customs enforcement professional

A career as a Border Patrol Agent offers you the chance to make a real difference in keeping our nation safe and secure.

• Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration laws and inspecting documents to determine citizenship are just some of the key responsibilities that come with this highly rewarding role.

1. Federal law enforcement experience is preferred but not necessary. New agents undergo rigorous training at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Academy in Artesia, N.M., which includes classroom instruction and practical exercises such as obstacle courses designed to simulate real-life scenarios;