Foreign Service Specialist
Noe
“I believe in what we’re doing overseas, promoting democracy and this is my contribution in the manner I can do it. Service is something I think everyone should do.”
Joy
“We protect lives and information overseas. These days, protecting lives is at the forefront of everybody’s mind, and being able to contribute to that on a daily basis is what keeps me motivated to do my best every day.”
Jim
“I’ve got a passion for effective public administration. I think that one thing that really needs to be focused on in the Department and all across the public sector is making sure that all of our assets are maintained effectively and efficiently.”
David
“You get exposed to very unique experiences and very unique situations. All the psychiatric skills that I’ve learned over the years, you have an opportunity to apply that directly in many different ways, often unexpected ways.”
Chimere
“This is a very educational and challenging experience for me. It definitely gets me out of my comfort zone as well as gives me the opportunity to serve my country. I don’t have to worry about staying in a cube 24/7. There’s always something exciting going on.”
Catherine
“It’s a sense of adventure, and the sense of obligation and pride for the country that accepted my parents. I always thought I would join the Foreign Service, do it for a couple of years, and then move on. And after a couple of years, it was infectious. I didn’t want to leave.”