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Translation/Interpretation

Language Analysis

Linguistics

Diplomacy

Law 

Civil Service

Foreign Service

Immigration/Naturalization

Customs

Non-Profit/ Public Interest Law

Intelligence

Security & Protection

Law Enforcement

Journalism/Broadcasting

 Legal Assistant

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EMPLOYERS

Federal government organizations including:
Overseas aid agencies

Intelligence & law enforcement agencies:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation
    Central Intelligence Agency
    Drug Enforcement Administration

Department of State

Homeland Security including:

  • US Customs and Border Patrol
    US Citizenship and Immigration Services

Department of Defense including:

  • US Armed Forces
    National Guard
    National Security Agency

Department of Commerce

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Peace Corps, VISTA, Americorps
Library of Congress
Voice of America
US District Courts

STRATEGIES

  • Complete an internship with a federal agency and maintain a high GPA to be a more competitive candidate.
  • Learn government job application procedures. Plan to apply early and check frequently about job vacancies.
  • Participate in campus organizations and activities that promote interaction with international students.
  • Live abroad and gain knowledge of politics and economics to prepare for a career in this field.
  • Increase knowledge of geography, history and international affairs.
  • Join the armed forces as a way to gain experience.
  • Consider earning a graduate degree for more job opportunities.

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HELPFUL LINKS

United States Department of State Careers
Foreign & Domestic Service Jobs, Internships & Fellowships.

United States Federal Bureau of Investigation 
Resources for Students including Internships & future Careers.

United States Central Intelligence Agency
Language Opportunities including training and proficiency. 

United States CIA Language Instructor
Career Opportunities as a Foreign Language Instructor.

Homeland Security
Hiring programs for students and recent graduates.

Peace Corps 
Student opportunities and fellowships.

Foreign Service Institute
Training institution for U.S. Foreign Affairs.

USA Jobs
Official job site of the United States Federal Government.