Civilian Careers

SFA military science civilian careers

Careers and Alumni

Valuable skills for any career path

You want to be at the top of your game when you graduate, and that means learning skills that you can use in the real world. The leadership skills, confidence and team-building concepts you will develop in ROTC can provide amazing depth to any profession where employees who take charge, make decisions and contribute to the company’s mission are a valued commodity. 

ROTC complements all majors and adds dimension to your resume, even if you’re not planning to pursue a career in the military.

Military science students use their valuable leadership skills in a variety of fields and industries, including engineering, music, psychology or law enforcement.

What kinds of jobs can I pursue after studying military science?

Even if you don’t choose a career path in the military, ROTC will provide valuable skills that complement any degree program or career choice, including:

  • Agricultural and food scientist
  • Biochemist
  • Environmental scientist
  • Fish and game warden
  • Nurse
  • Operations research analyst
  • Political scientist

The United States Army Reserve

The Army Reserve is used in support of the United States active duty Army. The Army Reserve allows you the flexibility to train close to your home and pursue your career goals while still serving your country. You are required to train one weekend a month and two weeks a year. You can start your Army Reserve career while at SFA and earn additional money through the Simultaneous Membership Program. Army Reserve officer obligation is eight years. 

The United States Army National Guard

The United States Army National Guard allows you the flexibility to train close to your home, supports the active duty Army and requires you to train one weekend out of the month and two weeks out of the year. The National Guard also supports state-level missions such as flood and hurricane relief. You can start your Army National Guard career while at SFA and earn additional money through the Simultaneous Membership Program. Army National Guard officer obligation is eight years.

Lumberjacks make great leaders

SFA’s ROTC offers classes and field training activities that will help you develop the real-world leadership skills you’ll need to succeed in your career and your life. While some of our graduates choose to pursue military careers after graduation, many of our ROTC and military science students pursue careers in the civilian world, in industries ranging from business and finance to law enforcement and nursing.

Check out what some of our former ROTC and military science students are doing with their skills and training.