Join the West Point Team There are a number of ways for those both in and out of uniform to join the team at West Point to support the Academy's mission and the local community. Join the West Point Team There are a number of ways for those both in and out of uniform to join the team at West Point to support the Academy's mission and the local community. Join the Team That Shapes Leaders of Character At the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, it takes a diverse team of dedicated professionals—military and civilian, faculty and staff, mentors and volunteers—to build, educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets. Whether you are an officer, NCO, civilian educator, staff member, or community liaison, your role contributes directly to preparing future leaders of character who will serve our nation with honor. From teaching in classrooms and mentoring on the field, to ensuring the systems that support a world-class campus run smoothly, West Point offers opportunities to make a lasting impact while serving a mission greater than yourself. Graduate School for Officers Start your application Ways to JoinFrom teaching in classrooms and mentoring on the field, to ensuring the systems that support a world-class campus run smoothly, West Point offers opportunities to make a lasting impact while serving a mission greater than yourself. Commissioned Officers Serving at West Point is more than an assignment—it’s an opportunity to shape the next generation of Army leaders. Whether you join as rotating faculty, a Tactical Officer, or permanent faculty, you’ll combine your operational experience with academic excellence to educate, develop, and inspire the Corps of Cadets. Explore opportunities for commissioned officers Civilians At West Point, civilian faculty and staff play an essential role in educating cadets and ensuring the Academy runs as both a world-class college and a military installation. From teaching in the classroom to supporting the systems that keep the campus thriving, civilians are integral to the mission of developing leaders of character for the Army and the Nation. Explore opportunities for civilians Non-commissioned Officers As the first NCOs cadets encounter, Tactical Noncommissioned Officers set the standard for discipline, leadership, and character at West Point. In this pivotal role, you will mentor, train, and inspire future Army officers while advancing your own professional and educational development. Explore opportunities for non-commissioned officers Volunteer Opportunities Whether serving as a Military Academy Liaison Officer mentoring candidates, joining the West Point Association of Graduates to guide the Long Gray Line, or strengthening bonds through the 50-Year Affiliation Program, you’ll play a vital role in connecting past, present, and future generations of Army leaders. Explore volunteer opportunities "I wouldn't trade the experience and opportunities I had as a faculty member for any other Army assignment." Teaching at West Point Teaching at West Point is centered on developing leaders of character prepared to serve the nation. Our faculty—an exceptional blend of experienced military officers and accomplished civilian scholars from leading universities—bring both academic expertise and real-world perspective to ensure cadets are challenged, inspired, and prepared for a lifetime of service and leadership. Learn more about teaching at West Point Explore military faculty opportunities Hear from former military faculty on their experience Explore civilian faculty opportunities Mentoring Tomorrow's Leaders Volunteers are essential to West Point’s mission of developing leaders of character for the Nation. Explore volunteer opportunities Advanced Training for Non-Commissioned Officers Learn more about the Benavidez Leader Development Program Follow West Point Keep up with what's happening at the U.S. Military Academy right now.