This is a benefit available only for those with no previous military experience. In order to be eligible, you must agree to be trained in a job which has been identified as critically needed and be in a unit which has been identified as one with a critical need. A listing of these units, and those jobs which have been identified as critical, in the Baton Rouge, LA, area, are identified on another page. It may also include additional, specialized training, such as language school. Of course, any bonus payment would be delayed until the completion of the final phase of training.
All bonus payments are taxable.