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  • Career Path: Joining the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Requirements & Steps
    Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility

    Be a U.S. citizen.

    Be at least 18 years old.

    Have a high school diploma or GED.

    Meet the physical and medical requirements.

    Have a clean criminal record.

    Step 2: Select a Job

    Engineering.

    Construction.

    Environmental protection.

    Information technology.

    Finance.

    Human resources.

    Law enforcement.

    Logistics.

    Public affairs.

    Step 3: Apply for the Job

    Create an account on the USA Jobs website.

    Search for jobs with the Army Corps of Engineers.

    Complete the online application.

    Step 4: Prepare for the Hiring Process

    Interview with the Army Corps of Engineers.

    Take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test.

    Undergo a medical screening.

    Complete a background check.

    Step 5: Get Started

    Upon acceptance of your offer, you will begin basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

    After completing basic training, you will be assigned to your duty station.

    Here are some additional tips for getting a job in the Army Corps of Engineers:

    * Highlight your relevant skills and experience on your resume and during your interview.

    * Be prepared to answer questions about your motivation for wanting to work for the Army Corps of Engineers.

    * Be prepared for a physical and medical screening.

    * Be honest about your criminal record.

    * Be patient. The hiring process for the Army Corps of Engineers can be lengthy.

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