Recruitment
Wanted: Government Jobs
When federal agencies recruit, Americans respond.
| 2002 HIRING EFFORT | POSITIONS | APPLICANTS |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation Security Administration screener hiring | 62,000 | 1.7 million |
| Customs Service law enforcement hiring | 2,300 | 40,000 |
| FBI special agent hiring | 900 | 47,000 |
| Foreign Service recruitment | 465 | 35,000 |
| Interagency technology job fair | 270 | 20,000 |
| Environmental Protection Agency intern program | 25 | 1,500 |
Experience Counts
Just 30 percent of government's new hires are under 30.
| Age | % |
|---|---|
| 20s and under | 30% |
| 30-39 | 31% |
| 40-49 | 26% |
| 50s and up | 13% |
Sources: Agency reports, OPM 2002
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