Join the Civil Service

At the core of our operations are our Civil Service professionals. They help to drive diplomatic principles and initiatives worldwide through conscientious work from their location in the United States. In short, they are dedicated to improving the world in which we live.

Working in Washington, D.C., or other cities throughout the United States, you’ll work on everything from improving trade opportunities for U.S. businesses, to helping American couples adopt children from overseas, to monitoring human rights issues.

A career with the Civil Service means that you can make a difference in the world. Start by looking at our map of where we work or reading about the different job categories.

Need help with understanding the different acronyms and terms used in Department of State vacancies? Civil Service Glossary of Terms.