Essay On Becoming An Army Officer

I decided to become an Army officer because I wanted to have a better future for myself and my family. Becoming an Army officer will come with many rewards. I cannot think of a better job to have than being an officer in the greatest army on the planet. Being an officer in the Alabama National Guard also gives me a chance to not only serve my country but also to serve my community and my state. A key moment for me when deciding if the Army was right for me or not were the storms of April 27, 2011. After seeing all of the devastation, the first people out there helping were members of the National Guard. That day was personal for me because my girlfriend lost her house to the storms. The next time a major disaster hits, I want to be there and be able to help someone when they need it the …show more content…
In addition to serving my country and my community, I want to become an Army officer to give my family and me a better future. I am going to school for criminal justice and to make it to where I want to be in my career, I will probably have to work as a police officer on the streets of some city. Having the extra income of the National Guard will be appreciated since I will not be making much as a police officer. My soon-to-be fiancé is in school for education currently. Being a teacher will also not yield a large salary. Money is not everything but, being able to live comfortably is a must. Another reason I want to become an officer is that becoming an officer will help with my civilian career. Going into the field of criminal justice, all jobs are competitive. Having the ability to say that I am an officer in the National Guard in an interview or on a resume is a huge advantage. Also, by becoming an officer, or simply being in the Army, I can go to graduate school knowing the Army will help me out with the costs. Having a master’s degree is another huge advantage in the field