Also called: Foreign Agent, International Lobbyist
Lobbies the U.S. government on behalf of a foreign country or foreign company, registered under federal law.
Under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, people who lobby for foreign governments must publicly register. They might help a country win support for a trade deal or arms sale, setting up meetings and organizing trips for lawmakers. It's an unusual blend of diplomacy and lobbying.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 10 years after high school. Bachelor's plus international or government experience; often a JD.
Ways in: 4-year college, Professional school, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: International Relations, Political Science, Law (JD), Foreign Languages.
Growing about average.
Low risk for 10 years. AI helps with research and required filings; diplomacy-style relationship work with officials stays human.
Classes: A world language, AP World History, AP U.S. Government, Speech and debate.
Official data: O*NET occupation 13-1199.
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