What is your Foreign Service Career Track?

Take this short quiz to discover your path in the Foreign Service

Five minutes to your recommended path

Discover your ideal Foreign Service career track with our interactive quiz! Dive into real-world scenarios, assess your interests, and uncover the path that perfectly aligns with your unique skills, passions, and decision-making style.

How it works

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Take the quiz

Answer 50 scenario-based questions designed to evaluate your interests and decision-making style. The quiz identifies the career tracks you’re most aligned with, highlighting those that resonate strongly with your preferences without excluding any potential paths.

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Dive into the results

Explore detailed insights about your recommended career track(s) to help you assess whether these roles align with your goals and aspirations.

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Expand your understanding

Choosing a career track is an important first step, but it’s only the beginning of your journey. By entering your email, you’ll gain access to valuable guidance to deepen your understanding of the Foreign Service career, lifestyle, and assessment process.

Why this quiz?

This quiz, originally provided by the U.S. Department of State to assist candidates, is designed to help you navigate the Foreign Service career tracks. Built around real-world scenarios that Officers encounter in their roles, it offers valuable insights to guide your path and ensure an informed career decision.

A simple step-by-step quickstart guide.

  • Framing. Six email lessons walk you through an introduction to the Foreign Service and initial application.
  • Tools and strategies to take action. The course includes recommended tools and strategies to help your preparation. 
  • Jumpstart your career in the FS. You can use this course to build your foundation to joining the Foreign Service. 
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