Government Opportunities
Federal Hiring Process | Search for Federal Jobs
Where the Federal Jobs Are - Over the next two years, our largest federal agencies project that they will hire nearly 193,000 new workers for “mission-critical” jobs. These jobs cover almost every occupational field, will be available across the country and all of them advance the interests of the American people. This report confirms that no matter what your area of expertise, or where you live, if you are looking for a job where you can develop your professional skills and make a difference in the lives of others, the federal government has a job for you.
In addition to sorting projected hires by occupational field, this extensive report includes agency-by-agency hiring projections. It also provides background information for each agency, as well as information about hiring incentives such as student loan repayment, special internships and scholarships some agencies are using. The appendices include tips on how to obtain a federal job. Spend some time looking through it to find the opportunities that best suit you. Access the report by clicking here.
Benefits of Working in the Federal Government:
Adapted from: Ten Reasons to Consider a Federal Career – Partnership for Public Service http://www.ourpublicservice.org/
- Flexible Work Schedules and Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Develop Highly Marketable Skills
- The Nation’s largest employer
- Job for Every Interest
- Make a Difference
- Federal Government Can Help Pay for School
- Advance Quickly
- Federal Jobs Around the Country and Around the World
- Values Diversity
- Federal Jobs Pay Well
You can find out more about how you can match your career interests with the positions available in the federal government by going to http://www.makingthedifference.org/federalcareers/
RED, WHITE and BLUE JOBS series of handbooks
The Red, White and Blue Jobs student handbooks highlight the exciting work that federal employees do and guides interested students through the application process.
These handbooks include:
- Tips on internships and the job search.
- Descriptions of government agencies and links to their Web sites.
- Profiles of young federal employees.
- What you can do in government with your major.
- And more!
Check out these booklets to learn more about how to use your degree in a career with the Federal Government!
Red, White and Blue Jobs
Homeland Security Jobs
Public Health Jobs
Federal Jobs for Business Majors
Federal Jobs for Engineering Majors
Federal Jobs for Liberal Arts Majors
The resume you write for a federal government position is very different than the typical resume you would write when applying for other opportunities. These two links provide an excellent overview of the federal resume and the KSA (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) which will be important tools in your government job search kit.
Federal Resume and KSA tips – http://www.usajobs.gov/infocenter/resumetips.asp#tips
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HIRING PROCESS
Ever wondered what federal jobs are typically filled by someone with your major? Check out this list for more information - Federal Jobs by College Major
Do you know the agency or department that you would be interested in but aren't sure how to find out about openings? Are you looking for specific information? Here's a guide to how to drill down and find exactly what you're looking for and how to take it to the next level.
Federal Employment Insider's Guide - an overview of the federal process and tips for successful applications
Great Links for Exploring Government Opportunities
Here are a variety of links to help you begin your government research and job search. You'll be amazed at the wide variety of agencies that make up the government and where you might fit within them.
- Your Career in the Government Starts Here - provides tutorials and guides on how to get the most out of the site. Guides you in creation of your account, the preparation of your resume and your job search. DESIGNED FOR FIRST-TIME APPLICANTS.
- The Federal Government's Official Jobs Site - includes information on jobs in demand, highlights various agencies and allows you to create and post a resume while conducting a job search.
- America's Intelligence Community. Explore a career in the intelligence community and help safeguard America's freedom. Learn more about the wide range of opportunities available for all majors.
- A to Z index of Government Departments and Agencies - a thorough overview of all of the agencies of the U.S. Government.
- Studentjobs.gov - a specialized database geared to the student looking for government positions and opportunities.
- Monster Public Service - State and Federal government postings
- Fedworld - Are you researching different agencies? Interested in knowing what they have been involved in? Locate government information easily through FedWorld.
- The Washington Center - an independent, non-profit organization which works with students to provide internships and academic seminars.
- Best Places to Work -Want to know the best places to work in the federal government? Find the results of their most recent survey here.
- First Gov - The U.S. Government's Official Web Portal
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