Before You Apply
If you are interested in becoming a Special Agent, you should ask yourself:
- Am I prepared to carry a firearm and use it if necessary?
- Have I followed the law, even when it wasn't popular to do so?
- Am I physically capable of managing dangerous or potentially life-threatening situations?
- Do I consider more than the superficial or apparent solution when it comes to solving problems?
- Do I take initiative and adapt to constantly changing situations without being told what to do?
- Does my family support my becoming a federal law enforcement officer?
Know the answer before you apply.
Fidelity—Bravery—Integrity
The Special Agent position is more than a job. As a threat-based and intelligence-driven national security organization, the FBI's mission is to protect and defend the United States against terrorists and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to render assistance to federal, state, municipal, and international law enforcement and intelligence partners around the world.
The Special Agent position is more than a job. As a threat-based and intelligence-driven national security organization, the FBI's mission is to protect and defend the United States against terrorists and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to render assistance to federal, state, municipal, and international law enforcement and intelligence partners around the world.
In order to succeed, the FBI needs talented and motivated individuals to accept the challenging and rewarding opportunity to serve their country and communities.
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