How to Apply for a Customs Immigration Job

There are many job opportunities in customs immigration. These positions are available through the federal government and typically require U.S. citizenship.

Instructions

1. Create a professional resume and cover letter detailing your experience, education, licenses and credentials in customs immigration.

2. Apply for positions within the three tiers of the Department of Homeland Security--the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Department, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and/or the Customs and Border Protection.

3. Apply at the United States Citizen and Immigration Services Department at www.USCIS.gov. A link at the bottom of the page entitled "careers" will connect you to the federal jobs database. You may also call the USCIS for automated information on open positions.

4. Apply for position through Immigration and Customs Enforcement by visiting www.ice.gov and searching for careers. The primary site for immigration and customs enforcement jobs is wwwUSAjobs.gov. Be sure to read the requirements for each position.

5. Apply to the Customs and Border Protection by visiting www.CBP.gov. and clicking on the career section.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure to read job requirements carefully as each department may have different criteria for the same position.

• Federal background checks are mandatory for applicants. You must have a clean history.

• Knowing more than one language may increase your chances of being hired.

References

• Finding a job for Homeland Security
• How federal jobs are filled

Resources

• Immigration and Customs enforcement
• US Customs and Border protection
• US citizenship and immigration Service