A career choice you might not have considered is in the diplomatic corps. The epitome of a diplomatic career is considered an ambassador or a head of a diplomatic mission that represents their country in certain foreign situations. Diplomatic corps are the specialized units that oversee’s foreign involvements in ceremonial functions, international trade and compliance issues while on Canadian soil. Diplomatic corps help foreign heads of mission by administering accredited programs and serving as a central focus for documentation services.

However you are not limited to service only in Canada. You have multilingual skills and love to travel this could be the career choice for you. To qualify for consideration in this type of career as a student there are two programs you can consider applying for. The first is the Cadieux-Leger Fellowship which focuses on the complex challenges of foreign policy planning. If accepted into this fellowship you will have the chance to share your expertise while working in with the department. This valuable opportunity lasts for nine months and can be useful as a practical experience should you wish to pursue a career in the foreign affairs department.

The Human Security Fellowships is for doctoral students that want to further their research studies in countries that are either remote in location or in conflict. The research will focus on human security issues as well as policy development for several issues that maybe of consideration depending on the situations faced at that time. You can be a part of a network of academic advisors dedicated to making policy changes that make a difference in the world.

Diplomatic corps are highly trained individuals that fulfill a very important role by representing Canada on foreign soil. This is not a career you will find in the want ads. Networking and performance are important factors to consider as well as cultivate in an effort to help find positions as they open. RDG Careers can help you by searching worldwide openings that might be a good fit for your career expectations and also can put you in contact with the correct people in the Department of Foreign Affairs. This contact can put you on the path to training that is available to in four specific areas. The outcome can be an exciting and rewarding career as either a Management Consular, Commerce Officer, Policy Officer or a Foreign Service Officer. Each position is specific and utilizes mastered educational concepts that address specific issues regarding Canadian foreign policies.

By taking the first step of setting up an appointment with the right government agency or career agency that can assist you, you can begin to structure a career development plan that will get your out into the workplace. It takes preparation and practice to be prepared for an interview for a high profile career as a diplomatic corp.