U.S. Army Recruiting News

Soldier looks out helicopter doorframe over mountains and military base.

Feb. 25, 2022

U.S. Army guarantees new enlistees duty station of choice

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The Army now offers new active-duty recruits the ability to select their first duty station, giving many the option to go as far away from or stay as close to home as they want.

U.S. Army Soldier at the top of a telephone pole completes lineman work.

Feb. 21, 2022

Credentialing Assistance Program paves the way for success after service

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army helps Soldiers earn civilian credentials and certifications that make them more marketable when it is time to transition out of the Army.

Two Army Soldiers in yellow jumpsuits stand in a plane's open door frame, preparing to parachute out.

Feb. 18, 2022

Army parachute team to host training for local Soldiers

FORT BRAGG, N.C. — The U.S. Army Parachute Team will host skydiving training as a part of their Green Platoon Initiative to recruit Fort Bragg Soldiers that aspire to join the team, but lack skydiving experience.

People raising right hand completing oath of enlistment.

Feb. 15, 2022

Saturday processing days added by USMEPCOM to support recruiting partners

FORT KNOX, Ky — To further support military recruiting partners meeting current goals, select MEPS will open for processing one Saturday per month, from January through March and in May. On Jan. 22, the command began the first of four Saturday openings at 10 MEPS.

Army trainee in uniform and helmet, holds rope preparing to swing off a raised platform.

Feb. 14, 2022

Army offers bonuses for quick shippers

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army currently is offering bonuses up to $9,000 for individuals who are able to start training within the next several months.

Man in suit and two Soldiers in uniform stand in recruiting office in front of Army flag and American flag.

Feb. 8, 2022

Recruiters use Army training to save stab victim’s life

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Two recruiting noncommissioned officers were awarded the Army Commendation Medal Jan. 31 for providing lifesaving first aid to a stabbing victim at their recruiting station.

Feb. 7, 2022

Army expands short-term enlistment options

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army has expanded its two-year enlistment options, making it easier for individuals who may not be comfortable making a four- or six-year commitment.

Rows of signed boxing gloves on a counter.

Feb. 2, 2022

USAREC announces 4th Quarter Knockout Artists Awards

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Congratulations to all of the U.S. Army Recruiting Command “Knockout Artists” for fourth quarter fiscal 2021.

Soldiers stand together during ceremony.

Jan. 21, 2022

USAREC Command team recognizes Top Recruiting Noncommissioned Officers

FORT KNOX, Ky — U.S. Army Recruiting Command announced the top 13 recruiting noncommissioned officers and medical recruiting officer for the first quarter of fiscal 2022 during a ceremony here Jan. 20.

Jan. 19, 2022

Military Recruiting is a Family Affair

TAMPA, Fla. — For some, service in the Army is a family business. Family members serving simultaneously is not rare, although it’s less common for siblings to be part of the same organization and share a similar mission.