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CONGRATS ON MAKING IT THIS FAR

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DID YOU FIND THEM ALL?

Sailors in Navy Special Ops are trained to remain hidden on classified missions. Look deeper in your magazine to find seven ads with Navy SEALs, Divers, Special Warfare Combat Crewmen, Air Rescue Swimmers, combat medics and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians inside.

Haven’t found them all yet? Take a look at the hint below.

We operate in silence, unseen even by those who we fly above. We work at sea and on land, but you’ll also find us hovering in cyberspace. Though we have a nose for finding things, we’re no dogs. Our missions are elite, demanding a special kind of aquatic explorers. You won't find us on the docks, but sometimes we cruise beneath them. Some say we’re artists, mastering the art of hiding in plain sight. Don't duck your chance to join us, if you made it this far, you might just have what it takes.

We are Navy Special Ops.

Think you can become one of these Sailors? Check out each of the jobs below and talk to a Navy Recruiter to find out more.

Education

Take your operational skills to the classroom.

We offer a variety of educational assistance options, from scholarships to financial reimbursement and salary advances. Explore opportunities in NROTC, undergraduate, graduate and professional programs to determine what's best for you, or chat with a Recruiter to get the latest details.

For details about education for specific special operations careers, select the job below. You can also find more details about education opportunities for Enlisted Sailors or Officers here.

Pay & Benefits

Elite pay and benefits for elite Sailors.

Depending on your job, Navy pay and benefits will flex to fit your role. You can rely on regular promotions, pay increases and world-class benefits that rival any civilian employer. Many Sailors can even qualify for sign-on bonuses depending on their field. Every Sailor is guaranteed:

30 days paid vacation
100% health care coverage for you & your family
Tuition assistance & free college education
Housing stipends
Retirement savings & income

Find out more about Navy pay and benefits now.

Reserve Opportunities

Find the Navy Reserve job that works for you.

There are no part-time Navy Reserve opportunities for Enlisted Sailors and Officers in special operations jobs. Go back to Careers to find jobs with a Reserve component or discover more about life in the Navy Reserve here.