Has anyone tried or have joined Customs and Border Protection after the military?

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 14:27:00 -0400

I have applied for both Customs Officer and Border Patrol agent. I was wondering if anyone else has applied and have been hired. How long is the process? Which do you think is better. Thanks

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Jun 18 at 2016 2:31 PM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 14:31:42 -0400

Hello, I am very familiar with CBP, I would be happy to message as opposed to open link, your call.

Response by MAJ Keira Brennan made Jun 18 at 2016 4:52 PM

MAJ Keira Brennan — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 16:52:16 -0400

Best of luck!

Response by SPC George Rudenko made Jun 18 at 2016 8:43 PM

SPC George Rudenko — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 20:43:41 -0400

Response by SGT Brian Wall made Jun 18 at 2016 11:24 PM

SGT Brian Wall — Sat, 18 Jun 2016 23:24:44 -0400

Go to USAjobs.gov there are currently positions open for CBP. it will allow you to fill out the application and upload your resume.

Response by Capt Brandon Charters made Jun 19 at 2016 7:47 AM

Capt Brandon Charters — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 07:47:42 -0400

SSG Private RallyPoint Member Great question. We happen to have over 100 RallyPoint veterans who became a part of the CBP team after their military service. Feel free to connect with them directly and ask any questions about the organization and application / interview process. Really wishing you the best of luck on your next steps there. https://www.rallypoint.com/units/u-s-customs-and-border-protection/current

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Response by SGT Robert Zuniga made Jun 19 at 2016 8:21 PM

SGT Robert Zuniga — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 20:21:06 -0400

Same for me. Message me. Current BP.

Response by MSG Dan Castaneda made Jun 21 at 2016 7:10 AM

MSG Dan Castaneda — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 07:10:57 -0400

I interviewed with ICE and one of the first questions I was asked was, "how old are you?" The interview was on the day of my 38th birthday and I was automatically disqualified (because of my age). The interview seem to take a "I think were done here." Never mind the fact that I was born and raised in a border town. Speak Spanish fluently, have a degree, a TS, and a retired Green Beret. Oh well their loss.

Response by SSG Mark Franzen made Jun 22 at 2016 10:55 PM

SSG Mark Franzen — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 22:55:56 -0400

I worked for the 42nd customs group and Inspected house hold stuff going back state side from Germany I applied a couple times no Luck but I would try doesn't hurt good luck.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 28 at 2016 8:57 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 08:57:45 -0400

Yes. I got out in 09. Finished my BAS and got picked up by USBP right away. My process took about 10 months. I'd rather go BP for sure.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 29 at 2016 11:30 AM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 29 Jun 2016 11:30:53 -0400

Both suck almost equally I've worked with both both have pros and cons hit me up if you want to know more

Response by PO2 Gerardo Martinez made Jun 16 at 2020 9:15 AM

PO2 Gerardo Martinez — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 09:15:19 -0400

Did you ever join the Patrol after all? I'm an agent if you have questions.