Position Summary:
As an Economic Analyst at CIA, you’ll assess foreign economic, trade, and financial interests that affect U.S. security interests. Economists working in regional offices focus on a range of macroeconomic and microeconomic issues facing the country or region, while economists working transnational issues take a broader, global approach to these issues and deep dive into technical details. Analysts may assess illicit financial activities, including terrorist and criminal networks, money laundering, or foreign corruption.
Required Education & Experience:
- You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
- Interest in a career that requires regular writing assignments
- CIA is a drug-free workforce. The issue of illegal drug use is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
- You must apply online, while in the United States.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred.
- Strong verbal presentation skills
- You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC, area.
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise text
- Research experience in international affairs
- You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national U.S. citizens are eligible).
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation