HOW TO APPLY
STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs.gov Careers website.
PLEASE NOTE: You must use the Mozilla Firefox web browser when applying to FBIJobs.gov job openings.
STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either Sign In to continue or to register with FBIJobs.gov if you don’t already have an account.
STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your application.
Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
Complete assessment questionnaire.
Most recent college transcripts.
Other supporting documents:
If claiming Veterans’ Preference, you MUST ATTACH a DD-214.
Disabled veterans must also submit an SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later, in addition to the DD-214.
If claiming previous federal service, you MUST ATTACH a SF-50.
Cover letters are optional and should be addressed to a general “Hiring Manager” if submitted.
Submitted documents should be in a .pdf format.
Please do not submit any of the following file formats: HTML, TIF, JPEG, DOC, DOCX, Password Protected or Web Link.
Please ensure “.pdf” is in lowercase letters.
Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.
Questions regarding this opening should be directed to recruiting@fbi.gov with the subject line “2021 CHI General — Questions.”
Job Description
Discover an insider’s perspective on FBI operations by applying for the Collegiate Hiring Initiative (CHI), a unique FBI program that offers full-time, permanent positions to graduating seniors or those who have recently completed undergraduate, graduate or PhD degrees.
Recent graduates help support a huge part of the FBI’s mission.
CHI allows you to begin your career in a hands-on, supportive team environment where you will work with FBI professionals and learn from the best, whether you’re working with investigative teams to analyze and visualize data, performing key business and administrative functions or ensuring security.
Whatever your role, you will play a key part in protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution of the United States.
The application period for the 2021 CHI program is now open and will run through Sept.
30, 2021.
Applicants must attend or have attended a college or university as an undergrad, graduate or post-doctoral student.
Recent graduates must have graduated within 24 months of the program date; for veterans, within 72 months of the program date.
Upcoming graduates must be on track to graduate by June 2022.
Operational Support Technician: Perform assignments ranging from program analysis and administrative support to operational coordination.
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S.-accredited college or university.
This position serves throughout the 56 Field Offices.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
To apply for the Collegiate Hiring Initiative, applicants must:
Be a U.S.
citizen.
Have a graduating GPA of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Be able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
Pass an FBI polygraph examination.
Pass an FBI-administered urinalysis drug test and be in compliance with the FBI Employment Drug Policy:
No use of marijuana within the last year.
No use of any other illegal drug in the past 10 years.
No selling, distributing, manufacturing or transporting of any illegal drugs.
No use of a prescription drug or a legally obtainable substance in a manner for which it was not intended within the last three years.
In addition, you must:
Never have been convicted of a felony.
Not be in default on a student loan insured by the U.S.
government.
Be registered with the Selective Service System (males only, exceptions apply).
What You Will Need to Succeed
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to be detail-oriented yet able to keep a strategic focus.
Ability to objectively evaluate information and make sound judgments.
Honesty and integrity must be the foundation of who you are.
The drive and commitment to make a difference in the communities you serve.
Locations
As part of the application, candidates are asked to select their desired locations.
Assignments are based on the needs of the FBI; not all locations may have openings for certain positions.