General Company Info

The Central Intelligence Agency is at the forefront of our nation’s defense. We collect information, often clandestinely, overseas. We analyze the information we collect, and then present our intelligence analysis to US policymakers—either writing for or briefing them—so they can make the most informed decisions possible to protect the United States. We serve our warfighters overseas by providing them with our best intelligence to carry out their missions as effectively as possible. Ensuring the success of our operations requires providing the best and most self-reliant support possible, whether in communications, transportation, health services, or contracting.

Did you know?

CIA scientists developed the lithium-iodine battery, and laid the groundwork for the creation of Google Earth.

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Headquarters:
McLean, VA

2011 Staff: Classified

2011 Revenue: Classified

CIA’s recruiters bring to the Agency the best talent whose diversity reflects the nation we serve. Our paid student internships traditionally have led to staff positions for most participants. CIA recruiters and other staff employees visit hundreds of college campuses each year, attending career fairs, giving information sessions and sometimes offering hands-on simulations and other exercises to students. We have an award-winning and innovative advertising program and conduct outreach to diverse communities to let them know about career opportunities at CIA. We publicize that we hire for 90 different occupations, including librarians, nurses, and engineers.
In 2011, the CIA has recieved the following awards:
  • Workforce Diversity Achievement Award (Summer/Fall 2011) from Equal Opportunity Publications, Inc.
  • “Most Associated With Recruiting the Best Talent,” among undergrad business and engineering students, Universum.
  • Fourth as an “Ideal Employer” among government/public service agencies for undergraduate IT and business students.
You can search and apply for positions with the CIA on its careers website.
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