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Is the Foreign Service Right for You?
Chart your Career Compatibility.  Use our interactive tool to see if you would enjoy the Foreign Service

Becoming a Foreign Service Officer or a Foreign Service Specialist presents a world of opportunities. But it isn't for everyone. While some people might find the job challenging, exciting, and rewarding, others will see it as a less-than-perfect match. Click above to find out if the Foreign Service is for you. There are 40 interactive questions, and the results will be converted into a bar chart that will help you as you evaluate career opportunities in the Foreign Service.

Learn about the Foreign Service and your family

 Family Liaison Office Flash Movie  

Since this career track affects you and your immediate family, you probably have a lot of questions about what can be expected and what support systems are in place to ease your transition to a global lifestyle. Watch a Flash movie above to see how our Family Liaison Office helps Foreign Service families prepare for and make the most of their global lifestyle. To learn more, visit our Family Liaison Office. New: This site has just added Frequently Asked Questions related to spouses who are not U.S. citizens.

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