Deciding to join the Air Force Reserves can bring many of the benefits of an enlisted member, with only needing to serve part time. It allows for those who would like to live a civilian life with a career still participate in military services, at the same time being eligible for many benefits like health care or educational assistance.

In the reserves, there are many part-time jobs that offer a regular salary, in addition to the benefits packages. Here are just some of a few career choices a reservist has available:

• Electrical Systems
• Fire Protection
• Personnel
• Heating & Air Conditioning
• Operations Intelligence

With the many jobs available to reservists, there is an opportunity to gain more training in order to advance an already existing civilian career, or even learn new skills to enhance the chance of finding a better future job. Along with job training and a regular salary, some of the best benefits are offered to reservists who work part time including:

• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Regular Salary
• Travel Allowances
• Health Benefits
• Retirement Options
• Living and Food Allowances
• Promotions

An Air Force Reservist serves one weekend per month, and two weeks during the year taking place most often during the summer months. The salary is paid for this part time service, and any days you would like to work extra are compensated for.
To become a part of the Air Force Reserve, you must:

• Be 17-34, if there is no prior military service. In the event you do have prior experience, age requirements may vary.
• Be a citizen of the United States
• Be of good physical health
• Have a strong moral character
• Take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB
• Pass physical exams

So whether you want to just increase your monthly income, or you would like to continue a civilian life with part time military service, the Air Force reserves have many opportunities to enhance your current life, or prepare for the future.