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Are you interested in pursuing a career beyond our national borders? The federal government maintains a substantial presence overseas and the positions available cover the entire spectrum of employment. The government needs the skills of engineers, chemists, economists, scientist, security professionals and more. There are many positions located in the U.S. that focus on international programs and policies. For example, international trade specialists with the Department of Agriculture research international agricultural markets to help negotiate trade agreements.
Foreign service positions located overseas: The federal government maintains a substantial presence overseas and the positions available cover the entire spectrum of employment. The government needs the skills of engineers, chemists, economists, scientists, security professionals, and more.
Foreign service positions located within the United States: There are many positions located in the U.S. that focus on international programs and policies. For example, international trade specialists with the Department of Agriculture research international agricultural markets to help negotiate trade agreements.
Top Countries by Number of Employees* | # of Current Employees |
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Germany | 7,160 |
Japan | 3,462 |
Republic of Korea | 2,186 |
Italy | 1202 |
United Kingdom | 571 |
Belgium | 345 |
Bahrain | 299 |
Spain | 216 |
Kuwait | 146 |
Saudi Arabia | 172 |
*This list includes all federal employees with job assignments overseas. Federal employees working in international relations-related jobs in the United States are not included. |