There is no larger employer in the world than the United States Government.
Positions are available on a near regular basis, despite recent cutbacks.
Not only are there opportunities domestically, but employment outside the United States is a possibility on military bases, overseas embassies and various departments of defense and state agencies. This booklet discusses how to find an available job with the government, certain rules and requirements, job grades and advancements, addresses you can write to on employment sources and federal job banks and much more. There are many great opportunities for employment among the federal ranks. It does require following the rules and doing things exactly by the book but for those with the discipline and patience, there are great chances for employment. This booklet should be a primer for you to get started.