How does an individual get started as an FBI agent?
— Ophelia Thomas There are currently five Special Agent entry programs: Law, Accounting, Language, Computer Science/Information Technology, and Diversified. If an individual wants to be considered as a candidate for employment as an FBI Special Agent, the first step is to fill out the Application Checklist for the Special Agent Position (FD-869), the short form application titled Preliminary Application for the Special Agent Position (FD-646), the Special Agent Qualifications Questionnaire (SAQQ) (FD-843), and the Applicant Background Survey (FD-804), and return these forms to her local FBI field office. To read more detailed information about the application requirements and the application process, visit www.fbijobs.com/jobdesc.asp?requisitionid=368. What are the channels to building a career with the FBI? — Ophelia Thomas You might be surprised to learn that the majority of agents do not aspire to become supervisors. These agents thrive on conducting investigations. If an agent do
