Check that you meet basic requirements for age, citizenship or legal residency, education, and physical fitness
Gather required documents such as a government-issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, and education records
Contact a local Army recruiter or submit an inquiry through the official Army recruiting website
Meet with the recruiter to discuss eligibility, job options, and enlistment goals
Take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery if required
Complete the medical examination and background screening at a Military Entrance Processing Station
Choose an Army job, enlistment term, and any available bonuses or incentives
Review and sign the enlistment contract carefully
Take the oath of enlistment
Receive your ship date for basic training
Prepare for Basic Combat Training and follow all instructions from your recruiter