4.0
28 Aug 2008
Former employee
Great Lakes, IL
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook
Pros
The Navy provides an opportunity for renewed direction and focus in ones life. For those people who haven't really put too much thought into what they want to be when they "grow up," and didn't perform up to par in their high school years, the Navy will give you guidance and exposure to a work environment that will help them decide where they want to go in life.
Cons
Aside from separation from family and familiar surroundings, there's the initial low base pay. One can get past this by evaluating the numerous benefits provided and consider the cost/value of these extras in the civilian sector.