Now, I'm not talking about a desk job with the FBI, but a more active and physical job. Like undercover work, intelligence gathering, and the like. I know the critical skills, but I can't figure out the best path for getting into the type of FBI work I want to do.
2006-07-15 17:37:30 · 12 answers · asked by Link 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The position you are looking for is called Special Agent. According to the FBI, accounting or finance, law, computer science, or language are the preferred choices of degrees for those positions. Other requirements include being at least 23 and not over 37, a citizen, and having a valid driver's license. They appear to have done away with the requirement for law enforcement experience, but still give preference to it.
There is more information available on their website, linked below.
2006-07-15 17:46:13 · answer #1 · answered by Steve R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Becoming an FBI Special Agent is a very competitive process. Below are some minimum requirements to become an FBI Special Agent.
You must be a U.S. citizen or a citizen of the Northern Mariana Islands. You must be at least 23 years of age, but younger than 37 upon your appointment as a Special Agent. Age waivers may be granted to preference eligible veterans who have surpassed their 37th birthday. You must possess a four-year degree from a college or university accredited by one of the regional or national institutional associations recognized by the United States Secretary of Education. You must have at least three years of professional work experience. You must also possess a valid driver's license and be completely available for assignment anywhere in the FBI's jurisdiction.
Any degrees that develop research and analytical skills are desirable educational backgrounds for FBI Special Agent candidates. Whatever major you choose, make the most of your time and money. Choose a school that is properly accredited, get the highest grade point average that you can, participate in a couple extracurricular activities, get a good internship, and do some regular volunteer work. Consider getting an advanced degree. You don't have to have military experience to become an FBI Special Agent, but it could help in some cases. Getting law enforcement officer jobs is becoming more and more competitive. Do whatever you can to make yourself the best candidate that you can. For example, don't do anything illegal, maintain a good reputation, keep a good driving record, don't get bad credit, improve all of your communication skills as much as possible, and become as physically fit as you can.
2013-11-17 13:11:20 · answer #2 · answered by J.W. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The FBI does not recommend particular courses or schools. Any degrees that develop research and analytical skills are desirable educational backgrounds. For example, a Law degree is a desirable asset because Special Agents are charged with investigating violations of federal laws of the United States; an Accounting degree is also desirable because Special Agents trace financial transactions and review/analyze complex accounting records in criminal investigations; an Engineering degree is desirable because Special Agents often have to critically analyze large amounts of information in order to plan the next steps in an investigation; etc.
2006-07-15 17:51:35 · answer #3 · answered by Teresa 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have to pick one specific degree, go with criminal justice. Along with those courses, make sure you take any forensic science courses and chemistry courses that may be available. Also, look into taking some psychology courses, such as abnormal, developmental, adolescent, and motivational psychology. These classes will help you talk to people and help you develop techniques for extracting necessary information from them.
2006-07-15 17:47:18 · answer #4 · answered by lucid_anomaly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
International Studies/ Political Science...along with foreign languages
2006-07-15 17:41:44 · answer #5 · answered by Eloise2u 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They love accountants and lawyers. It shows an analytical mind and great thought processes.....you definatly need alot of language skills...Good Luck! It is a fine Career!
2006-07-15 17:43:42 · answer #6 · answered by bbpip 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
a Law degree
2006-07-15 17:43:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
computer science and a language would be great for a bachelors degree. Or you could join the military.
2006-07-15 17:40:08 · answer #8 · answered by Mary the mellifluous 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
check out their websites and look at the available jobs. that would give you an idea of qualifications.
http://www.fbijobs.gov/
this makes u do the mouse work, but hope it helps.
2006-07-15 17:42:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you visited their web site? They list jobs and requirements.
2006-07-15 17:41:56 · answer #10 · answered by -Tequila17 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋