How To Apply US Federal Government Jobs Federal Government EmploymentThere are job openings in federal agencies across the country. If you’re interested in one, visit USAJOBS.gov. It’s the official job site for the federal government. There, you can:
- Search for jobs, including ones in high demand.
- Learn how the government hires people.
- Find student job opportunities with the government.
- Learn about government jobs for non-U.S. citizens.
How to Apply for a Federal Job Through USAJOBS
You must create a USAJOBS profile to apply.
- USAJOBS requires users to have a login.gov account. Sign up with login.gov.
- Sign into USAJOBS, create your profile, and upload your resume.
- Search for jobs that interest you.
- Review the job announcements to see if you qualify.
- Prepare your application in USAJOBS.
- Submit your application through USAJOBS to the federal agency with the job opening.
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Search for Jobs at a Specific Agency
Though most federal agencies post their jobs on USAJOBS, some post jobs on their websites. If you want to work for a specific agency, find its website through the A-Z Index of Government Agencies.
- Explore local and virtual federal hiring events and training opportunities.
There is never an application fee or a testing fee to apply for a government or U.S. Postal Service job.
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Veterans
If you’ve served in the military and want to find a federal job, check out FedsHireVets.gov. It has information on:
- Veterans’ preference
- Special hiring authorities
- Other tips for vets and transitioning service members seeking federal civilian jobs
Federal Jobs for People with Disabilities
If you’re looking for a job and have a disability, you might consider working for the federal government.
Advantages of Government Jobs for People with Disabilities
The federal government:
- Uses Schedule A, a non-competitive hiring process. It’s faster and easier than the competitive process.
- Provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees
You can also apply for jobs through the competitive hiring process.
Finding and Applying for Federal Jobs
You can search and apply online for most jobs at USAJOBS.gov.
- Check out USAJOBS’ tips for individuals with disabilities. It covers Schedule A and other factors in applying for a job.
Apply for a Job Through an Agency
Contact the agency’s Selective Placement Program Coordinator (SPPC) for help.
College Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities
Find summer jobs, internships, and permanent positions through the Workforce Recruitment Program.
Veterans with Disabilities
Special hiring authorities let agencies appoint vets with service-connected disabilities to jobs.