Career questions tagged fbi
I'm very dedicated to having a career in the FBI as a special agent. I plan to apply for the Honors Internship Program in February of 2027. What would make me more competitive?
I want to start as a Counterterrorism Intelligence Analyst during my internship. (Or something alike) I'm a Criminal Justice Major, and I plan to minor in law, political science, or international studies. (I'm undecided which would be best) When I apply, I'll have a strong foundation of Arabic (B1) and French (B2), and have a strong GPA. (3.8-4.0) However, I want to know what minors or majors I should consider the most, and what else can I do to make me a strong internship candidate? Ex: Research, study abroad, certifications, etc.
What to study to become Detective?
What path in studies and all should I pursue if I plan to become a detective(like in law enforcement, probably like CID/CBI/FBI, etc.), (without being a patrol officer and all first, and then taking the long-term journey?) Also, will the same path work out for an investigative psychologist? If not, then what path should I pursue in this case? Can I work in(or with) law enforcement in this case?
How would double majoring in criminology benefit my speech and hearing science major?
I want to potentially join the FBI or do something involving forensics so I want to have a more well rounded background.
what courses should I take in college for criminal justice in forensics ?
I'm majoring in criminal justice in forensics in the fall. I plan to pursue my career in forensics. I want to be a forensic technician possibly work for the fbi. what courses should I take?
How to become a behavioral analyst with the FBI?
I am currently a senior in undergrad and I plan on going into graduate school for a forensic psych MA. My dream job is become a behavioral analyst for the FBI and work with analyzing crime scenes and patterns, studying offender behavior across cases, and creating behavioral profiles. I understand you need to become an special agent first, but I am curious on if 1. getting the MA will actually help me 2. would potentially getting a PHD or a PsyD be even more helpful and lastly, does FBI training force you to away from family for the duration?
What science class should I take to help me achieve my goal of being an FBI agent and detective?
I am a Junior who does 3 sports a year with each sports having a varsity letters.
Is a double major in Accounting and Criminology and good combination for becoming a Special Agent for the FBI?
This is the degree path I am currently thinking about and I just wanted to make sure that I am headed in the right direction.
What does a "typical" day look like for an FBI Special Agent?
I am trying to decide if this is the career I want to pursue. I would like a detailed response that kind of gives me an idea of if this is the right job for me. I would also like to get some input on the type of people that are good in this job.
How do I know which of the two jobs I am considering is the best for me and my preferences?
I am going into 9th grade next year and I am stuck between being and FBI Special Agent because I love problem solving and physical activity or being a marine mammal field veterinarian because I love dolphins, otters, pinnipeds, and all other marine animals. I don't know how to determine which one I would have more satisfaction in.
Is a criminal profiler a real job and if so, is it only in the FBI?
I learned about the criminal profiler career and it inspired me to want to become one. Is it a real job? I've gotten mixed responses before so I'm uncertain. If it is real though, is it only a job in the FBI or can I be a criminal profiler outside of the FBI?
If I were to go into some form of law enforcement or first responder occupation, how would I continue to grow professionally and mentally, and persevere in a field that can seem mentally and physically draining and taxing?
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to look at this and making this scholarship even possible! I am currently a senior in High School. After I graduate, I plan on attending college to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice. I have already taken courses on Cybercrime, Terrorism Psychology, and Forensic Science. #Fall25
How did you decide what you wanted to do with your degree?
I'm majoring in criminal justice but am still undecided on what I should do with my future profession. I've considered investigations, policework/FBI, something in a lab... There's just so much! How did you decide what you wanted to do with your degree? #Fall25
What is the day in the life of an FBI agent #Spring25?
Im currently interested in becoming an FBI agent and wonder what their day to day looks like.
What is the best course of plan to get into the FBI?
I am going to University at Buffalo for my bachelor’s in Criminology. I just want to make sure I am not missing any essential things i need to be aware of. I am not sure what exactly in the FBI I want to be but the BAU interests me. I appreciate any advice. Thank you! #spring25
What are the best steps to becoming a part of the cyber crimes unit in law enforcement ?
What is the day to day jobs of someone in digital forensics
How can I prepare in my freshman year of college to earn a government internship by junior year?
I am a forensic science major at Texas A&M University and I'd like to earn an internship with the FBI by my junior year.
How can I best try to get an internship with the FBI?
I am a criminology and social work major and would like to have an internship with the FBI during my time in college.
Are you forced to work overtime in law enforcement?
In a law enforcement depending on what you want to do with it, do you have to work over time to conclude with something important of your job.
What internships/job titles did you work in before landing a job as a Forensic Psychologist or in a Federal Agency?
Hi all, hope you are doing well! I am a second year Forensic Psychology student living in New Jersey. Although I hate to admit it, my career goals aren't exactly set, but I know that I want to either work as a Forensic Psychologist in the court system or in any Behavioral Analysis/Criminal Profiling role for a federal agency such as the FBI, CIA, DEA, etc. As a result, my question here today is for anyone who has either worked in one of the careers I'm interested in, is on the way there, or who is currently in this role; What internship or job titles have you held to get here? I am asking this as someone who is seriously struggling to find internships or jobs in my area that will genuinely add something to my area of interest. I have been looking for a little over a year, but am struggling to find something that is both in my area and that is relevant. At the moment, I have about 5 years of volunteer experience in a law enforcement program for youth (think along the lines of an Explorer Post) that I have worked at long enough to serve as a Board Member and a job as a Secretary for another Community-based program, so I am extremely eager to start getting involved in my actual career of interest. As always, I am eagerly awaiting any response and would appreciate any advice that can be given. Thank you so much!
questions for forensic pathologists?
1. Can you tell me about the types of tasks you are responsible for on a day-to-day basis? 2. What do you enjoy most about your career? 3. What is most challenging about your career? 4. What are some skills and personality traits necessary to perform your job? 5. What are some misconceptions about your career? 6. On a scale of 1-10 how gruesome is some of the work? 7. How long did it take for you to get your degree? 8. what school did you graduate from? 9. how difficult is the job 1-10? 10. How do you balance this career with your personal life? 11. Do you have any advice for someone wanting to enter into this field?
Is security a fulfilling job?
What is the annual salary? How would I deal with ethical dilemmas or conflicts of interest in security work? What are the main security risks and challenges for the organization? What are the security policies and procedures that I would need to follow and enforce?
I am a Security and Protective Services student at Job Corps and want to go into the Vancouver police force upon completion, anything I need to know?
Job corps student
How can I join soldier?
I am Daniel, I really have passion for military but don't know how to join.
What steps do I take to work for the FBI?
I'm a 13 yo that wants to start prepping early. Working for the FBI is one of my dream jobs so I'd like to know what steps to take and what I have to do to qualify!
How to become an FBI detective?
Lend your expertise: what does it take to become an FBI detective? Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
Hello! I'm a freshman in college studying creative writing with a cognate in journalism. I want to work as a Public Affairs Specialist with the FBI or U.S. Army when I graduate. What kind of courses should I sign up for? I know I'll need to take a couple of communications, public relations, political science, and journalism courses. Are they any others I should be aware of? Also, what kind of jobs and internships should I look for that will prepare me for my dream career??
Career advice for a student interested in Public Affairs.