MEPS Job Selection and Enlistment 5

Question 1

What is the 'Job Board' at MEPS?

Accepted Answer

A real-time computer system showing currently available military job openings

Answer

The Job Board is a real-time database system at MEPS that shows which military occupational specialties currently have open slots for new recruits.

Question 2

How do enlistment bonuses affect a recruit's tax obligations?

Accepted Answer

Enlistment bonuses are taxable income unless earned in a combat zone

Answer

Enlistment bonuses are generally subject to federal income tax, but if earned while serving in a designated combat zone, they may be tax-exempt.

Question 3

What is 'Future Soldier Training' during the DEP period primarily designed to do?

Accepted Answer

Prepare recruits physically and mentally while they await their ship date

Answer

Future Soldier Training (or similar DEP activities) helps recruits stay physically fit, informed about military life, and prepared for Basic Training while they wait to ship.

Question 4

A recruit who changes their mind about enlisting while in the DEP can typically do what?

Accepted Answer

Request a discharge from the DEP, which is usually granted without penalty

Answer

DEP discharges are routinely granted because DEP members are in the Inactive Reserve and have not yet reported for active duty, making involuntary retention impractical.

Question 5

What role does a recruit's physical profile (PULHES) play in job selection?

Accepted Answer

It identifies physical limitations that may restrict eligibility for certain MOSs

Answer

The PULHES physical profile rates six physical categories (Physical capacity, Upper extremities, Lower extremities, Hearing, Eyes, Psychiatric) and certain MOS assignments require specific minimum ratings.

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS - Military Entrance Processing Stations Practice Test

MEPS Job Selection and Enlistment 5