The Navy Reserve is a force of highly trained men and women available to meet the expanded needs of the regular Navy. Together, the Navy and the Navy Reserve employ specialists in many skills, working together for national security and to support the nation's interests around the world.

If enlisting in a permanent pay grade, enlistment is for two, three, four, five, six or eight years. If enlisting in a temporary pay grade, the length is for three, four, five, six or eight years. A Navy Reserve contract can be extended by 12‑month periods, not to exceed 48 months. Length of enlistment applies to veterans of the Navy and all other services. See similar questions...

Reservists must attend at least 90 percent of assigned training sessions and at least 12 days of AT each year (waivable for medical). See similar questions...

A Navy Reservist usually attends training sessions with a Reserve unit one weekend a month. Once a year reservists go on annual training (AT) for about two weeks at either a shore location, with an aviation squadron, or aboard ship. See similar questions...

Yes. They realize their Naval Reserve employee is learning the most up-to-date, high-tech methods that will help him or her develop skills to become a more effective worker and leader in the civilian work force. The National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is an organization dedicated to fostering a solid working relationship between employers and the Reserve components of the military. See similar questions...

Enlisted reservists can apply for the Reserve Limited Duty Officer Program or, if qualified, apply for a direct commission. It's best to have a rating that directly pertains to the designator for which they are applying. See similar questions...

You must complete various questionnaires (e.g., daily 5 minute reports), take the appropriate placebo and medications, have your treating physician oversee your progress and participate in two in-clinic sessions. Also, keep in mind that this is a voluntary study; you are free to quit any time. See similar questions...

Each claim is unique, and the claims process for each claim will be a bit different, but there are several things you should keep in mind for your protection: You have a joint fiduciary responsibility to both the Insurer, Groupama, and your client for whom you insured the shipment. An overview of your rights and obligations is available in our "Logistics Guide to Insurance" in our Ocean Marine Brochure or available on our web site: http://www.allenins.com/logistic-ins-guide. See similar questions...

Air Force personnel have to shave as described above. Navy personnel may make application to grow a beard. If/when granted they are then NOT ALLOWED to shave for a set period. See similar questions...