You find a recruiter, talk to them about why you want to join the Navy, take the ASVAB, then go to MEPS (military entrance processing station), then take the oath (that you will serve the country), and go to bootcamp.
I applied in-person. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at US Navy in Jan 2017
Interview
Took a long time to process. Lots of paperwork. Also doctor looking at you body. Very invasive and takes a long time. Would not recommend, its definitely not for everyone.
I applied in-person. The process took 8 months. I interviewed at US Navy (Atlanta, GA) in Jan 2017
Interview
Pick your rate, pick your fate. Get into a rate that you would enjoy learning about and one that you could see yourself excelling in. You will do a lot of different types of work, but your advancement will be competitive in the rate you choose.