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Discover opportunities that allow you to contribute your experiences, knowledge, and expertise to work on foreign policies, technology, security systems, buildings, and more, around the world.  Join the diplomatic workforce that reflects and represents America, one where diversity and inclusion make us stronger, smarter, more creative, and more innovative.  Help the United States gain a significant competitive advantage on the world stage.  Become a member of the U.S. Foreign Service, Civil Service, and internship/fellowships working in one of more than 270 U.S. Embassies or Consulates abroad or right here in the United States. Take a glimpse inside the careers at the U.S. Department of State today.

Opportunities and Announcements

Explore opportunities that are currently open for application and learn about several on-demand registration processes, specialized programs, and more.

Diplomatic Technology Officer (DTO)

Diplomatic Technology Officer (DTO)

Contribute your technical interest and expertise to a global network of technologists making contributions to maintaining our national security. Read the job description position details  and  register here.

Application deadline is September 30, 2024 Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS
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Regional Medical Officer Psychiatrist (RMOP)

Regional Medical Officer Psychiatrist (RMOP)

A Regional Medical Officer Psychiatrist (RMOP) works either independently or as a member of a team of FS Medical Specialists to provide medical support for USG employees and their Eligible Family Members (EFMs). An RMOP is considered "essential personnel" and is expected to be available on-call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Application deadline is March 26, 2024.  More information can be found on the Medical and Health page: Regional Medical Officer/Psychiatrist Job Announcement page. | Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS
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William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

The William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security (Clarke DS) Fellowship is a path to an exciting career in the Foreign Service as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent. The program is a two-year graduate fellowship designed for individuals who want to pursue a master’s degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent in the Foreign Service. Applications are open: February 12, 2024 - April 29th, 2024 for the next cohort of William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellows.
The program includes:
  • Financial assistance for a two-year graduate program
  • Two summer practicums – one domestic and one abroad
  • Mentoring and other professional development opportunities
  • Three-year Foreign Service Commitment
If you are interested in pursuing a master’s degree and an exciting career at the forefront of law enforcement and international affairs, this is an opportunity of a lifetime to serve your country and make a real difference. Visit clarkedsfellowship.org to learn more about the program.
 
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Foreign Service Security Technical Specialist

Foreign Service Security Technical Specialist

Security Technical Specialists provide support and assist in worldwide technical security programs which provide protection for U.S. Department of State facilities and personnel from technical espionage, acts of terrorism, and crime. Application deadline is April 16, 2024. More information can be found on the Security and Law Enforcement: Foreign Service Security Technical Specialists Job Announcement page . | Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS
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Law Enforcement Opportunities

Law Enforcement Opportunities

The Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) is the law enforcement and security arm of the U.S. Department of State. Operating from a global platform in 29 U.S. cities and more than 170 foreign countries, DS ensures the United States can safely and securely conduct diplomacy. DS is a world leader in the protection of people, property, and information – international investigations, threat analysis, cyber security, counterterrorism, and security technology. Read More about Law Enforcement Opportunities
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Engineers, Architects, Project Managers

Engineers, Architects, Project Managers

Imagine working for one of the world's largest and most experienced real estate developers in the world. The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), designs, builds, operates, and maintains diplomatic facilities worldwide. With a $75B portfolio replacement value and more than 280 locations throughout the world, OBO sets worldwide priorities and allocates the resources for acquiring, designing, constructing, operating, maintaining, leasing, or disposing of U.S. diplomatic properties around the world. Read more about OBO's opportunities.
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The U.S. Department of State has the honor of representing the American people to the world. Listen to Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, explain how a career in the Foreign or Civil Services contributes to strengthening America’s democracy.

FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER

“We come from all kinds of backgrounds and when we go out to the State Department, we show all those backgrounds to the world. I am America for the people who walk into the door.”

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Foreign Service Specialist

“From U.S. Marine to Facility Manager in the Foreign Service. I wanted to do something a little bit more exciting. I worked in public service all my life, and I wanted to return to that, so coming to the Department was a great fit for me. It’s not a career, I call it a way of Life. The Foreign Service is a way of Life.

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Civil Service Professionals

“What makes it so nice is that at the end of the day, there’s a culture here where people honestly care about what they do… they’re here to not only advance the mission for foreign policy, but they really enjoy working with the people.”

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