Talk
it through.
Questions about pay, jobs, school, or whether you even qualify: ask them straight. Reaching out does not enlist you, and there is no pressure on any of these. Pick whichever way is easiest.
Start with the official form
The official U.S. Army eligibility form is how every breakdown starts. It takes a few minutes, this page collects none of your form answers, and sending it does not enlist you. If you are 17, enlisting needs written parent or guardian consent.
Start the official eligibility formOr just reach out
Call or text. 240-328-0252.
Email. [email protected]
Book a call. Pick a time that works for you. Book a call
Ask a question. Not ready for the form? Questions sent 8am–8pm Eastern get an answer within the hour; after hours, within 12 hours.
Where. SSG Zach Oppelt, U.S. Army recruiter. Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, recruiting nationwide. Everything can be done by phone and video.
Want me at your school?
School visits run through your school's college and career counselor. Ask yours about bringing an Army recruiter to your school, and they will set it up with me.
Find me everywhere All platforms live
Same breakdowns, same numbers, on whichever platform you already use. Follow one or follow all of them.
Instagram
@armyrecruiter.zach · Reels, carousels, and the numbers
Reels and carousels live here. Myth vs fact, career comparisons and the numbers behind each option.
Threads
@armyrecruiter.zach
Short takes, Q&A threads and quick answers to the questions people actually ask.
Facebook
@ssgoppelt
The same breakdowns and posts, over on Facebook.
TikTok
@armyrecruiter.zach
Short videos, same as Instagram, posted here too.
YouTube
@ssgoppelt
Longer breakdowns and the full videos live here.