Show the World a Side of America it Has Never Seen
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on September 17, 2007 Our world has changed and so, too, has our foreign policy. You can contribute to this change at the U.S. Department of State as you build an extraordinary career helping to transform societies into stronger democracies and full partners in the international community. Foreign Service Officers are culturally aware, adaptable, strategic thinking problem-solvers from all walks of life. Stationed at any one of our more than 265 overseas embassies and consulates, you will be directly involved with challenging issues that result in productive changes within our society. From improving trade opportunities for U.S. businesses to helping American couples adopt children from overseas, to monitoring human rights issues, to providing management supervision for embassy operations, you can make a difference. Who can become a Foreign Service Officer? The strength and success of the U.S. Department of State may be attributed to our diversity. With diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, Foreign Service Officers originate from all geographic locations throughout the United States and use their varied interests, talents, and skills to make significant contributions to the social, economic and political health and well-being of America. Foreign Service Officers come from diverse professions, as well. Among their ranks are former businesspeople, attorneys, teachers, scholars, and virtually any other profession you can think What is life as a Foreign Service Officer like? Few Americans will ever have a chance to experience a life as fascinating, as challenging, and as rewarding as that which you’ll experience in the Foreign Service. While living and working abroad you’ll also enjoy a full range of great benefits — such as a competitive salary, generous housing allowances, and excellent educational opportunities. We’ll also provide you with intensive language and cultural training so that you can fully enjoy the pleasures and adventures that come from living in a foreign nation while playing a vital role in America’s dialogue with the world. How do I get started? It’s clearly an opportunity unlike any other — with an organization unlike any other. So how can you take the next step? Visit careers.state.gov to enroll in the selection process and learn more about opportunities in the Foreign Service. U.S. citizenship is required. Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please Click HERE to visit the DOS web site. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Reginald Culpepper
President, Fulfillment and Web Services, HBCUCONNECT Clark Atlanta University class of 1998 Member Since September 2000 |
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