1. Home
  2. Careers
  3. US Military

Enlisting in the Air Force

By , About.com Guide

8 of 10

Taking the Oath!

Recruits are sworn into the Delayed Enlistment Program at the Military Entrance Processing Station at Fort Lee, Va.

Official DOD Photo

You're almost done! All you have left to do is to go over your contract and enlistment options and take the Oath of Enlistment to enlist in the Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP).

A counselor will go over your contract with you line-by-line. Don't get too wrapped up in the DEP contract, because what really counts is the final enlistment contract, which you will sign on the day you ship out to basic training. This is because the DEP contract is probably going to have several omissions, especially if you haven't been assigned to a job, yet. Certain enlistment incentives (such as enlistment bonuses) cannot be included in the contract until your job is known. Additionally, your active duty shipping date won't be known until your job is assigned.

Detailed Information:

Explore US Military
About.com Special Features

The Best Job Search Websites

A list of the best places on the web to find job listings and job search help. More >

How to Write a Cover Letter

Looking for a new job? Use these tips and put your best foot forward. More >

  1. Home
  2. Careers
  3. US Military
  4. Joining the Military
  5. Joining the Air Force
  6. Taking the Oath!

©2010 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.