Careers with the U.S. Department of State
The U.S. Department of State is America's lead foreign affairs agency, leveraging its positive influence to promote global peace and prosperity. Its role is pivotal in ushering in a new era of American diplomacy, moving foreign policy forward and in a direction that is smart and sound, pragmatic and principled.
The Foreign Service is America's voice overseas- serving the country's diplomatic needs at over 265 embassies, consulates and missions to international organizations. Over 11,000 strong, they are America's first line of defense in this complex world, and the first responders to US citizens in other countries. Foreign Service Officers (FSOs) advocate American foreign policy, protect US citizens abroad, and promote American business interests abroad.
FSOs often apply the skills and experiences they acquired in the private sector to one of five challenging career tracks. Presently, there is a worldwide need for:
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