attached to that unit.

Radio and Data would also be good, and would pave the way for a good Federal job once you get out, Top Secret security clearance.

FYI: I was in the Navy for 4 years. I switched to the Marine Corps, and I am glad I did. Join the Corps. We have an "esprit de corps" unlike any other branch of military. We are a family which takes care of its members. We are hardcore, but we love it. Semper Fi.

Almost forgot... if you can handle the stress, Air Traffic Controller is very good.

Answer 3

If you are interested in adding skills to your resume before joining the Navy, you might consider a federally funded program call Job Corp. I understand that their is a maritime program in Astoria, Washington that is outstanding. You need sponsorship and their may be other requirements such as age: You must be between the ages of 16 and 24.

The program offers very specific naval skills that are commercially valuable. The program provides GED and high school completion in addition to job training. You are paid a small allowance and are provided with room, board, and free medical. The training is very good and the students are housed in a dormitory setting with lots of recreational opportunities. There may be other maritime programs in other parts of the country, but Astoria is the only one that I know about.

Please query "Job Corp" for details.

Answer 4

I really enjoyed my time in the Navy, and had I not gotten divorced, would have remained in. GREAT opportunities, especially for women. I visited 11 countries in 3 years. If you wish to hear more, IM or E-mail me.

Answer 5

below is a link from navy.com

its a little harder if your on a ship where 90% are men.. there are specific guidelines for conduct and training regulations.. but in all honesty i think if its something you really wanna do then you shouldnt let others sway your opinion or choice. My brother was in the Navy he drove the Nimitz.. my younger brother chose the Army .. and he's in Iraq...

Answer 6

any female in any service should be able to take some sort of talk! trust me when saying men dont like women doing there job espeacially in the military! either way gurl keep your head up and tough it out! good luck

Answer 7

You could fix weapons. or help with the computers