Investigator Schools and Career Info

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I was surprised to find that you actually have to see dead people and investigate the scenery for clues and evidence. As an investigator I need to make sure I...[full comment]

Best part is meeting different types of people. Worst part is having to explain everything about someone's life can be very long and tedious.[full comment]

Remember that everything you do, every decision you make (good and bad) can have consequences. If you hope to enter into the military, or have a career in law enforcement,...[full comment]

 
 

School and Career Surprises: Tips From People on the Job

Each comment from a investigator includes their career and school satisfaction ratings.

Career: "I was surprised to find that you actually have to see dead people and investigate the scenery for clues and evidence. As an investigator I need to make sure I have really good eye sight and I can stay on top of things to make sure I learn from everything and get the job done right to fight for justice for the victims."

School: Studied Criminal Justice at Ashford University in Iowa; completed Bachelor degree in 2011.
Career: Investigator, female, 1 years of experience, currently based in South Carolina.

Best & Worst Things About This Career

As reported by people currently doing the job

"Best part is meeting different types of people. Worst part is having to explain everything about someone's life can be very long and tedious."

School : BS-SUNY Brockport, MS-Boston University
Career: Background Investigator, currently based in New York.;

Tips for Succeeding in This Career

Helpful Info From Insiders

"Remember that everything you do, every decision you make (good and bad) can have consequences. If you hope to enter into the military, or have a career in law enforcement, it is important to maintain a clean record. By clean I don't mean that everyone has to like you, I mean that most people around you see you as someone who tries hard, has a good attitude and stays pretty much out of trouble."

School : BS-SUNY Brockport, MS-Boston University
Career: Background Investigator, currently based in New York.;