Review ICE mission and component requirements (ERO, HSI, etc.)
Meet baseline eligibility: U.S. citizenship, minimum age, background suitability, and ability to pass required medical/fitness standards
Earn qualifying education and/or work experience aligned to the hiring announcement
Build relevant experience (law enforcement, investigations, criminal justice, intelligence, immigration, or related fields)
Improve language skills, especially Spanish, if applicable to the role
Maintain a clean record and be prepared for extensive background investigation
Apply through USAJOBS for ICE positions (federal hiring announcements)
Monitor USAJOBS for ICE-specific postings and special hiring paths (where available)
Submit a complete application with required documents (resume, transcripts, and any supporting materials)
Pass required assessments listed in the announcement (writing, testing, structured interviews, etc.)
Complete background check, security screening, and suitability review
Pass medical exam and fitness/physical requirements (as specified)
Complete ICE/Federal training after selection (academy and role-specific training)
Stay current on hiring timelines, requirements, and documentation updates on USAJOBS and ICE recruitment pages