Navy and Marines
Exploration activity
Get Started
Choose your path
Navy
Marines
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Other Branches
Choose your NAvy path
Health/Human Service
Support Services
COmbat
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
BRief History
Home
BAck
Combat career paths
Medical Corps
Special Operations
Crewmen
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Special Operations LIST
01
03
Seal Team
Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC)
Becoming a Ranger is an honor shared by a select few. complete missions that call for speed, precision, and heavy firepower, including rifles, machine guns, and explosives.
The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), also known as Night Stalkers, is the Nation’s premier aviation unit providing highly specialized aviation capabilities.
02
Aviation Rescue Swimmers
Special Forces Soldiers are among the elite of the military and conduct missions with a focus on surveillance and developing defense capabilities.
Home
BAck
Seal Team
Conducting insertions and extractions by sea, air or land to accomplish covert, Special Warfare/Special Operations missions like, capturing high-value enemy personnel or terrorists around the world and collecting information and intelligence through special reconnaissance missions. Seal teams are tasked with small-unit, direct-action missions against military targets such as performing underwater reconnaissance and the demolition of natural or man-made obstacles prior to amphibious landings
+info
Home
BAck
Aviation Rescue Swimmer
AIRR personnel are tasked with coordinating with pilots as Aircrewman aboard helicopters to carry out missions saving the crew of downed aircraft, people aboard stranded or capsized vessels at sea, or hikers and mountain climbers in danger. AIRR crews can also be asked to rescue civilians during natural disasters in collaboration with other forces such as the Coast Guard, deliver aid and supplies to other countries in humanitarian operations, providing support to Naval Special Warfare Operations. Some AIRR combat related duties include conducting surveillance in anti-submarine warfare and drug interdiction operations, operate radar, Forward Looking Infrared sensors, missile systems and door guns in anti-surface operations, and transporting troops and cargo to and from ships
+info
Home
BAck
Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC)
+info
SWCC personnel can insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels, collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas, and assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies
SWCC crews may also be asked to operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions, perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic, provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate and integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
Home
BAck
Crewman LIST
Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD)
Fighter Pilot
01
03
Work with Howitzers, some of the most technologically advanced weapons systems ever created, to support infantry and tank units.
As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer, you’ll lead the Army's tactical and technical explosives experts.
Helicopter Crewman
02
Provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing obstacles, as well as defense and fighting positions.
Home
BAck
Explosive Ordinance Disposal
As explosive ordinance disposal personnel you will detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics and outdated explosives, neutralize various ordnance, including sea mines, torpedoes or depth charges. You will work with cutting-edge technology to remotely disable unsafe ordnance, perform parachute or helicopter insertion operations, support law enforcement agencies, and clear waterways of mines in support of our ships and submarines
+info
Home
BAck
Helicopter Aircrewman
As a Helicopter Aircrewman, you perform aircrew operations, administration, and flight and ground training while transporting passengers and cargo and conducting medical evacuations (MEDEVAC). You will handle small arms, support Naval Special Warfare insertions and extractions, conduct vertical replenishment (VERTREP), operate night vision devices (NVD), and perform observer duties to ensure flight safety.
+info
Home
BAck
Fighter Pilot
As a Navy Fighter Pilot, you fly some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, including the F/A-18 Hornet and F-35C Lightning II, to provide attack, defense, and logistical support to the Fleet. You operate and maintain complex aircraft systems, participate in antisubmarine warfare, mine countermeasures, search and rescue, and vertical replenishment missions, and receive specialized training in advanced tactical systems. Your duties also include projecting aviation power in fighter, attack, reconnaissance, and sea control missions, launching from carriers or surface ships, and conducting enemy surveillance through photographic intelligence.
+info
Home
BAck
Medical Corps LIST
03
01
Search and Rescue Medical Technician
Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (Soidc)
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
02
Deep Sea Diving Medical Technician
Provide basic medicine and assist medics in treatment of diving related illnesses, injuries associated with deep sea diving and hyperbaric conditions
Home
BAck
Search and Rescue Medical TEchnician
As a Search and Rescue Medical Technician (SMT), you rescue patients and provide emergency medical care from helicopters while performing aircrew duties and En Route Care for both routine and critical cases. You assist in disaster relief operations and support Navy and Marine Corps Aviation missions, including Search and Rescue (SAR), tactical evacuation (TECEVAC), medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), casualty evacuation (CASEVAC), and Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR).
+info
Home
BAck
Deep Sea Diving Medical Technician
As a Deep Sea Diving Medical technician, you provide basic medical support and assist in preventing and treating diving-related illnesses and injuries caused by deep-sea and hyperbaric conditions. You operate, test, and repair Navy diving equipment; perform underwater inspections and security operations; conduct ordnance searches and rescues; and participate in special warfare and small boat missions. Additionally, you operate advanced systems such as the Swimmer Delivery Vehicle, Dry-Deck Shelter, and submarine lock-in/lock-out systems.
+info
Home
BAck
Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (Soidc)
As a Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (SOIDC), you deliver advanced medical care and operational support to Marine Reconnaissance units, Marine Special Operations Forces, and Navy Special Operations personnel such as SWCC and SEALs. You also operate as a vital team member in direct action missions, special reconnaissance, foreign internal defense, and unconventional warfare operations.
+info
Home
BAck
Health and Human Services career paths
Hospital Corpsman
Medical Technologist
Navy Nurse
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
HOspital Corpsman
As a Navy Hospital Corpsman, you provide emergency medical and dental treatment to SEALs, Marines, and other military personnel in the field, at sea, and aboard aircraft. You assist in surgeries as an operating room technician, administer preventive care and medications, conduct physical exams, and help treat diseases and injuries. Your duties also include supervising sanitation and safety, maintaining patient records, performing clinical tests and research, and supporting Navy physicians and nurses across diverse medical fields such as radiology, physical therapy, dentistry, surgery, family medicine, pathology, and women’s health.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Nurse
As a Navy nurse, you provide comprehensive care to Sailors, Marines, other service members, and their families in top military medical facilities on shore, at sea, and in the field. You collaborate with physicians and specialists to develop and administer treatment plans, guide and train Hospital Corpsmen in quality patient care, apply advanced medical practices in world-class hospitals, and assist with global relief efforts, including vaccine distribution and emergency care for disaster victims.
+info
Home
BAck
Medical Technologist
As a medical technologist, you work with skilled Navy medical teams to maintain the health and readiness of service members, their families, and others worldwide. You perform and manage a full range of laboratory services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the highest industry standards, provide clinical laboratory and blood bank support to deployed forces, supervise the efficient operation of laboratory facilities at home and abroad, and oversee both personnel and assets.
+info
Home
BAck
Support Services career paths
CAtapult Officer
Navy Musician
Logistics Specialist
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Catapult Officer
As a catapult officer you will ensure readiness of launching equipment, establish WOD (wind over deck) requirements, supervise catapult airplane spotter and catapult crew at prescribed launching stations, and direct the firing of the catapult. Catapult officers also ensure readiness of arresting gear, barricade and visual landing aid systems, supervise the recovery of the aircraft, and maintain inventory and custody of ready service spare parts and accessories. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, supervising and recording preventive maintenance and repairs of launch and recovery equipment.
+info
Home
BAck
Logistics Specialist
As a logistics specialist, you are responsible for ordering, storing, checking, and issuing flight gear, repair parts, and other equipment and goods. You also organize and operate Navy post offices both ashore and afloat, receive, sort, inspect, and deliver mail and cargo, maintain inventory databases, prepare reports and correspondence, keep financial logs and records, and operate computer systems that provide logistic support information.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Musician
As a Navy musician, you perform as part of parade, concert, jazz, rock, and small ensemble groups in a wide range of styles, including classical, march, soul, pop, and country. You conduct, rehearse, and perform for radio, television, and live events; compose, transcribe, and arrange music for various ensembles; and provide music for public concerts, military ceremonies, educational outreach programs, parades, and diplomatic functions, serving both Navy personnel and the public.
+info
Home
BAck
Choose your Marines path
Support Services
Health/Human Services
COmbat
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
BRief History
Home
BAck
Combat career paths
INfantry (03XX Series)
Special Operations
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Special Operations LIST
02
01
Marine Raiders
United States Special Operations Command (US Socom)
Go into places where it’s hard to gather information and quietly collect details the military needs (like where enemy forces are, or whether a location is safe). Carry out short, focused missions that might include taking control of a building, capturing a target, or disabling a dangerous capability. These missions are usually planned carefully and done by small teams.
MARSOC Marines collect vital information about enemy activity, terrain, and other conditions — usually in dangerous or hard-to-reach areas. They do this quietly and often before other forces arrive.
Home
BAck
Marine Raiders
As a Marine Raider you will quietly gather hard-to-reach intelligence—where enemy forces are and whether locations are safe—and use that information to plan and execute short, focused missions (seizing buildings, capturing targets, or disabling threats) carried out by small, highly trained teams. They also conduct unconventional warfare and partner-training overseas, advise and operate with allied forces to strengthen regional security, stand ready for counterterrorism and hostage-rescue tasks as part of larger task forces, support mission planning and intelligence reporting to commanders, and operate from ships, beaches, and coastal areas for sea-borne insertion and extraction.
+info
Home
BAck
United States SOCOM
MARSOC Marines quietly collect vital intelligence in dangerous or hard-to-reach areas—often before other forces arrive—and use that information to plan and execute short, precision attacks such as seizing key targets, rescuing hostages, or disabling critical enemy capabilities. They train and advise allied and partner forces to strengthen regional security and counterterrorism, conduct unconventional warfare (including working with local forces), and frequently operate alongside other USSOCOM units like Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets, and Air Force Special Tactics Teams on joint missions.
+info
Home
BAck
Infantry (03XX Series) LIST
03
01
Rifleman, 0311
Mortarman, 0341
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
02
Machine Gunner, 0331
Provide basic medicine and assist medics in treatment of diving related illnesses, injuries associated with deep sea diving and hyperbaric conditions
Home
BAck
Infantryman, 11B
A Marine infantryman fights as part of a small team (a fire team), performing patrols across varied terrain to find and observe enemy activity and defend positions by establishing security posts. They train constantly in weapons handling, marksmanship, physical fitness, communication, and teamwork, and they navigate and share information using maps, compasses, and radios while keeping their weapons and gear maintained and mission-ready.
+info
Home
BAck
Machine GUnner
A Marine machine gunner operates medium and heavy machine guns to support their squad or platoon, providing powerful covering fire to protect teammates and selecting and setting up optimal fighting positions for defense or attack. They transport, maintain, and care for machine guns, tripods, and ammunition, train regularly in shooting, teamwork, communication, and fitness, assist leaders in planning how to employ firepower effectively, and remain ready to operate across all environments—urban, desert, jungle, or mountain.
+info
Home
BAck
Mortarman
A Marine mortarman sets up, aims, and fires 60mm or 81mm mortars to deliver indirect fire against enemy positions out of direct line of sight, supporting riflemen and machine gunners with timely firepower. Working closely as a team, they calculate firing data using maps, coordinates, and comms, move and emplace mortar systems quickly across varying environments, and maintain mortars, ammunition, and equipment to keep them clean, functional, and ready for action.
+info
Home
BAck
Health and Human Services career paths
Career & Life Counselor
Hospital Corpsman
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Hospital Corpsman
A Marine Corpsman provides lifesaving medical care to Marines in the field and during combat, delivering first aid and emergency treatment under pressure. They also treat illnesses and minor injuries during training or deployments, assist doctors and nurses in medical facilities or aboard ships, and ensure their unit’s medical supplies and equipment are properly maintained. In addition, they train Marines in basic first aid and combat lifesaving skills, helping prepare every Marine to respond effectively in emergencies.
+info
Home
BAck
Career and Life Counselor
A Marine Career and Life Counselor helps Marines plan and achieve their professional and personal goals by providing guidance on career paths, training opportunities, and education programs such as college courses, tuition assistance, and certifications. They offer advice on leadership development, time management, and goal setting to support personal growth, and assist Marines transitioning to civilian life by helping them explore new career options, prepare résumés, and apply to schools or training programs.
+info
Home
BAck
Support Services career paths
Legal Services Specialist
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Cyber security Technician
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Legal Services Specialist
A Marine Legal Services Specialist supports the Marine Corps’ legal operations by preparing and organizing official documents such as wills, contracts, and court records. They assist in military trials by managing evidence, scheduling witnesses, and maintaining accurate case records. Additionally, they help fellow Marines understand their legal rights and responsibilities while ensuring all legal files are properly maintained, accurate, and secure.
+info
Home
BAck
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
A Marine Motor Vehicle Mechanic ensures the reliability and safety of military vehicles by inspecting trucks, jeeps, and other equipment to confirm they’re mission-ready. They perform repairs on engines, brakes, transmissions, and electrical systems, and conduct regular maintenance such as oil changes, tune-ups, and part replacements to prevent breakdowns. Using both traditional hand tools and advanced diagnostic technology, they identify and fix mechanical issues to keep the Marine Corps’ vehicles operating at peak performance.
+info
Home
BAck
Cyber Security Technician
A Marine Cyber Security Technician protects the Marine Corps’ digital networks and information systems by developing and enforcing security policies, plans, and procedures. They design and implement safeguards such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems, respond to security incidents, and conduct computer forensics when threats arise. Their duties also include performing vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with government security standards, and maintaining the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of critical data. Additionally, they advise commanders on the security status of communications and information systems to support mission readiness in the cyber domain.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Brief History
During World War I, the U.S. Navy rapidly expanded to protect Allied shipping from German U-boat attacks. It deployed combat and escort vessels. The Navy also played a critical role establishing early naval intelligence operations.
The U.S. Navy advanced technologically with nuclear-powered ships, aircraft carriers, and submarines. It continues to project American power globally, maintain maritime security, and respond to conflicts and humanitarian crises worldwide.
1939-1945
1775-1783
The Navy became a decisive force, dominating both theaters. Key achievements included aircraft carrier operations, submarine warfare, amphibious landings, and supporting major battles such as Midway and Normandy, cementing the Navy’s status as a global power.
The Continental Congress established the Continental Navy in 1775 to fight British forces during the American Revolution, laying the foundation for the modern U.S. Navy.
Cold War to Present
1914-1918
Home
BAck
Marines Brief History
Marines have been central to rapid-response operations, including Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, while continuing to refine amphibious warfare, expeditionary capabilities, and global readiness.
Marines participated in key actions such as the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and overseas interventions, establishing a reputation for rapid deployment and amphibious capabilities.
1775-1783
1960
The Marine Corps played pivotal roles in World War I, particularly at Belleau Wood, earning the name Devil Dogs. Became famous for its island-hopping campaigns in the Pacific during World War II.
Cold War to Present
The Continental Marines were established in 1775 to serve as shipboard infantry, fighting in naval battles and supporting the American Revolution.
1800s
Home
BAck
Other Military Branches
Click the icon to the left of the service you would like to explore
Army/Air National guard
Marine Reserves
The U.S. National Guard serves as a reserve military force that supports both state and federal missions, responding to domestic emergencies and national defense operations.
The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve provides trained units and qualified individuals ready to support active-duty Marines during national emergencies, crises, or wartime operations.
Coast Guard
Airforce Reserves
The U.S. Coast Guard protects the nation’s maritime interests by conducting search and rescue, law enforcement, environmental protection, and homeland security missions on oceans, coasts, and waterways.
The U.S. Air Force Reserve provides trained airmen and units ready to support active-duty operations in air, space, and cyberspace during missions, emergencies, or wartime.
Space Force
US Maritime Service
The U.S. Maritime Service trains officers and personnel to support the nation’s merchant marine and ensure the safe, efficient operation of ships during peace and war.
The U.S. Space Force organizes, trains, and equips forces to protect American interests and ensure freedom of operation in space.
Home
BAck
Navy/Marines Activity
High School
Created on October 17, 2025
Start designing with a free template
Discover more than 1500 professional designs like these:
View
Higher Education Presentation
View
Genial Storytale Presentation
View
Historical Presentation
View
Scary Eighties Presentation
View
Psychedelic Presentation
View
Memories Presentation
View
Harmony Higher Education Thesis
Explore all templates
Transcript
Navy and Marines
Exploration activity
Get Started
Choose your path
Navy
Marines
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Other Branches
Choose your NAvy path
Health/Human Service
Support Services
COmbat
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
BRief History
Home
BAck
Combat career paths
Medical Corps
Special Operations
Crewmen
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Special Operations LIST
01
03
Seal Team
Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC)
Becoming a Ranger is an honor shared by a select few. complete missions that call for speed, precision, and heavy firepower, including rifles, machine guns, and explosives.
The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne), also known as Night Stalkers, is the Nation’s premier aviation unit providing highly specialized aviation capabilities.
02
Aviation Rescue Swimmers
Special Forces Soldiers are among the elite of the military and conduct missions with a focus on surveillance and developing defense capabilities.
Home
BAck
Seal Team
Conducting insertions and extractions by sea, air or land to accomplish covert, Special Warfare/Special Operations missions like, capturing high-value enemy personnel or terrorists around the world and collecting information and intelligence through special reconnaissance missions. Seal teams are tasked with small-unit, direct-action missions against military targets such as performing underwater reconnaissance and the demolition of natural or man-made obstacles prior to amphibious landings
+info
Home
BAck
Aviation Rescue Swimmer
AIRR personnel are tasked with coordinating with pilots as Aircrewman aboard helicopters to carry out missions saving the crew of downed aircraft, people aboard stranded or capsized vessels at sea, or hikers and mountain climbers in danger. AIRR crews can also be asked to rescue civilians during natural disasters in collaboration with other forces such as the Coast Guard, deliver aid and supplies to other countries in humanitarian operations, providing support to Naval Special Warfare Operations. Some AIRR combat related duties include conducting surveillance in anti-submarine warfare and drug interdiction operations, operate radar, Forward Looking Infrared sensors, missile systems and door guns in anti-surface operations, and transporting troops and cargo to and from ships
+info
Home
BAck
Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC)
+info
SWCC personnel can insert and extract SEALs and other Special Operations personnel from a variety of Naval Surface Warfare vessels, collect important data about enemy military installations and shipping traffic in coastal areas, and assist other military and civilian law enforcement agencies SWCC crews may also be asked to operate and maintain ordnance systems, communications, electronics, small boats and other equipment associated with SWCC and other special operations missions, perform direct action raids against enemy shipping and waterborne traffic, provide rapid mobility in shallow water areas where larger ships cannot operate and integrate with other U.S. Special Operations forces or within U.S. Navy carrier and expeditionary strike groups to accomplish operational tasks
Home
BAck
Crewman LIST
Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD)
Fighter Pilot
01
03
Work with Howitzers, some of the most technologically advanced weapons systems ever created, to support infantry and tank units.
As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officer, you’ll lead the Army's tactical and technical explosives experts.
Helicopter Crewman
02
Provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing obstacles, as well as defense and fighting positions.
Home
BAck
Explosive Ordinance Disposal
As explosive ordinance disposal personnel you will detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics and outdated explosives, neutralize various ordnance, including sea mines, torpedoes or depth charges. You will work with cutting-edge technology to remotely disable unsafe ordnance, perform parachute or helicopter insertion operations, support law enforcement agencies, and clear waterways of mines in support of our ships and submarines
+info
Home
BAck
Helicopter Aircrewman
As a Helicopter Aircrewman, you perform aircrew operations, administration, and flight and ground training while transporting passengers and cargo and conducting medical evacuations (MEDEVAC). You will handle small arms, support Naval Special Warfare insertions and extractions, conduct vertical replenishment (VERTREP), operate night vision devices (NVD), and perform observer duties to ensure flight safety.
+info
Home
BAck
Fighter Pilot
As a Navy Fighter Pilot, you fly some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, including the F/A-18 Hornet and F-35C Lightning II, to provide attack, defense, and logistical support to the Fleet. You operate and maintain complex aircraft systems, participate in antisubmarine warfare, mine countermeasures, search and rescue, and vertical replenishment missions, and receive specialized training in advanced tactical systems. Your duties also include projecting aviation power in fighter, attack, reconnaissance, and sea control missions, launching from carriers or surface ships, and conducting enemy surveillance through photographic intelligence.
+info
Home
BAck
Medical Corps LIST
03
01
Search and Rescue Medical Technician
Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (Soidc)
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
02
Deep Sea Diving Medical Technician
Provide basic medicine and assist medics in treatment of diving related illnesses, injuries associated with deep sea diving and hyperbaric conditions
Home
BAck
Search and Rescue Medical TEchnician
As a Search and Rescue Medical Technician (SMT), you rescue patients and provide emergency medical care from helicopters while performing aircrew duties and En Route Care for both routine and critical cases. You assist in disaster relief operations and support Navy and Marine Corps Aviation missions, including Search and Rescue (SAR), tactical evacuation (TECEVAC), medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), casualty evacuation (CASEVAC), and Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR).
+info
Home
BAck
Deep Sea Diving Medical Technician
As a Deep Sea Diving Medical technician, you provide basic medical support and assist in preventing and treating diving-related illnesses and injuries caused by deep-sea and hyperbaric conditions. You operate, test, and repair Navy diving equipment; perform underwater inspections and security operations; conduct ordnance searches and rescues; and participate in special warfare and small boat missions. Additionally, you operate advanced systems such as the Swimmer Delivery Vehicle, Dry-Deck Shelter, and submarine lock-in/lock-out systems.
+info
Home
BAck
Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (Soidc)
As a Special Operations Independent Duty Corpsman (SOIDC), you deliver advanced medical care and operational support to Marine Reconnaissance units, Marine Special Operations Forces, and Navy Special Operations personnel such as SWCC and SEALs. You also operate as a vital team member in direct action missions, special reconnaissance, foreign internal defense, and unconventional warfare operations.
+info
Home
BAck
Health and Human Services career paths
Hospital Corpsman
Medical Technologist
Navy Nurse
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
HOspital Corpsman
As a Navy Hospital Corpsman, you provide emergency medical and dental treatment to SEALs, Marines, and other military personnel in the field, at sea, and aboard aircraft. You assist in surgeries as an operating room technician, administer preventive care and medications, conduct physical exams, and help treat diseases and injuries. Your duties also include supervising sanitation and safety, maintaining patient records, performing clinical tests and research, and supporting Navy physicians and nurses across diverse medical fields such as radiology, physical therapy, dentistry, surgery, family medicine, pathology, and women’s health.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Nurse
As a Navy nurse, you provide comprehensive care to Sailors, Marines, other service members, and their families in top military medical facilities on shore, at sea, and in the field. You collaborate with physicians and specialists to develop and administer treatment plans, guide and train Hospital Corpsmen in quality patient care, apply advanced medical practices in world-class hospitals, and assist with global relief efforts, including vaccine distribution and emergency care for disaster victims.
+info
Home
BAck
Medical Technologist
As a medical technologist, you work with skilled Navy medical teams to maintain the health and readiness of service members, their families, and others worldwide. You perform and manage a full range of laboratory services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the highest industry standards, provide clinical laboratory and blood bank support to deployed forces, supervise the efficient operation of laboratory facilities at home and abroad, and oversee both personnel and assets.
+info
Home
BAck
Support Services career paths
CAtapult Officer
Navy Musician
Logistics Specialist
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Catapult Officer
As a catapult officer you will ensure readiness of launching equipment, establish WOD (wind over deck) requirements, supervise catapult airplane spotter and catapult crew at prescribed launching stations, and direct the firing of the catapult. Catapult officers also ensure readiness of arresting gear, barricade and visual landing aid systems, supervise the recovery of the aircraft, and maintain inventory and custody of ready service spare parts and accessories. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, supervising and recording preventive maintenance and repairs of launch and recovery equipment.
+info
Home
BAck
Logistics Specialist
As a logistics specialist, you are responsible for ordering, storing, checking, and issuing flight gear, repair parts, and other equipment and goods. You also organize and operate Navy post offices both ashore and afloat, receive, sort, inspect, and deliver mail and cargo, maintain inventory databases, prepare reports and correspondence, keep financial logs and records, and operate computer systems that provide logistic support information.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Musician
As a Navy musician, you perform as part of parade, concert, jazz, rock, and small ensemble groups in a wide range of styles, including classical, march, soul, pop, and country. You conduct, rehearse, and perform for radio, television, and live events; compose, transcribe, and arrange music for various ensembles; and provide music for public concerts, military ceremonies, educational outreach programs, parades, and diplomatic functions, serving both Navy personnel and the public.
+info
Home
BAck
Choose your Marines path
Support Services
Health/Human Services
COmbat
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
BRief History
Home
BAck
Combat career paths
INfantry (03XX Series)
Special Operations
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Special Operations LIST
02
01
Marine Raiders
United States Special Operations Command (US Socom)
Go into places where it’s hard to gather information and quietly collect details the military needs (like where enemy forces are, or whether a location is safe). Carry out short, focused missions that might include taking control of a building, capturing a target, or disabling a dangerous capability. These missions are usually planned carefully and done by small teams.
MARSOC Marines collect vital information about enemy activity, terrain, and other conditions — usually in dangerous or hard-to-reach areas. They do this quietly and often before other forces arrive.
Home
BAck
Marine Raiders
As a Marine Raider you will quietly gather hard-to-reach intelligence—where enemy forces are and whether locations are safe—and use that information to plan and execute short, focused missions (seizing buildings, capturing targets, or disabling threats) carried out by small, highly trained teams. They also conduct unconventional warfare and partner-training overseas, advise and operate with allied forces to strengthen regional security, stand ready for counterterrorism and hostage-rescue tasks as part of larger task forces, support mission planning and intelligence reporting to commanders, and operate from ships, beaches, and coastal areas for sea-borne insertion and extraction.
+info
Home
BAck
United States SOCOM
MARSOC Marines quietly collect vital intelligence in dangerous or hard-to-reach areas—often before other forces arrive—and use that information to plan and execute short, precision attacks such as seizing key targets, rescuing hostages, or disabling critical enemy capabilities. They train and advise allied and partner forces to strengthen regional security and counterterrorism, conduct unconventional warfare (including working with local forces), and frequently operate alongside other USSOCOM units like Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets, and Air Force Special Tactics Teams on joint missions.
+info
Home
BAck
Infantry (03XX Series) LIST
03
01
Rifleman, 0311
Mortarman, 0341
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
As a Combat Medic Specialist, you'll administer emergency medical care in the field in both combat and humanitarian situations.
02
Machine Gunner, 0331
Provide basic medicine and assist medics in treatment of diving related illnesses, injuries associated with deep sea diving and hyperbaric conditions
Home
BAck
Infantryman, 11B
A Marine infantryman fights as part of a small team (a fire team), performing patrols across varied terrain to find and observe enemy activity and defend positions by establishing security posts. They train constantly in weapons handling, marksmanship, physical fitness, communication, and teamwork, and they navigate and share information using maps, compasses, and radios while keeping their weapons and gear maintained and mission-ready.
+info
Home
BAck
Machine GUnner
A Marine machine gunner operates medium and heavy machine guns to support their squad or platoon, providing powerful covering fire to protect teammates and selecting and setting up optimal fighting positions for defense or attack. They transport, maintain, and care for machine guns, tripods, and ammunition, train regularly in shooting, teamwork, communication, and fitness, assist leaders in planning how to employ firepower effectively, and remain ready to operate across all environments—urban, desert, jungle, or mountain.
+info
Home
BAck
Mortarman
A Marine mortarman sets up, aims, and fires 60mm or 81mm mortars to deliver indirect fire against enemy positions out of direct line of sight, supporting riflemen and machine gunners with timely firepower. Working closely as a team, they calculate firing data using maps, coordinates, and comms, move and emplace mortar systems quickly across varying environments, and maintain mortars, ammunition, and equipment to keep them clean, functional, and ready for action.
+info
Home
BAck
Health and Human Services career paths
Career & Life Counselor
Hospital Corpsman
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Hospital Corpsman
A Marine Corpsman provides lifesaving medical care to Marines in the field and during combat, delivering first aid and emergency treatment under pressure. They also treat illnesses and minor injuries during training or deployments, assist doctors and nurses in medical facilities or aboard ships, and ensure their unit’s medical supplies and equipment are properly maintained. In addition, they train Marines in basic first aid and combat lifesaving skills, helping prepare every Marine to respond effectively in emergencies.
+info
Home
BAck
Career and Life Counselor
A Marine Career and Life Counselor helps Marines plan and achieve their professional and personal goals by providing guidance on career paths, training opportunities, and education programs such as college courses, tuition assistance, and certifications. They offer advice on leadership development, time management, and goal setting to support personal growth, and assist Marines transitioning to civilian life by helping them explore new career options, prepare résumés, and apply to schools or training programs.
+info
Home
BAck
Support Services career paths
Legal Services Specialist
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
Cyber security Technician
Click the arrow beside the career path you would like to explore
Home
BAck
Legal Services Specialist
A Marine Legal Services Specialist supports the Marine Corps’ legal operations by preparing and organizing official documents such as wills, contracts, and court records. They assist in military trials by managing evidence, scheduling witnesses, and maintaining accurate case records. Additionally, they help fellow Marines understand their legal rights and responsibilities while ensuring all legal files are properly maintained, accurate, and secure.
+info
Home
BAck
Motor Vehicle Mechanic
A Marine Motor Vehicle Mechanic ensures the reliability and safety of military vehicles by inspecting trucks, jeeps, and other equipment to confirm they’re mission-ready. They perform repairs on engines, brakes, transmissions, and electrical systems, and conduct regular maintenance such as oil changes, tune-ups, and part replacements to prevent breakdowns. Using both traditional hand tools and advanced diagnostic technology, they identify and fix mechanical issues to keep the Marine Corps’ vehicles operating at peak performance.
+info
Home
BAck
Cyber Security Technician
A Marine Cyber Security Technician protects the Marine Corps’ digital networks and information systems by developing and enforcing security policies, plans, and procedures. They design and implement safeguards such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems, respond to security incidents, and conduct computer forensics when threats arise. Their duties also include performing vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with government security standards, and maintaining the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of critical data. Additionally, they advise commanders on the security status of communications and information systems to support mission readiness in the cyber domain.
+info
Home
BAck
Navy Brief History
During World War I, the U.S. Navy rapidly expanded to protect Allied shipping from German U-boat attacks. It deployed combat and escort vessels. The Navy also played a critical role establishing early naval intelligence operations.
The U.S. Navy advanced technologically with nuclear-powered ships, aircraft carriers, and submarines. It continues to project American power globally, maintain maritime security, and respond to conflicts and humanitarian crises worldwide.
1939-1945
1775-1783
The Navy became a decisive force, dominating both theaters. Key achievements included aircraft carrier operations, submarine warfare, amphibious landings, and supporting major battles such as Midway and Normandy, cementing the Navy’s status as a global power.
The Continental Congress established the Continental Navy in 1775 to fight British forces during the American Revolution, laying the foundation for the modern U.S. Navy.
Cold War to Present
1914-1918
Home
BAck
Marines Brief History
Marines have been central to rapid-response operations, including Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, while continuing to refine amphibious warfare, expeditionary capabilities, and global readiness.
Marines participated in key actions such as the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and overseas interventions, establishing a reputation for rapid deployment and amphibious capabilities.
1775-1783
1960
The Marine Corps played pivotal roles in World War I, particularly at Belleau Wood, earning the name Devil Dogs. Became famous for its island-hopping campaigns in the Pacific during World War II.
Cold War to Present
The Continental Marines were established in 1775 to serve as shipboard infantry, fighting in naval battles and supporting the American Revolution.
1800s
Home
BAck
Other Military Branches
Click the icon to the left of the service you would like to explore
Army/Air National guard
Marine Reserves
The U.S. National Guard serves as a reserve military force that supports both state and federal missions, responding to domestic emergencies and national defense operations.
The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve provides trained units and qualified individuals ready to support active-duty Marines during national emergencies, crises, or wartime operations.
Coast Guard
Airforce Reserves
The U.S. Coast Guard protects the nation’s maritime interests by conducting search and rescue, law enforcement, environmental protection, and homeland security missions on oceans, coasts, and waterways.
The U.S. Air Force Reserve provides trained airmen and units ready to support active-duty operations in air, space, and cyberspace during missions, emergencies, or wartime.
Space Force
US Maritime Service
The U.S. Maritime Service trains officers and personnel to support the nation’s merchant marine and ensure the safe, efficient operation of ships during peace and war.
The U.S. Space Force organizes, trains, and equips forces to protect American interests and ensure freedom of operation in space.
Home
BAck