FBI agents have demanding jobs with irregular hours, and they often need to tackle challenging assignments on the spur of the moment. FBI agent roles are suitable only for people who are adaptable, Sursi explains, not those who require a rigid routine. "You're definitely giving a little bit...
The jobs within the NCAVC typically require experience and demonstrated abilities as a Special Agent rather than specific degree majors. There are usually no set degree criteria, although job advertisements typically list an advanced degree in a Behavioral or Forensic Science as a "preferred qualificat...
Some agents decide to pursue doctoral degrees, giving them access to jobs in the highest echelons of the FBI. If you want to work in medicine, law, policy, or administration, a doctorate may serve you well. Common areas of study include political science, psychology, or behavioral sciences....
a strong forensic science program or a school that specializes in government affairs and international relations. Although the FBI is primarily alaw enforcement agencystudents who do their undergraduate
Earn a degree in Behavioral or Forensic Science if possible. While this is not a solid requirement for the position, it is preferred for agents to have one of these degrees. Experience, however, carries more weight. Apply for a position with the BAU through the FBI. This can be done thro...
A brief look at the FBI Cyber Careers page indicates a number jobs for cyber special agents, computer science specialists, information technology forensic examiners, and qualified candidates for cyber internships. The FBI is increasingly helping companies following major data breaches, cyberattacks from...
The degree you have, your personal experience and background all figure into the type of job you qualify for with the FBI. The FBI hires linguists, intelligence and forensic analysts, and law enforcement personnel for security at FBI locations. It also hires investigative specialists and people ...
The last point as I’ve remarked before is why forensic science although often involving science is actually not science. Toby Speight•March 21, 2013 6:19 AM A bit OT, but I can’t help wading into the US/UK terminology discussion. ...
Please note: The FBI will soon be hiring for hundreds of new jobs in the high-tech city of Huntsville, AL, where a new FBI Headquarters facility is under construction at the Redstone Arsenal, a 38,000-acre federal research, development, testing and engineering center that’s expected to be...
or criminal justice administration would be appropriate. If you want to work in the crime lab, a major in biology or forensic science and a minor in criminal justice would be more appropriate. Prior work experience in law enforcement is also a plus. Many agents worked in local or state poli...