Great job out of college - Naval Officer US Navy Employee Review

3.0
Jan 11, 2009
Recommend
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Pros

Great opportunities for management and leadership. Unique travel experiences. There is a lot of prestige being a Naval Officer and one feels like they are contributing to something bigger than themselves. Great camaraderie in the workplace.

Cons

Promotion is timing based, not merit-based which is soul-crushing. Work life balance is terrible.

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5.0
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Pros

Pay is good for entry

Cons

Having to work long hours

5.0
Jun 3, 2026
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Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

It is what you make out of it. You'll have good days and bad days. It's all dependent on your leadership. That can make or break the command. Medical is free, but can take a while to get seen. You'll meet a lot of new people and could travel around the world depending on your duty station. Education benefits and training.

Cons

Medical can take a while to get seen, unless it's an emergency. If you're single, the pay isn't that great, but you don't have to much to worry about for bills if you live on base. If you're on sea duty billet, your work life balance will be terrible.

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