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Foreign Service Officer


Economic Officers: resourceful problem solvers who build and maintain positive economic and trade relations between the U.S. and other countries.

As an Economic Officer, you'll work with U.S. and foreign government officials, business leaders, and opinion-makers as you promote national security through economic security. As you learn new skills and enjoy outstanding benefits, you’ll influence and implement economic and trade policy as you help unravel the complexities of a global economy, in addition to:

  • Resolving market challenges, promoting fair practices, and expanding trade opportunity for the U.S.
  • Working with other countries to address business, environmental and health issues
  • Identifying global expansion opportunities for U.S. businesses to ensure that American entities can fairly compete for foreign investment and trade
  • Researching, advising, analyzing and interpreting the economic policies and business practices of foreign countries in order to advance U.S. economic interests
CAN YOU HELP AMERICA PROTECT U.S. INTERESTS ABROAD?

Economic Officers Resolve Global Market Issues and Policies

Tony, Economic Officer

Tony

  • Tony's work has taken him to Nigeria, China, Canada, Russia and Turkey.
  • "Using problem solving skills and existing relationships with Nigerian customs officials, my work will benefit domestic trade interests, as well as the host country’s economy."
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Heidi

  • Through her work as a Foreign Service Officer, Heidi has traveled to China, El Salvador and North Korea.
  • "I participate in important negotiations with foreign governments about a variety of issues – from housing construction after a natural disaster to resolving a nuclear crisis."

Ready to become an Economic Officer? Start the registration process to take the Foreign Service Officer Test!

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