border agent career opportunities

The U.S. Border Patrol is seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to fill entry-level positions as Border Patrol Agents.

• Detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration laws and inspect documents for citizenship or violations


• Prevent and apprehend undocumented noncitizens and smugglers at or near borders using surveillance techniques


• Analyze physical evidence, such as tracks and marks, to identify illegal entries or contraband


• Maintain vigilance while patrolling international boundaries using a variety of government assets like vehicles, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, motorcycles etc.