Immigration Enforcement Agent

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents enforce immigration laws, detect and stop drug and human trafficking, and provide security at airports and government buildings. ICE agents conduct raids to apprehend illegal immigrants. Since terrorism is a major concern, ICE agents monitor border crossings closely to stop suspected terrorists from entering the country. ICE agents are typically stationed at federal buildings, border crossing stations, and other outdoor areas. ICE agents typically earn anywhere from $47,791 to 61,671 a year.

ICE agents are required to hold bachelor’s degree in any subject, but agents usually obtain degrees in criminal justice or a field related to national security. If you’re interested in a career as an ICE agent, you must prove that you’ve lived in the United States for 3 of the last 5 years prior to applying and have documentation proving American citizenship. You must be 40 years old or younger at the time of applying. Applicants are also required to have previous work experience (preference is given to applicants with government agency work experience), pass a written test and background check, hold a valid driver’s license, and pass a physical fitness exam.

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