Infantry soldier
Also called sniper, rifleman, infantryman
Infantry soldiers fight in combat missions or provide aid in peacekeeping missions and other humanitarian services. They handle weapons and provide defence services where they are required, and attempt to complete missions while causing minimal harm.
What you'd do
Perform military operationsEnsure compliance with types of weaponsProvide humanitarian aidHandle surveillance equipmentIdentify security threats+ 3 more essential skills
Will there be jobs?
There is no forecast for this group of jobs in the EU.
Right now
7 of 27 countries report a shortage of armed forces occupations, other ranks, 3 a surplus.
Armed forces occupations, other ranks · EURESWhat does it pay?
There is no pay estimate for this group in the EU.
Among armed forces occupations in the EU, women earn 17% less per hour than men. Armed forces occupations · Eurostat
What do I need to study?
Basic schoolingMost people start with basic schooling and learn on the job.
Field that teaches it
Military and defence
Vocational route, EU
4 in 10 trainees in this field
Pick a country at the top of the page to see where to study and the official course finders.
Will AI change it?
The ILO does not score this group of jobs.