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Do you learn languages easily? Are you proficient in one or more
foreign languages? Does teaching a language interest you? Can you
see yourself traveling internationally, translating or transcribing
languages, analyzing foreign reporting, or speaking a foreign language
with colleagues? If your answer to any of these questions is yes,
the language career may be for you.
Foreign language capability plays a critical role
in the Intelligence Community's ability to protect national security.
An individual working within this career area may perform research,
provide translation or transcription services, or work within the
reporting and analysis functions. Alternatively, you may teach foreign
language courses for the benefit of your colleagues. Regardless
of the route you choose, you'll find work in the career to be both
challenging and satisfying. The contributions you make will have
global ramifications. Few employers are able to match the language
opportunities available within the Community.
Several intelligence agencies offer hiring bonuses for those with language proficiency and/or monetary incentives
for developing and maintaining foreign language proficiency.
Skills requirements vary by position and agency. In addition to
foreign language proficiency, strong oral communication, written
communication, and critical thinking/analytical skills are desired.
Agencies often require a bachelor's degree in foreign language,
area studies, international studies, or other related disciplines.
Continual learning is encouraged within the Community. You may be
asked to learn another foreign language or to further your understanding
of a culture in which a certain language is spoken.
US citizenship is required. All applicants must successfully complete
an extensive background investigation. Pre-employment assessments of language proficiency will be required. Some positions may also require
medical and psychological examinations and a polygraph interview.
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