The different career opportunities offered by the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force Reserves include:

- Auto and Diesel Mechanics
- Medical Aides
- Machinist
- Nurses
- Welders
- Paramedics
- Straighteners and Painters
- Musicians
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Electricians (Auto and Household)
- Shipwright /Carpenters
- Cooks
- Outboard Engine Mechanics
- Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Technicians
- Masons/Plumbers
- Storekeepers
- Typist/Clerks
- Switchboard Operators
- Radio Technicians
- Computer Technicians
- Stewards
- Seaman
- Tailors
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
On enlistment Candidates will be required to sign, a Contractual Agreement for an initial period of three (3) and to successfully complete six (6) weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and a twenty-one (21) days of Basic Training. On successful completion of the initial period of At the end of recruit training, the civilians who joined see themselves as potential soldiers with an enthusiasm to serve their country in this capacity, and look forward to Passing out Parade and the wearing of the red beret.
The issue and subsequent wearing of the red beret signifies the right of passage from recruit to Reservist, as only trained Reservists are allowed to wear the red beret.
| Location | Number | ||
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT DFHQ | 868 | 634 | 4557 |
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT TTCG | 868 | 634 | 4235 |
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT TTAG | 868 | 669 | 3877 |
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT REGIMENT | 868 | 622 | 4482 |
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT HART'S CUT | 868 | 634 | 4414 |
| ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT RESERVES | 868 | 634 | 1932 |
| WELFARE UNIT (CAMP)ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT | 868 | 623 | 7687 |
Important Links
| Ministry of National Security |
| Ministry of Youth Affairs |
| Ministry of Health |