FBI Visiting Scientist Program: Counterterrorism and Forensic Science

FBI logoThe ORISE Visiting Scientist Program (VSP) is an educational and training program designed to connect participants with unique resources at the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) laboratory.

The FBI Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit (CFSRU) provides technical leadership for the FBI as well as for other law enforcement and intelligence agencies through applied research and development.

What will I be doing? As a participant with the CFSRU VSP, you will have an opportunity to enhance your professional development and increase your research capabilities and contributions by participating in forensic research initiatives utilizing state-of-the-art equipment under the mentorship of CFSRU scientists. The VSP will expose you to a research environment in a high security government facility and provides an opportunity to perform research in areas of interest unique to law enforcement and national security.

Detailed information regarding the research topics and daily tasks can be found on the opportunity listing.

Where will I be located? Quantico, Virginia

Why should I apply?  Under the guidance of a mentor, you will perform sophisticated laboratory techniques using emerging technologies, judge the completeness and accuracy of research results, perform statistical analyses on data, and prepare written manuscripts for FBI review and publication in peer-reviewed journals.

The benefits include a competitive stipend and relocation up to $1,000. You will receive a travel allowance of $5,000 per appointment year to cover travel-related expenses to scientific and professional development activities. The initial appointment can be up to one year but may be renewed upon recommendation of FBI contingent on the availability of funds. The appointment can be made on a full-time or part-time basis.

Am I eligible? Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and have completed requirements for a Bachelor’s, Master, or PhD or complete all the requirements for the degree by the anticipated start date of the appointment.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Learn more about CFSRU and apply here.

New: FBI Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit Fellowship

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit’s (CFSRU) provides technical leadership for the FBI as well as for other law enforcement and intelligence agencies through applied research and development.

What will I be doing? As a participant with the Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research Unit’s (CFSRU) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP), you will have an opportunity to enhance your professional development and increase your research capabilities and contributions by participating in forensic research initiatives utilizing state-of-the-art equipment under the mentorship of CFSRU scientists. The VSP will expose you to a research environment in a high security government facility and provides an opportunity to perform research in areas of interest unique to law enforcement and national security.

More information regarding the research topics and daily tasks can be found on the opportunity listing.

Why should I apply?  Under the the guidance of a mentor you will perform sophisticated laboratory techniques using emerging technologies, judge the completeness and accuracy of research results, perform statistical analyses on data, and prepare written manuscripts for FBI review and publication in peer-reviewed journals.

There are summer or full-year appointments available on full or part-time basis. The benefits include a competitive stipend and relocation up to $1,000. Location is Quantico, Virginia.

Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and have completed requirements for a Bachelor’s, Master, or PhD or complete all the requirements for the degree by the anticipated start date of the appointment. Learn more and apply here.

FBI Internships and Jobs

FBI recruiters will be at Ohio State’s campus on November 5 from 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. and November 6 from 9:00a.m.- 3:00p.m speaking about various internship and job opportunities.

Internship:

The FBI Honors and Cyber internship programs allow students to explore what it is like to be a have a FBI career.

Participants will go through a 10-week program working side by side with agents in government service. The FBI deals with terrorists, cyber intrusions, business processes, and the protection of civil liberties.

In order to be considered, you must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be enrolled at an accredited college/university that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education
  • Qualify as a college freshmen (minimum 2nd semester), sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student
  • Hold a 3.0 GPA or higher at the time of application and maintain that GPA throughout the program

To schedule an interview with an FBI Recruiter, submit your resume and transcript through your school’s career website, where you will retrieve a code. Then register at www.fbijobs.gov, entering the code and selecting the Talent Network called Honors Internship Program.

Registration opens on www.fbijobs.gov on  October 5.2015. Resumes must be sent through the school’s career website. Paper resumes will not be accepted.

Job:

Currently, the FBI is hiring college graduates from diverse institutions to fill full-time, entry-level positions at FBI headquarters in Washington, D.C. and in the 56 field offices across the nation.

There is a high demand for candidates with degrees in computer science, information technology, accounting/finance, business administration, and engineering.

In order to be considered, you must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Hold an overall 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
  • Be enrolled or graduated from an accredited college/university that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education
  • Anticipate graduation by August 2016, or have received an undergraduate or higher level degree within the past two years (no earlier than August 2014).
  • Be an eligible veteran who received an undergraduate or higher level degree within the past six years (no earlier than August 2010)
  • Pass all of the FBI employment background investigation requirements and receive a Top Secret security clearance

To schedule an interview with an FBI Recruiter, submit your resume and transcript through your school’s career website, where you will retrieve a code. Then register at www.fbijobs.gov, entering the code and selecting the talent network that best represents your career goals.

Registration opens on www.fbijobs.gov on  October 5.2015. Resumes must be sent through the school’s career website. Paper resumes will not be accepted.