<p>Anybody ever think of working for the FBI, or another Federal Agency with their JD degree?</p>
<p>Yes, I considered applying to the FBI, as well as other federal agencies (several cabinet-level offices, and some jobs at the US House of Representatives).</p>
<p>To become a FBI special agent as an attorney, you generally have to have 3 years of full-time work experience (not internships or part-time jobs). You also need to pass vision tests, a physical fitness exam, a polygraph test, a written exam, and a pretty extensive background check, among other things. I might try it in a few years.</p>
<p>stacy- as long as you are in the know-- does the 3 year full time work experience mean 3 years/post JD degree and "law related" or could it include a few years full time work experience post BA degree but before JD degree is awarded?<br>
Thanks!</p>
<p>Thats cool stacy, I hear some of the best benefits are unknown to the public. Have you thought of applying to one of the internships, like the honors? You go to Washington D.C for the summer, you get paid for your work, they pay your housing, and you get to live with other students. You only need a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, but I'm sure there's a lot of other things that they look at.</p>
<p>marny--I'm not sure; I think you can apply with 3 yrs of any full-time experience but you'd certainly be more likely to be hired with 3 yrs of law experience (or experience in one of the other preferred tracks, like accounting or law enforcement). My sense is that if you're fluent in one of their desired languages that can also substitute for some experience. The web site spells everything out pretty well.</p>
<p>pds--I'm past the internship phase (graduating from law school this spring). In a few years, when I've had enough work experience, I might apply through the regular special agent track (if I can meet the vision requirements...that might be a problem for me).</p>
<p>stacy- thanks for the info. I didn't realize you were graduating this year. Best of luck to you!!</p>