Search for government jobs
Finding federal jobs
USAJobs
- Build a profile.
- Save your federal resume.
- Search for internship and job opportunities.
- Set email alerts for openings.
Federal job codes
Unlike private sector positions, each federal position correlates with a specific numeric code. Using USAJOBS, you can filter by job code in the search bar.
Using USAJobs
Identify Agencies of Interest
- Filter your search by agency.
- Review requirements for job codes of interest.
- Check the locations of roles at the agency.
- Note key qualifications.
- Check the grade scale to ensure you qualify.
Work Swiftly
- Save a substantive federal resume to USAJOBS.
- Keep the application limit in mind.
- Popular roles meet their cap within 24 hours.
- Make any edits before the application deadline.
- Be sure to submit the right version of your resume.
Tips for a Competitive Application
- Tailor your resume to each position.
- Use bullet points to highlight qualifications from the job posting.
- Save a pdf of job postings when you apply.
- After 30 days, follow up politely with the contact listed in the job posting.