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Originally Posted by BooneGA
I could end up Infantry (ideally) or Chemical simply based on what needs the Army has. The possibility of being stuck in a pogue job is very high, along with riding a desk after only a few years with feet on the ground.
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Yes, that is correct and everyone is subject to same rules of the needs of the Army, but branch assignments are made based on demonstrated potential for successful service in whatever branch you get. You still have an option by seeking a branch transfer after you have served the minimum amount of time in the assigned branch. However, your options will be limited if you fail to perform to the best of your ability even in "pogue jobs" if that is your initial fate. Regardless of your branch, everyone reaches that time when they have to "ride a desk" and even those jobs are important because your level of performance is going to impact on those who are depending on you to fullfill the responsibilities of a staff officer. No one likes them, but we all have been there. If you are successful in obtaining a commission, you will be too. The key is to do whatever you do to the best of your ability. Even if you are in charge of the mess kit repair platoon, your level of performance will pay dividends for both the soldiers for whom you are responsible and being looked upon as a can do troop when the opportunity comes for you to compete against your peers for a more favorable assignment. Remember the Army is a team, it has many players and many functions non of which are insignificant. Good luck in your goals and while I may just be reading more into your post than is there, I would lighten up a little on the attitude least some non-fighting, desk bound pogue cuts you some orders to be the Musk-Ox control officer in Rejiavick, Iceland.