United States Marine Corps Careers and Info

Current General Commandant: James F. Amos

Status: Active

The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is primarily responsible for projecting power via sea. It was established in 1775 and their official colors are scarlet and gold. Their nickname is also “The Few,” and “The Proud.” Their official mascot is also the English bulldog. They have 202,779 active members and 40,000 reserve members. The USMC is part of both the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy. The United States Marine Corp is one of the largest in the world.

The Marine Corps is under the commandment of Gen. James F. Amos and Gen. Joseph F. Duford Jr., as well as SMMC Michael P. Barrett. Their capabilities include expansionary, air ground combined arms task force, and capable of forcible entry from air, land, and sea.

United States Marines Corps Careers

If you’re interested in a United States Marine Corps career, check out the opportunities below:

• Specialty
• Infantry
• Logistics
• Field Artillery: Occupational Field
• Utilities: Occupational Field
• Engineer, Construction, Equipment & Shore Party
• Printing & Reproduction
• Tank & Emphibian tractor
• Ordnance
• Ammunition & Explosives Ordnance Disposal
• Signal Intelligence
• Data/Communications Maintenance
• Supply Administrations & Operations
• Transportation
• Food Service

United States Marines Corps Culture

A major part of the United States Marines Corps career is their traditions and symbols. Their main core values are simple: honor, courage, and commitment. They are held to highest of standards and are responsible for holding up a legacy of excellence and service. Check out our jobs page for more information on working at United States Marine Corps.