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There are many excellent career options in the ADF that don&rsquo;t require experience or qualifications. You&rsquo;ll receive all the training you need and be paid while you train.
Who it&rsquo;s for:&nbsp;Those wanting a part-time role that doesn&rsquo;t require previous experience.

You'll be paid to train and on completion of your Initial Military Training and Initial Employment Training, you’ll earn a tax-free daily rate of at least:

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The pay you receive in the Army Reserve goes straight into your pocket with no deductions for tax.

General Entry: Non-technical Reserve

Course: Royal Australian Infantry Initial Employment Training (IET) Module 2 
Duration: 14 days 
Location:&nbsp;With your posted unit 
You&rsquo;ll learn how to operate as a rifleman in Offensive, Defensive and Stability Operations while maintaining battle fitness, and participating in section and platoon operations using the in-service rifle and Light Support Weapon (LSW).

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As a part-time Infantry Soldier, you’ll work as part of a cohesive team to locate the enemy and gather information through patrolling and surveillance. Once the enemy is located, infantry soldiers are the first to deploy. You’re tasked with capturing the enemy, holding ground or repelling attack using a variety of equipment and tactics while working with the support from soldiers from the Artillery, Armoured and other corps. 

Infantry Soldiers train to both operate independently, and as part of Combined Arms teams with soldiers of other trades and specialties. As Infantry teams are responsible for their own security and the maintenance of fighting capability at all times, you’ll be responsible for a range of tasks. 

This is an opportunity to challenge yourself and do something out of the ordinary. You’ll experience a new level of physical strength and mental fortitude, while travelling within Australia and overseas, with a team of lifelong friends.

Get ready to challenge yourself with a hands-on role full of adventure. Become a highly skilled soldier, trained to fight the enemy at close quarters in all phases of warfare, using high-tech equipment and weaponry. 

This role relies heavily on skilled tactics, effective teamwork and the ability to adapt to unfamiliar situations and environments. Whether you’re positioned on the front line of the battlefield, providing security for other units or conducting a humanitarian mission, you’ll be relied upon to perform your role in challenging conditions, night and day. No matter the situation, you and your team will be expected to use the skills you’ve learnt to complete your mission. 

This is a demanding role, so it's important you're prepared both mentally and physically. You’ll be working in unique environments where no 2 days are the same, but every day will be rewarding as you play a key role in protecting Australia.

Experience comradery, mateship and build on your existing skills as part of a highly trained, platoon-sized team, receiving advanced weaponry training in this part-time role.

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Benefits you won't see anywhere else

You’ll enjoy the following:

Great salary from day one, which increases with experience

Tax-free pay

Travel opportunities

Fully paid training

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