Students and Graduates
Start your Career with Impact
As the nation’s top law enforcement organization, we offer valuable work experience for students at various education levels. With a variety of programs, internships, and entry-level career options, we seek post-secondary students and recent graduates who will bring their knowledge and skills to our diverse workforce.
Highlights
- Full-time, paid internship
- Assignments in most U.S. locations
- Entry-level employment opportunities
Overview
Our programs are designed to give students and recent graduates at every post-secondary education level a professional experience like no other. You will be given challenging and rewarding assignments to enhance your résumé and grow your professional network.
Honors Internship Program
Our Honors Internship Program (HIP) is the perfect opportunity to set your career in motion. Ideal for undergraduate students between their junior and senior years, as well as graduate students pursuing a master’s degree, JD, or PhD, this paid internship can be a direct pipeline to full-time employment after college. This is a unique opportunity for students to learn and work alongside our professionals.
The Application Cycle is Closed
The 2023 Honors Internship Program application cycle is now closed. Check back next year for the next application dates.
Internship Key Features
JUNE - AUGUST
Full-time summer internship
PAID INTERNSHIP*
Receive compensation for your contribution
PREFERRED LOCATION CHOICES
Assignments available at field office and headquarters locations
BEGIN YOUR FBI CAREER
Full-time employment opportunities after graduation
* Interns with a bachelor’s degree who are enrolled in a full-time graduate program will receive GS-5 pay. All other full-time students, including dual-enrollment students, will receive GS-4 pay, including undergraduate students enrolled in a graduate course.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Honors Internship Program, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Attend a U.S.-accredited college or university full-time as an undergraduate, graduate, or post-doctoral student. You are not eligible if you will graduate before the program start date; exceptions are permitted if you are continuing your education in the semester immediately following.
- Have and maintain a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or better at the time of application, throughout the application process, and for the duration of the internship program.
- Pass all of the FBI employment background investigation requirements and be able to receive a Top Secret Clearance.
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Honors Internship Application Process
Assignments are based on the needs of the FBI. You will be asked to rank your top six preferred locations, which will be taken into account if you are selected. To view our locations, visit the links below.
The Program Term Acknowledgement Form is a required attachment for your application.
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Collegiate Hiring Initiative
Collegiate Hiring Initiative (CHI) recruits graduating seniors or individuals who have undergraduate, graduate, or PhD degrees to begin their careers in our hands-on, team environment.
This full-time, entry-level hiring program supports our mission and offers a chance to explore and transition into many exceptional careers.
The Application Cycle is Closed
The Collegiate Hiring Initiative application cycle is now closed. Check back next year for the next application dates.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Collegiate Hiring Initiative, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Attend/have attended a U.S.-accredited college or university as an undergraduate, graduate, or post-doctoral student.
- Recent graduates must have graduated within 24 months of the program date (within 72 months for veterans).
- Upcoming graduates must graduate by June of the program start year (for example, for the 2023 Collegiate Hiring Initiative, students must graduate by June 2023).
- Have and maintain a 2.95 cumulative GPA or better on a 4.0 scale at the time of application and through graduation.
- Not be a current, permanent FBI employee.
- Pass all of the FBI employment background investigation requirements and be able to receive a Top Secret Clearance.
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Collegiate Hiring Initiative Application Process
To apply, you must meet our Employment Eligibility requirements. Additionally, you will be required to provide your most recent official college transcripts demonstrating GPA, anticipated graduation date, veteran status and required documentation if claiming veterans preference, and any other information related to work experience in your application.
Required documents if claiming veterans preference:
Visiting Scientist Program
The FBI Visiting Scientist Program (VSP) is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for early career scientists and recent graduates to participate in forensic science research at the FBI Laboratory, one of the largest and most comprehensive crime labs in the world. Since 1982, the Lab’s research program has welcomed postgraduates and faculty on sabbatical and provided them a unique work experience.
Program participants perform research in areas of interest to law enforcement and national security under the guidance of leading Forensic Scientists at the FBI Laboratory in Quantico, Virginia. Participants receive monthly stipends commensurate with their educational level and a training and travel allowance.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Visiting Scientist program, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen.
- Be in compliance with the FBI Employment Drug Policy.
- Have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S.-accredited college or university in an appropriate science (chemistry, geology, and other physical sciences; biology and related disciplines; statistics; or forensic science) [or] be a faculty member at a U.S. accredited college or university.
- Have health insurance coverage (can be obtained through ORISE).
- Successfully complete an extensive FBI background investigation.
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Visiting Scientist Program Application Process
The FBI VSP is an FBI-sponsored educational program in partnership with Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) and is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE).
Qualified applicants must apply directly to ORISE using the key word FBI.
Entry-Level Openings
Are you an aspiring professional? If you are a student or recent graduate, you may be eligible for one of our entry-level positions.
No Current Openings
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Featured Initiatives
Beacon Project
The Beacon Project seeks to foster a genuine, long-lasting relationship between Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) and the FBI.
Wounded Warrior Internship Program (WWIP)
The WWIP offers applicants a formal means of transitioning back to the civilian workforce through rewarding assignments and career-driven experiences.
For more information, visit the WWIP section on our military and veterans page.
