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The federal government offers unique hiring paths to help hire individuals that represent our diverse society. Learn more about each hiring path and your eligibility.

• Open to the public U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Federal employees Current or former federal employees in the competitive or excepted services.

• Veterans Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.

• Military spouses Military spouses relocating under PCS orders, or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.

• National Guard & reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

• Students & recent graduates Current students enrolled in or who have graduated from an accredited educational institution

• Senior executives Individuals looking for an executive level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

• Individuals with disabilities Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

• Family of overseas employees Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is, or was, working overseas.

• Native Americans Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.

• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps VISTA Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

• Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.