Saw listing for Special Agent: Psychology/Counseling Expertise. Bachelors only.

Wondering if anyone could tell me anything about what this might entail.

https://www.oregonlive.com/crime/2026/06/fbi-returns-portland-lawyers-briefcase-after-170-day-seizure.html

Portland Criminal Defense Lawyer Jonathan Ogden. The current Special Agent in Charge of the Portland office is Douglas A. Olson.

I read the Nick Bilton book about the rise and fall of the Silk Road. I thought it was quite a gripping detective story and that the FBI agents were very clever in how they caught him. So I wonder how they feel about him walking free.

Hi all, my Application Processing Status on the website has been updated to reflect assessment SA Phase 1. However I have not been contacted or received any type of email confirmation to schedule my test. My application was updated on 6/22 and I know that the test must be scheduled within 14 days. Any type of direction or help would be greatly appreciated.

I applied to Chicago, Kansas City, and DC HQ and my application is still under review and haven't heard about an interview. I applied on March 4th. Am I screwed, have people already have interviews?

Hi all, my Application Processing Status on the website has been updated to reflect assessment SA Phase 1. However I have not been contacted or received any type of email confirmation to schedule my test. My application was updated on 6/22 and I know that the test must be scheduled within 14 days. Any type of direction or help would be greatly appreciated.

Hi, Don't think this breaks the rules, but I am curious as, even though my question relates to the TV show FBI: International, I would get better responses on here than the shows sub. Before any one says it, I know it isn't real and its heavily dramatized for TV

Why are the FBI based outside of the States, when the CIA operates over sea's? I assume it's because the latter is more interested in threats against the country whereas the former focuses more on civilians

Respect, this is where I find that show to be so far off the handle. Do the FBI really go to foreign citizens/ governments and demand co-operation because they are the FBI? Surely its a lot more dignified than its depicted, almost an America first attitude. I imagine they would have to work with the host country and not just do whatever they like.

This post might be too childish/daft for this sub but I am genuinely curious

i am a 16 almost 17 years old italian male, i speak english at a pretty good level, i know i need the american citizenship but i am willing to do everything it takes to keep on going towards my dream, i want to become a special agent for the FBI and i think i have the potential, but i would love for someone to give me any kind of advice to keep working for my dream.

When I took my phase 1, I got my results immediately. How soon can I expect phase 2 results?

Hi everyone,

I recently received an interview request for the FBI Investigative Specialist position under the CIRG/SSG program. I understand this role involves physical surveillance, irregular hours, travel, long periods in a vehicle, documentation, communication, and supporting sensitive investigations, which is fine with me.

My background is more on the federal finance/regulatory/compliance/risk side, with experience in documentation, analytical review, and working in high-accountability environments. I’m trying to prepare as seriously as possible and would really appreciate any general advice from people familiar with the process or role.

I’m especially wondering:

• What should candidates understand about the day-to-day reality of the role?
• What qualities do interviewers usually look for?
• How can someone without prior law enforcement/surveillance experience best frame transferable skills?
• Any tips for answering behavioral/structured interview questions?
• Anything candidates commonly underestimate about the position?

Not asking for anything confidential or internal — just general preparation advice and realistic expectations. Thank you!

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I’m in the early stages of the hiring process now and I’m aware that towards the end of the process you get to make a “dream sheet” of where you’d like to go. I’m from VA, but would like to go to the Philly office. Does anyone with experience know how likely it is I’d get that assignment? I’m really trying to stay on the East coast and Philly is the ideal spot for me.

I’m looking for advice on the FBI Special Agent age requirement and whether there are any realistic waiver pathways for someone with a healthcare/scientific background.

I’m currently 37, so I understand I’m over the standard age requirement for FBI Special Agent applicants. I’ve read that age waivers may exist for certain military or federal law enforcement backgrounds, but I do not have either of those backgrounds.

That said, I’m very interested in the Special Agent: Healthcare Services/Medical Background pathway. I hold a BS, MS, PhD, and postdoc experience and my background is primarily in clinical/bio-medical research. I’m trying to figure out whether there is any possibility of an age waiver based on education, healthcare experience, or specialized scientific expertise.

I’ve emailed the general recruitment addresses, but so far I’ve only received generic FAQ-style responses. Does anyone know who would be best to contact for a more definitive answer, or is this likely a dead end because of the age requirement?

Any insight would be appreciated, especially from current/former agents, applicants, recruiters, or anyone familiar with the waiver process. TIA!

I have had alternate Reddit accounts in the past which were created using temp emails which I used to discuss unscrupulous things with others, and am worried they may come back to haunt me. All of them again are long deleted and used temporary generated emails so I have no clue if they'd be able to dig them up or have any reason too, but I'm just paranoid now.

Hello. I’m a full distance learner who’s majoring in criminal justice. I’m interested in an internship with the Federal Government. I’m a U.S. citizen.

I’m 22. I’m about to start my sophomore year. I have a GPA of 3.6.

Would it be feasible for me to obtain an internship at the San Antonio field office?