FBI Female Special Agents: a powerful force in today's FBI

[turcioea]

@FBIAcademy I have three questions: I speak spanish fluently, hold a Masters in Criminal Justice, have been working for Child Protective Services for 6 years as an investigator; would I be considered a good candidate or should I get more experience? Would my wife be allowed to live with me while training at the FBI academy? When will applications for special agent begin to be accepted again? Thanks in advance.

[FBIAcademy]

@turcioea Your experience as an investigator and your language skills both are likely to make you a competitive candidate. If you have decided that a career as a Special Agent with the FBI is what you want to do, you should start applying now. The process can take a long time, and you must be 37 or younger when you enter on duty - so don't delay too long.

[turcioea]

I have three questions:

I am fluent in Spanish, hold a Masters in Criminal justice and have been a Child Protective Services Investigator for the past 6 years; would I be a highly recommended candidate for a special agent position or should I wait a few more years before I apply? (I'm 28 yrs old). While training at the FBI academy are recruits allowed to bring their wives to live with them? When can we expect the FBI to begin accepting applications for special agents again? Thanks in advance.

[FBIAcademy]

@turcioea Keep watching the website and follow the FBI's funding through Congress to get an idea about when the FBI will be able to hire more Special Agents.

Spouses CANNOT live with trainees while at the FBI Academy. You will have to plan on being apart most of the time during the 20+ week training program (longer if you have to repeat some portions) but you will have some opportunities to travel during holidays.

[beachgirlie07]

I want to apply for a position with the FBI after earning a graduate degree. I really want to get my PhD so that I can teach at the university level after years of field experience.

Would you suggest applying after earning my master's and working on my doctorate later on? Or would you suggest completing my doctorate and then applying? I'm just worried that I'd be too overqualified if I applied after earning a PhD...

[FBIAcademy]

@beachgirlie07 Quite a few Special Agents hold Masters and Doctorates when they enter on duty. You don't have to worry about any trouble being "overqualified" and not getting the job due to having an graduate degree. What is more important than education, however, is experience. You must be able to demonstrate professional experience and life experience to be highly competitive for the Special Agent position.

[TheScumper]

What Martial Arts do you teach for female agents..? Do you teach them, how to kill if it's needed, (AKA): pressure points, neck breaks ect..?

[FBIAcademy]

@TheScumper All Special Agents receive extensive instruction and practice in defensive tactics that emphasize self-defense against aggressors using the most practical techniques.

[Andiexoxox2]

im in middle school, i would like to major in criminology, can that degree make me become an fbi special agent? im also not an american citizen nor resident but i hope one day i will

[MiaLeonora]

Do you have to be a born-American citizen?

[FBIAcademy]

@MiaLeonora You must be a United States citizen - whether you were born in the USA or naturalized does not matter.

[OMGvp]

Okay, so I've made the decision to apply for the FBI after I graduate from college. (three more years to go) My major is criminal justice while my minor will be sociology. My question is am I going in the right direction towards the FBI with these degrees? As for professional work experience, I'm currently on my way towards being an EMT, which goes back to the first question, am I going in the right direction?

[FBIAcademy]

@OMGvp Much more important than your education is the work experience you gain. You should get an education that prepares you for professional work that you are passionate about, and then make yourself a good reputation as a leader and hard worker in your field. Not only will that serve you well in applying to be a Special Agent, but you will have an excellent career that you love if the FBI job doesn't work out.

[abigailL35]

Hi, may i ask what happen if a female trainee fell pregnant during the 21 week session should she stop?

[FBIAcademy]

@abigailL35 Special Agents of the FBI can take maternity leave, the same as other Federal employees. In addition, there is a part-time Special Agent program that allows new parents who wish to spend more time with their baby to maintain part-time employment for a period of time.

[ichigo3031]

I have been wanting to be an FBI Special Agent what major do i have to have in college to be a Special Agent

[marialuisabaltodano]

How do I know if my education and skills are better suited for the FBI or the DEA?

[FBIAcademy]

@marialuisabaltodano Which agency are you more interested in? If both, then apply for both and see which one offers you a job first.

[FBIAcademy]

@juheex30 Absolutely no problem. That is generally an excellent way to save money and still get a quality education, and should have no negative consequences for future employment. Remember that work experience is always going to be more important than education, so keep looking ahead past graduation.

[mrcalvin1995]

If you already had 4 years experience working with the national security would you be able to switch courses and join the FBI?

[FBIAcademy]

@mrcalvin1995 Experience is a key factor for potential FBI Special Agents.  Practically all of the new agents hired have come from a professional field where they had more than 4 years experience in responsible leadership roles.

[mrcalvin1995]

5languages is that good enough...?

[jkcreations]

I have a question: I want to be an FBI agent, and maybe end up in the BAU, because I am interested in criminal psychology. What should I major in, that would give me a good chance of getting into the FBI?

[FBIAcademy]

@jkcreations Your professional work experience will count much more toward your chances of being hired as a Special Agent than what you majored in during school. Concentrate on getting some solid experience in challenging, responsible work in an area listed as a Critical Skill on the fbijobs website.

[amgn971]

is it true that the FBI will not hire gays bi or lesbian people

[FBIAcademy]

@amgn971 That is completely untrue. The federal government, including the FBI, does not allow discrimination in hiring based on sexual orientation.

[MVPRODIGY54]

I am intrested in the Counterterrorism Division, are there certain requirements or a certain degree that I would have to acquire for this division?

[FBIAcademy]

@MVPRODIGY54 It depends on whether you want to be an Intelligence Analyst, Special Agent, or one of the many other available career fields in the FBI. After meeting the education and work experience requirements of the job you wish to apply for, you may benefit from having strong foreign language and cultural skills and knowledge.

[washingtonwasstudly]

I am interested in political science and sociology, are there positions in the FBI that use these

[FBIAcademy]

@washingtonwasstudly Your professional experience will count more than what you majored in when it comes to being selected for a particular position. You may want to look into the Intelligence Analyst position.

[washingtonwasstudly]

I'm interested in political science and sociology are there careers in the FBI that use those? Also I was looking at the website and was wondering what constitutes international studies?

[arabic17]

I have been wanting to be an FBI Special Agent since 7th grade. I am currently a sophomore in college trying to figure out what major I should choose. I really like French and would like to major in it and minor in Latin American Studies. However, I feel that I will waste my time and will not be able to work for the FBI if I choose this major. What is some good advice?

[FBIAcademy]

@arabic17 If you are interested in the Special Agent position, one of the critical skills that the FBI needs is foreign language proficiency. You will have to pass a language test to qualify, and your skill in the language must be fluent.

[tipya23]

My dad introduced me to one of his friends at our bbq 4 or 5 years ago. I for forgot her name but she applied for the F.B.I and actually be a special agent! I am considering applying for the F.B.I after I get my bachelor's degree in criminal justice and have gained work experience as a police officer for 5 or 6 years. I am very interested in the civil rights division: Human Trafficking and hate crime. I've alway's wanted to be an police officer since I was 10. But now I want to be so much more!

[FBIAcademy]

@tipya23 Talk to your dad and get the friend's name. I'm sure she'd be happy to talk to you about what it takes to be a Special Agent and what type of experience you should strive to get before applying.

[maddy2018]

Thank you so much!

[dumbdumdditty]

i have a b.a. in anthropolgy from the university of florida and will be going to graduate school for my masters in psychology. I will be a school teacher while in grad school and will be teaching for about three years before i apply to the FBI? will i still have a good chance in being accepted?

[FBIAcademy]

@dumbdumdditty You would be applying under the "diversified" entry program, so it depends entirely on how many other people are applying in that entry program, how competitive they are compared to you, and how many "diversified" applicants the FBI is hiring at that time. The needs of the FBI dictate how many applicants from each entry program will be considered.

[maddy2018]

Thank you so much. Your answer did helped me a lot. My doctor once said that my Asthma is only bad when i run. If i don't pass the running part of the test for the FBI, but i do well in the rest of it can i still have a chance to join?

[FBIAcademy]

@maddy2018 You must score at least 1 point in each event and at least 12 points overall to pass. Please review the Physical Fitness guidelines on the fbijobs website, which clearly define what it takes to pass.

[maddy2018]

@FBIAcademy: I'm in college right and I'm planing on getting a criminal justice degree. After that i was thinking of becoming a police officer for like about 4 or 5 years and than apply for the FBI. Can I still keep up with this plan?...and my other question is: I have asthma can I still join?....thank you for the video

[FBIAcademy]

@maddy2018 That sounds like a very reasonable plan. Get as much investigative experience as you can while you are a police officer. Asthma won't disqualify you, but you will need to talk with your doctor to make sure you will be able to safely complete all the physical fitness (running, push-ups, etc) requirements for a job as a police officer and as a Special Agent of the FBI. FBI physical requirements can be found on the fbijobs website.

[EdgeWorldShow]

Does the FBI have a program for kids like the Air Force and Navy.. like Civil Air Patrol? Or something that has to do with the FBI

[FBIAcademy]

@EdgeWorldShow Nothing quite like CAP or Sea Cadets (which are programs with regular formal meetings, camps, awards, etc.) but the FBI does have a Junior Special Agent program, mentoring program, and youth leadership program for kids in some territories. Call your local FBI field office and speak to the Community Outreach Coordinator for details of what is offered in your area.

[dvdmkc778]

@FBIAcademy whats the easiest way to become a fbi agent? Which major should i do thats easiest

[FBIAcademy]

@dvdmkc778 You may be looking at this the wrong way -- instead of asking what college major you should choose to provide the "easiest" path to becoming a Special Agent of the FBI, I believe you should instead ask yourself the question "What subject am I most passionate about? What am I really interested in?" If you study a subject that truly interests you, then you're more likely to excel at your studies and, later on, a professional career. That is what will help you get a job with the FBI.

[elisabel011]

I have a question:What if a female trainee find that she in pregnant during her 21 weeks sessions?

TIA

[sandman8sandman]

in 11th grade im going to a joint vocational school in lorain and im taking a law enforecement class for 2 years. will this help me later in the future?

[FBIAcademy]

@sandman8sandman Keep up with your studies, practice written and oral communication skills, and you will find many opportunities open up to you.

[Rubyblue0910]

I am 14 years old, and I really want to join in the BAU. Where should I go to college for the best degree I could get?

[sandman8sandman]

I am only 14 years old but i want to be in the BAU. Where should I go to college for the best degree I can get?

[FBIAcademy]

@sandman8sandman I can't recommend one college over another, but I do recommend that while you are in college, you apply for the FBI Honors Internship Program (or a Volunteer Internship with the FBI) to gain real-life experience either in Behavioral Analysis Unit or the Behavioral Science Unit.

[damilkman91]

I cant wait to join!!!! 18 now:/

[dumbdumdditty]

Hello,

I have a BA in Anthropology and will be attending grad school for a master's in Criminal Justice while being a Police Officer. Will I qualify to be an agent?

[FBIAcademy]

@dumbdumdditty If you gain at least 2 years of full time investigative experience with a law enforcement agency, you may qualify under the Law Enforcement critical skill area.

[dumbdumdditty]

@FBIAcademy would being a police officer qualify as earning investigative experience?

[FBIAcademy]

It would, but I believe most of the police officers who make it through selection have at least a few years of experience as a detective.

[dumbdumdditty]

@FBIAcademy ok. Well, I'm finishing my BA this semester and will begin my MS next semester and just put in an application San Jose Police Department in California. They only require 6 months of patrol work if you have a degree so hopefully I can become a detective really soon so I can have as much experience as I need to join the FBI. Thank you.

[clgfbi]

@FBIAcademy I was told you need 3 years of work experience

[kannibalok]

Hi! I want to be an FBI Agent? What kind of school have I done?

[japanime87]

I have a burning desire to do this someday. I was wondering- I am about to graduate with a 4 year degree and am attending law school soon. Would those 3 years of law school count as the 3 years of experience? Or would I need to wait 3 more years on top of all of that to apply at the FBI? Any information is greatly appreciated.

[FBIAcademy]

@japanime87 If you have a JD degree from an accredited law school, you already meet the minimum requirements for the Law Entry Program; however, you should definitely consider getting as much professional experience as an attorney as you can, because that will make you more competitive for the Special Agent position (not to mention help you tremendously in your job as a Special Agent!)

[plksnatchers]

all you need to qualify is the 4 year degree

[orckkid]

Hi, thank you for uploading the informational presentation. I have a question though, what is the name of the soundtrack at approximately 1:04?

[Emmylee789]

Hi,I wanna know what is a typical day for the FBI trainees.

Thanks

[FBIAcademy]

Firearms range, practical exercise with role-players (actors) in Hogan's Alley, computer crimes lab, crime scene investigation practical, interviewing practice, legal instruction. A mix of hands-on and classroom work with emphasis on practical skills.

[acting303]

im a little confused, why are there divisions of special agents like accounting? that doesnt seem relevent to the job. also, what other careers are there in the FBI besides special agents? I would love to be involved in the crimes and help solve them but im not exactly sure if i want to be the agent. and is the academy only for special agents, or other careers as well? oh and what is the physical test like generally? thank you so much! this video has given me hope!

[FBIAcademy]

@acting303: Yes, there are MANY excellent professional career paths with the FBI that do not involve being a Special Agent or carrying a firearm. Intelligence Analysts make up a large portion of the FBI employee population and use their research and analytical skills to "connect the dots", write reports that inform decision-makers and assist with investigations. Computer Scientists help Special Agents solve cyber crimes. Physical Scientists test evidence from crime scenes, etc.

[FBIAcademy]

New Intelligence Analysts attend training at the FBI Academy alongside New Special Agents.  The physical fitness test consists of sit-ups, sprinting, push-ups, 1.5 mile run, and pull-ups, in that order. The tests are one right after the other. You must be in very good shape to score well in the tests, but with good training it is an attainable goal.

[acting303]

hi, i am a sphomore in high school and this is exactly what i want to be doing in the future. but my question is besides special agents, what other careers in FBI are involved in solving crimes but without the hostile actions? and also, arent special agents in danger 24/7?

[frenchvanilla21235]

well i was born in morroco now im a citezen, my family is from all over and most of them are diplomats like my day ive been to many countries, and speak morrocan palistinian, english and decent french, iam still a sophmore in highschool!...if i major in international affairs and pshy. or something of that sort would i have a good shot its my dream to become an agent!

[FBIAcademy]

The best advice I can give you is to major in a field of study that interests you personally. Don't get into a field that you don't enjoy just because you think it might give you a better chance of a career in the FBI.  Keep up your language and culture skills, as they will most likely be what makes you stand out from the crowd.

[frenchvanilla21235]

@FBIAcademy

thank you so much for your answer!

i find quite a MASSIVE intrest in world affairs, current events, IR, the human pshyce diffrent parts of the world, i especially love critical thinking, and forgien cultures, there ways, there traditions, what they do, why they do it...and all that fun stuff...lol so when put all that together FBI seems pretty compatible, or homeland security, CIA, or even the U.N but they seem to be too corrupted to me!

haha thanxx again!!

[cindy0254]

This has always been my dream to serve my country as an FBI agent. I am glad to know that I can balance a family (in the future) and have a great job. I'm going to get my law degree soon but I have a question...do agents always get relocated or just in some occasions ?

[FBIAcademy]

New Agents almost always get relocated for their first office of assignment (immediately after graduating from the FBI Academy). You can specify which offices you prefer and those preferences will be considered, but not guaranteed.

[FBIAcademy]

You should also know that there are many other challenging and rewarding careers for an attorney in the FBI (for example, Division Counsel) that are not necessarily Special Agent positions and would not require relocation.

[11xr1east]

I think anybody who get into law enforcement should work as a regular patro officer on a local department for 3 years before working any federal agent. Get the basics of law enforcement.

[Minneymen]

looks cool i would like to do this type of work after the military. 5years of the army.

[FBIAcademy]

Excellent. Take a look at the fbijobs website for details about how to apply.

[FunnyBunny310]

I have a question. I grew up in Europe and am half-German, half-Russian. If I decide to immigrate to the US, will I be able to become an FBI Special Agent? Provided I would stay in the US long enough to get American citizenship.

[FBIAcademy]

Provided that you meet the other qualification requirements, you can absolutely become a Special Agent of the FBI. It does not matter whether you are a US citizen by birth or by naturalization. In fact, I'm quite sure that you will find your experience living in different countries to be a great asset, whether you make a career in the FBI or anywhere else. Best of luck to you.

[SoccerGirlJr]

I have a question: If you fail the physical test 3 times in a row is there no chance of you becoming an FBI special agent?

[FBIAcademy]

That is correct. If a passing score is not achieved on any of the three PFTs, the applicant will not be eligible for the Special Agent position in the future.

[elisabel011]

For the first class at the FBI academy,how the presentation is made?

Thank

[FBIAcademy]

Classes at the FBI Academy use a wide variety of presentation formats, including: traditional classroom instruction, hands-on computer instruction, practical firearms instruction, role-playing exercises, and simulations.

[11xr1east]

How do current Law Enforcement officers who work investigations such as homicide, sex crimes ect, apply for inservice training at the F.B.I Academy?

[FBIAcademy]

The National Academy program provides 10 weeks of advanced law enforcement training, inter-department networking and information sharing opportunities for LEO's serving in State, County, City, Tribal and international law enforcement agencies. Contact your local FBI office and ask for the Training Coordinator to get information about how to apply.

[MrPaigeC726]

I have a question: What if you do have a romantic relationship with your SSA or an instructor or a trainee like you ? Do they accept this?

[FBIAcademy]

Rules regarding proper and improper relationships are made available to new employees when they enter on duty.

[MrPaigeC726]

@FBIAcademy What are the rules?

[MsHesterP]

First of all I want to thank the FBIACADEMY for this video. I have some questions; *What happen if I don't give in that the polygraph exam an exact science?*Do FBI trainees get free time?*Is there a swimming pool ?*Is it true that the dominary rooms are locked only outside?At what time do the trainees wake up and go to bed?Do the instructors and SSA report about the trainees?

Thank you for answering me

[FBIAcademy]

You're welcome. All Special Agent candidates must take the polygraph exam before they are hired, regardless of what you think about it. Yes, there is free time during New Agent Training: most weekends and evenings are free. The FBI Academy does have a swimming pool for both training and fitness.  Dormitory room doors operate like normal hotel doors. It is up to trainees when to sleep and wake, as long as they report to class on time. Instructors and SSA's observe trainee performance.

[elisabel011]

What kind of questions can we expect from the polygraph exam?

[FBIAcademy]

You will not know ahead of time exactly what questions to expect on a polygraph exam, but in general they will cover issues that directly relate to your trustworthiness and suitability to be an FBI employee with access to national security information.

[DrummingAMilkshake]

hey FBIacademy, i got a question. I live in Belgium so I will not be able to join the FBI, but I will be able to join the special elite teams here in Belgium. I think they are pretty simular so that's why I ask you this question. I wear glasses, is that a downside for applying to a big job like this one? For the rest I like sports and when it's summervacation I am going to start shooting in a ShootingClub, so I have a little skills till when I graduaded.

thank you, Greetings from Belgium

[FBIAcademy]

The FBI has minimum vision requirements for Special Agents [uncorrected visual acuity no worse than 20/200 (Snellen) in each eye, with correction to 20/20 in one eye and at least 20/40 in the other eye.] Wearing glasses or contact lenses is not a problem if you meet the requirements. I do not know about the Belgium agency's vision requirements, but I imagine they would be happy to answer your question.

[DrummingAMilkshake]

@FBIAcademy Ok thankyou ;) I think I will going to contact the LandSecurity here in Belgium. Thanks for your answer :D

greetings from Belgium

[SNatalee]

I want to thank the FBI because I do think that they do a very good job.

[TelsieW]

I thank FBIACADEMY for this informative video.

I had been working for the CIA as a case officer for 5 years and now working as an IT engineer. I am fluent in 7 languages;vietnamese,Japanese,­Dutch, Spanish,Urdu,Russian and French and I am thinking about apply to the FBI.

thank again

[FBIAcademy]

All of your experience and skills would be highly valued in the FBI. I encourage you to learn more about job opportunities at our website and apply to those that interest you. Check out the Special Agent, Intelligence Analyst, Language Specialist and Contract Linguist positions, as these might be of special interest to you.

[FBIAcademy]

There are also opportunities for IT specialists in the FBI, in areas of software engineering, network administration, system administration, computer forensics, and user support.

[DrummingAMilkshake]

@TelsieW how did you learn dutch? :D you lived in Belgium or the Netherlands?

[TzimasJ]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions, but I have one more right now.

Would I be assigned to a case depending on which entry program I chose, or how does it work?

[FBIAcademy]

The answer to that question is "maybe". Special Agents are assigned to a "squad" that handles a particular type of case (such as white collar crime, or counter-terrorism) When you're a new Agent, you will be assigned to whatever squad needs most help. As you become more experienced, if you do good work you'll have opportunities to transfer to other offices or squads that interest you more.

[TzimasJ]

Is there something like a paranormal division inside the FBI? I'd do good in those areas...

[FBIAcademy]

The FBI protects the United States and citizens abroad from terrorist attack and investigates violations of federal laws.

[TzimasJ]

I speak three different languages... Is that any good, or irrelevant?

[FBIAcademy]

If you speak and understand those languages very well, then it's a very good thing.

[TzimasJ]

I don't understand the entry programs and they're connection with the role of a special agent....

On a side note, what would be the reasons for a special agent to report to the director in Washington DC?

[FBIAcademy]

I understand how the entry program can be confusing. They are chosen carefully to represent the broad range of skills that are needed for Special Agents to investigate high-tech computer or engineering-related crimes, complicated financial crimes, public corruption cases, and the other violations that the FBI handles. The law enforcement officer skills (arresting people, self-defense, tactics, etc) are taught at the FBI Academy.

[FBIAcademy]

The Director or his representative will attend Special Agent graduations to confer the badge and credentials to new Agents. Other than that, an Agent might report to the Director to receive an award for outstanding service.

[assis2100]

Hey, I'm really interested in applying for a special agent position in the FBI. I'm about to start my second half of school, but i'm not sure which degree to choose. Would say a degree in Sociology or International Affairs meet the standards the FBI want? Your answer would be greatly appreciated.

Jonathan

[FBIAcademy]

There are five entry programs for FBI Special Agents: Accounting, Computer Science/IT, Language, Law and Diversified. Diversified means having a 4-year degree in any discipline and at least 3 years of professional work experience. If you get a degree in Sociology or International Affairs, your work experience will have a much greater impact on your competitiveness for the SA position than your education.

[steven10462]

hey, i got a serious question...do you think being a fbi can mess up your relationship??

[FBIAcademy]

Working for the FBI requires dedication to serving the public, and sometimes requires long or unusual hours of work, just like any job of great responsibility. However, that doesn't mean that the job will mess up a relationship. That is up to each individual to balance the demands of work and life. If you ask nearly any FBI employee, they will tell you that they are definitely able to maintain that balance and keep relationships healthy.

[RicP00]

lol u wanna go for the fbi but spend the christmas in home??!

wrong job then!

[misssarahjane188]

that's a very great video.

Now i am more aware about the fbi.

One question, do the fbi celebrate christmas?

[FBIAcademy]

Christmas Day is a Federal holiday in the United States and is a day off for all Federal employees, including FBI employees. Of course, some FBI employees are required to work on Christmas Day to maintain safety and critical operations. Individual FBI employees may or may not celebrate Christmas or any other holiday based on their personal preferences.

[annesofy26]

hi!

i just wanna know some details about fbi special agent group.

they do work in group, how many agents do the group consist of?

are there 2 special agent in charge or only 1?

are all the agents specialized in same thing or not?

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

Special Agents of the FBI typically work in groups known as squads under the direction of a Supervisory Special Agent. Each field division of the FBI (56 in all, located in major US cities) has one Special Agent in Charge over all the squads for that office. All the Special Agents in Charge report to the Director of the FBI in Washington, DC.

[nathanjohnson11]

hi! my question will seem stupid but i want the answer.

i wanna know when and where do fbi agents take their lunch or dinner when they are on service?

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

Special Agents of the FBI serve in a wide variety of roles, from senior leadership and administration (primarily office jobs) where they might bring a lunch to the office or go out on a lunch break, to physical surveillance, where the Agent may have to stay at a location for long periods of time and would probably pack a lunch to eat. Instructors at the FBI Academy sometimes get a very short break for lunch between class sessions and have to eat on the run.

[nathanjohnson11]

thanks

[elisabel011]

will the fbi accept me if i am diabetic?

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

You will have to complete a medical examination as part of the application process for Special Agent. The FBI's Health Care Programs Unit provides recommendations regarding the applicant's physical ability to perform the job. This decision is based on the review of the applicant's doctor's findings and the FBI's knowledge of the requirements of the job. The FBI is committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably in all aspects of our hiring/selection process.

[FBIAcademy]

There are specific requirements regarding vision and hearing for the Special Agent position, and you must be physically able to complete the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) to obtain a passing score. There is no policy or standard that should prevent anyone with Diabetes from applying and being considered for the position of Special Agent.

[MsElaura]

can i have a green card while studying?

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

There is detailed information about the process on the USCIS website, so please refer to that for all the information you need. In general, immigrants obtain a green card by being sponsored by a family member or employer. However, there are many other ways that are explained on the USCIS web pages. Click on "Topics" then "Green Card"

[MsElaura]

i am a teenager(girl) of 14 yrs old and i live in mauritius. My biggest wish and dream is to work for the fbi as an special agent. I started learning spanish and i want to specialize myselt in this language in a university of america.

do you think that the fbi will accept me ?

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

Spanish is one of the critical languages that the FBI seeks for Special Agent applicants. You will have to pass reading, listening and speaking proficiency tests at a very high level to qualify under the language program. Study hard and learn the language well, and you will be well on your way to fulfilling your dream.

[MsElaura]

thanks so much you are really helping me.

may god bless you.

[FBIAcademy]

Also, be sure that the university that you study at is accredited, and that you graduate with a 4-year degree (BS or BA), as these are requirements to apply for the Special Agent position. Your degree can be in any major.

[MsElaura]

i am a teenager(girl) of 14 yrs old and i live in mauritius. my biggest wish and dream is to work for the fbi as special agent. i started learning spanish and i want to specialize myself in it.

i want to know if i can do and how is the naturalization is done in america.

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

You must be a permanent resident (green card holder) for 5 years before you can apply to be a US Citizen, and you must pass a citizenship test. There is detailed information about this topic available from the USCIS web page.

[annesofy26]

hi! can someone quote what she said from 7:53 to 8:16 for me,PLEASE!

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

She mentions that she enjoys the fact that she can serve in a variety of assignments as an FBI Special Agent because it allows her flexibility in her schedule to be home with her family.

[annesofy26]

thanks but i want the quotation

she said something like " ...down doors" that i do not understand well

thanks

[FBIAcademy]

She said "kicking down doors", which is a phrase that refers to law enforcement officers lawfully making forcible entry into a building, though usually a tool such as a breaching ram or Haligan tool is used to open a door instead actually kicking it with a foot. In certain circumstances, this is necessary for FBI Agents, such as when the Agents are serving an arrest warrant for a person at that person's residence, and the Agents know the person is inside but is refusing to open the door.

[FBIAcademy]

You mentioned that you are a US Citizen, which is a requirement. There are other requirements as well regarding work experience and critical skills, which you probably have based on your comment. You have skills in critical languages that are highly valued by the FBI. I encourage you to apply online for a Special Agent or Linguist position.

[FBIAcademy]

Here are some requirements: * United States citizenship * Willingness to renounce dual citizenship * Professional-level fluency in Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening to a foreign language needed by the FBI * Ability to pass a language proficiency test battery

 * Ability to meet all FBI Employment Requirements, pass an FBI Background Investigation, and receive a Top Secret Security Clearance

[FBIAcademy]

Notice that you must be willing to renounce dual citizenship and be a US Citizen only. The fact that you are a naturalized US Citizen (rather than a citizen by birth) would not penalize you at all. America is the land of immigrants, and naturalized citizens are absolutely the same as citizens by birth. The fact that you have native language and culture skills potentially makes you very valuable to the FBI as an employee.

[annesofy26]

thanks your answers are really helpful

[TexasVegan]

I'm considering applying to the FBI academy. I have a master's in biology, have worked as a medical technologist for three years and am now back in school. Also, I've studied Spanish, Russian, and Japanese and would love the chance to continue my linguistic studies. It would be amazing to work in a field that would continually challenge me as well as allow me to serve my country. Perhaps I'll put together an application.

[FBIAcademy]

Good luck with your application! Have patience, because the process can take a long time. That doesn't mean the FBI isn't interested in you, it just means there are a lot of applicants to screen and the FBI is very thorough about checking the backgrounds of applicants. In addition to Special Agent, you might consider a physical science job in the FBI Laboratory.

[Mulchable91]

First of all I would like to Thank you very much for making this video. Second of all, I am from Ireland and how many years would I have to live in America to become an American Citizen? I have always wanted to be in the FBI. Being a Speical Agent is important and I would be honored to be apart of the FBI. I would appreciate it if you responded. Thank you

[FBIAcademy]

Generally, you must be a permanent resident of the United States (green card holder) for 5 years before you can apply to become a naturalized citizen of the US. There are other paths as well, for example, through service in the US Armed Forces. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services website has all the detailed information you need on this topic.

[robbiart]

Its really hard to get a job with FBI. If you are not into Accounting, Finance, Computer Science/Information Technology Expertise, Engineering Expertise

Foreign Language(s) Proficiency you will never be hired from this peeople.

[FBIAcademy]

Robbiart, it is true that it is very competitive (and therefore, hard) to get a job at the FBI. That is what you should expect when the latest survey of over 60000 college students ranked the FBI #5 among most desirable employers. Remember that Special Agent is only one career available at the FBI - there are Intelligence Analysts, Forensic Scientists, Educators, Gunsmiths, Plumbers, Carpenters, Security Police and many other jobs as well.

[1HOLA2AMIGO]

Its pretty moving. I'm thinking of becoming an agent when I get older and this video really helped and assured me that this is something great I want to do.

[marshall1959now]

Thank God for the FBI while Al Quada is running loose among us

[adibeh]

FBI forever and ever

[Morris1962]

Great video. I hope you (the FBIAcademy) continues to upload videos here on youtube.

[GeneralZod2008]

Sounds almost as interesting as what the campus police get to investigate at the University of Arizona.

[skzyp]

Thanks for the informative video!