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Eva Seifert's avatar

Did your son check the CIA employment requirements on line? "For us to consider you for a job at CIA, you must be: Physically in the United States or one of its territories when you apply, A U.S. citizen (dual U.S. citizens also eligible), At least 18 years of age, Willing to move to the Washington, DC area, Able to successfully complete security and medical evaluations, including a background investigation, a polygraph interview, and a physical and psychological examination." Nothing about references, working in politician's offices (I rather think that would be a big no-no), etc. With all due respect, the cousin's been watching too many spy movies.

As for applying for federal jobs, I took a federal test before graduating college, the results of which were sent to agencies looking to hire. I passed, got a job interview and after an investigation, was hired. The agency provided all the professional training in laws and regulations I needed to do the job for 33 years. For most agencies, that's it.

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rlritt's avatar

I think the CIA might be different. She was pretty definite that you needed a number reference to even be considered.

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Eva Seifert's avatar

Not according to their website. Now, there are more stringent requirements for their student fellowships. Number reference? If you mean references in general, I needed to provide 2 references for the investigation into my background and character when I was hired. That's standard for any federal job.

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rlritt's avatar

That was more than 10 years ago. He probably wouldn't have like it anyway.

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