* You must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

* You must be between the ages of 17 and 34.

* You must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

* You must meet the physical and medical requirements for military service.

Take the Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB).

* The DLAB is a test that measures your aptitude for learning foreign languages.

* You must score at least a 100 on the DLAB to be eligible for language training.

Complete basic training.

* Basic training is a 10-week program that will teach you the basic skills you need to be a soldier.

* Basic training includes physical training, weapons training, and combat training.

Attend language training.

* Language training is a 6-month to 1-year program that will teach you the language skills you need to communicate effectively in a foreign country.

* You will learn how to speak, read, and write the language.

* You will also learn about the culture of the country where the language is spoken.

Serve in the Army as a linguist.

* Once you have completed language training, you will be assigned to a unit where you will use your language skills.

* You may serve in a variety of roles, such as interpreter, interrogator, or language instructor.

Additional Information

* The Army offers a variety of bonuses and incentives for linguists.

* Linguists are eligible for language proficiency pay bonuses.

* Linguists can also earn reenlistment bonuses and other special incentives.

* The Army has a variety of career opportunities for linguists.

* Linguists can work in a variety of different fields, such as intelligence, diplomacy, and law enforcement.