Path to Foreign Service
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Lifestyle

Joining the Foreign Service is more than just a career, it’s a lifestyle.

Joining the Foreign Service is far more than embarking on a career; it’s a commitment to a distinctive lifestyle. Diplomats are the face of their home country in nations around the globe, embodying diplomacy and international relations at their most personal level. Ultimately, joining the Service is about embracing a life of change, challenge, and impact.

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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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