can i be an FBI agent even thou.......?

Question

i am not residing in the USA, i am not a US Citizen, no police/military background coz I am interested in a Linguistic position, can I work at home translating conversations? its like i am a field agent part time?... just curious

Answer 1

No, agents are all attorneys or accountants, and they are US citizens. It is possible you could get a job working at home translating conversations, but it would not be for the FBI. Might be for a local private investigator or attorney. Does it have to be for the FBI? Or are you just very young, and still don't think of real jobs, but only imaginary "wouldn't it be cool if" ones?

Believe it; there are real jobs at least as interesting as most imaginary ones, and some of them pay very well. Of those some of them are ones you would like to do. But it takes research, and it sometimes takes additional (post high-school, at least) education. Not always, but many do. Even if only a shorter training period, like the 18-week course in Office Administration (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite and extras) I just completed.

I have a friend who works as an interpreter for the court system, and still has time to do considerable work on the side in translating and interpreting. Knowing at least two languages fluently is an important marketable skill. What do you REALLY want to do with it?

Answer 2

You must be a U.S. citizen or a citizen of the Northern Mariana Islands. Becoming an FBI Special Agent is a very competitive process. Below are some of the other minimum requirements.

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.

Get at least a 4 year college degree from a properly accredited college or university. Accounting, computer science, a foreign language, or law might be the best majors to choose. Whatever major you choose, make the most of your time and money in college. Get the highest grade point average that you can, participate in a couple extracurricular activities, get a good internship, do some regular volunteer work, don't do anything illegal, and maintain a good reputation. Consider getting an advanced degree. Become as knowledgeable as you can about your field of study. Get a few years of professional work experience related to your college major. 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, keep a good driving record, don't get bad credit, improve all of your communication skills as much as possible, practice to improve your observation and memory skills, and become as physically fit as you can.

Answer 3

Well, FBI agents and cops don't murder people, for a start. In Christian countries, most of the police are also Christian.

Answer 4

Yes, but you must become a citizen. It depends on the language, and your background. And by that I mean your honesty, educational, and group affiliations. And also your age.
The languages in demand are Chinese, Farsi, Arabic, and Russian. Check with the local embassy. It helps if you have a computer background also.

Answer 5

Dear Mr. Itsyouitsme,

Thank you for your interest in the United States of America. We regret to inform you that we are not presently accepting applications for the position "Foreign Spy/Double Agent". We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors.

Sincerely,
Uncle Sam

PS: May we suggest that you forward a copy of your resume to the Russian and Iranian governments. We understand they are in need of moles.

Answer 6

Linguistics is a highly sought after area, but some of your other attibutes might play against you. I think there would be more to the job than sitting home translating things.

Answer 7

If you speak Arabic or Russian or Chinese, they may be interested, but you'd be better off in the CIA. YOU"D still have to pass their security check and go through their school.

Answer 8

Go to the FBI website and ask.
They will spam your e-mail with offers to make money.

Answer 9

check the FBI's website. Prolly FBI.gov or google or yahoo search it.

Answer 10

probably not, we don't usually hire double agents...but keep trying, Bush may get his rule pushed thru to let you spy on us & them at the same time!