Employment Opportunities
During fiscal year 2000, 296 individuals were hired for the Special Agent position. It is anticipated that the FBI will hire approximately 800 persons for the Special Agent position in fiscal year 2001. The FBI is aggressively attempting to become more diverse; therefore, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Entry Requirements for a Special Agent:
To qualify for training as
an FBI Special Agent, you must be a U.S. citizen or a citizen
of the Northern Mariana Islands, at least 23 and not more than
36 years of age. Candidates must be completely available
for assignment anywhere in the FBI's jurisdiction, have uncorrected
vision not worse then 20/200 (Snellen) and corrected 20/20 in
one eye and not worse than 20/40 in the other eye. All
candidates must pass a color vision test and possess a valid
driver's license.
Applicants 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.
