Part-time service. Full-time benefits.

Rhode Island National Guard

ALWAYS READY. ALWAYS THERE.

Protect what matters most to you!

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

Are you committed to make a difference and help those in need?

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Part-time service, Lifelong benefits

Serve Your State. Defend Your Nation.

The Army National Guard is a part-time state-based military component that serves a dual mission. Each Guard unit serves under the command of their state governor to respond to natural disasters or other state emergencies. In addition, Guard units can be activated to defend the nation when needed.

Each state, Washington D.C. and the U.S. territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, have their own Army National Guard units. There are 54 units in total.

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Your Future. Your Mission. Your Choice.

The Army National Guard gives you the power to choose a path that fits your goals and transforms your future. Whether you want to sharpen your skills or lead others toward success, there's a place for you.

  • Enlisted Soldier – Ready to become an expert in your field? If you have a high school diploma, GED, or are working toward one, this path lets you build real-world skills and launch a meaningful career.
     
  • Commissioned Officer – Want to take charge and lead with purpose? If you have a college degree or plan to earn one, this route empowers you to make critical decisions and inspire others.

Whichever path you choose, you're not just joining a team—you're stepping into a purpose.

ENLISTMENT TIMELINE

130+ Ways to Build the Life You Want.

With over 130 different jobs, you're sure to find a career that fits. From high-tech jobs like computer engineering to practical trade skills like construction, or even jobs where you get to blow things up, we have a place just for you.

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Armories and Recruiter Stations

  • 1/126th Aviation Battalion
    104 Airport Street, North Kingstown, RI., RI, RI
  • 169th Military Police Co
    104 Market St Warren RI, RI, RI
  • 243rd Regional Training Institute
    1 Chancellorsville Blvd Narragansett RI, RI, RI
  • 43rd MP Brigade
    541 Airport Rd Warwick RI, RI, RI
  • 56th Troop Command
    2814 South County Trail East Greenwich RI, RI, RI
  • 861st Engineer Company
    2841 South County Trail East Greenwich RI, RI, RI
  • 88th Army Band
    2841 South County Trail East Greenwich RI 02818, RI, RI
  • Battery A 1/103 Field Artillery
    1051 North Main St Providence RI, RI, RI
  • Battery B 1/103rd Field Artillery
    1189 Pound Hill Rd North Smithfield RI 02896, RI, RI
  • Battery C 1/103rd Field Artillery
    470 Metacom Ave Bristol RI, RI, RI
  • Co A 2/19th Special Forces Group
    106 Airpark Access Rd Middletown RI, RI, RI
  • F Co 1/126th Aviation
    104 Airport St North Kingstown RI, RI, RI
  • Joint Force HQ
    645 New London Ave Cranston RI, RI, RI
  • Medical Command
    330 Camp St Providence RI, RI, RI
  • Providence Recruiting Office
    212 Weybosset St Providence RI, RI, RI
  • Special Operations Detachment - Global (SOD-G)
    570 Read SchoolHouse Rd Coventry RI 02816, RI, RI
  • Warwick Recruiting Office
    1016 Centerville Rd Warwick RI, RI, RI

Education And Tuition

State Tuition Assistance
FREE COLLEGE to URI, RIC, CCRI! 

GI BILL AND KICKER 
Earn $375 a month for attending school full time! Earn an additional $350 with Kicker for a total of $725 in benefits paid to you! 

Save in Annual Tuition Costs 
$4,320-$14,138 for State Schools 

Annual Federal Tuition Assistance 
$4,500 for Non State Schools 

Colleges with ROTC Programs
URI and Providence College 

Federal TA Website Link
ArmyIgnitED

Education Service Officer (ESO)

Contact Name:
CPT Ardy Jagne

Contact Phone:
(401) 275-4109

Contact Email:
ardy.p.jagne.mil@army.mil

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Career Opportunities

$20,000 Bonus for 13B Cannon Crew Member
$10,000 Bonus for 11B Infantry

Number of Units (UICs)
38

Top 10 Employers in the State
AAA, Amgen Inc., AMICA, Bank of America, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Citizens Bank, Cox Communications, CVS, RI Hospital, General Dynamics

Uncommon is Calling

It′s time to serve a bigger purpose.

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