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PROTECTING AMERICA THE WORLD OVER

See what America’s Navy stands for – and what you could be part of.

Whoever we are, whatever we do, wherever we serve, as Sailors we are always there for our country. Get to know more about our mission and our people, the places we serve and the equipment we use, the news we make and the history we’ve made. Learn all about the Navy »

See what America’s Navy stands for – and what you could be part of.

ways to join

Active Duty

Full Time »

Interested in making the Navy your primary focus in terms of a career? You’ll want to look into full-time opportunities serving on Active Duty. Learn how to join based on your background.

Reserve Duty

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Want to have a career in the Navy and in the civilian world? You’ll want to look into part-time opportunities serving on Reserve Duty. Learn how to join based on your background.

Sailors aboard the USS Makin Island (LHD 8) stand in formation during a commemoration ceremony in honor of the 70th anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

Hands-on Roles

Enlisted »

What can you do with a high school diploma in today’s Navy? Find out about what it means to be an Enlisted Sailor and how to go about joining the highly skilled, hands-on Navy workforce.

Management Roles

Officer »

Where can a college degree take you in today’s Navy? Find out about what it means to be an Officer and how to go about joining the highly respected, take charge Navy management team.

STEM Career Opportunities

Imagine the possibilities in today's Navy

Into science and technology? Majoring in engineering or math? Whether you have a growing passion for STEM subject areas or are in the process of earning a degree in a STEM discipline, there are opportunities to take those interests to another level – in America’s Navy.

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Visit, Board, Search & Seizure

You may not have heard of VBSS (visit, board, search and seizure) teams. But from their work defending against sea piracy or preventing the transport of illegal weapons or drugs, you've no doubt felt their impact.

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Sailor Stories

Every Sailor has a story. How they came to join the Navy. The experiences they've had while serving. The impact it's had on their lives and the lives of those around them. Here's the place to get the genuine insight and inspiration – right from the real men and women who know Navy best. Check out Stories of Service »

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Compare Jobs

Get quick, key details about available careers in the Navy by simply indicating your military service history (or lack thereof), the service option and role you have in mind, and the professional areas of interest you'd like to consider. Use the Career Comparison Tool »

America’s Navy is heading to X Games Aspen, January 22–25! Check out the autograph sessions with X Games athletes, navigate the Virtual Reality Deep Sea Challenge or test your strength with the Warrior Challenge.

X GAMES ASPEN 2015

Nobody understands pushing your limits to the extreme better than the men and women of America's Navy. This January in Aspen, visit the Navy Display for a chance to meet X Games athletes, enter to win a Navy X Games snowboard and more. Check out all the activities »