What kind of work is done exactly at the U.S. embassy's and how could someone get a job at one?

Question

I am thinking of international business or international relations as my major...what kind of diplomacy work is done at Embassy's and how could one apply for a job at one? Also, what does it take to work at an Embassy, not just the qualifications but how is the lifestyle? Do you live at the actual Embassy?

Answer 1

People could write volumes in response.  Generally though, an embassy is like any other multi-national company, with many departments ranging from human resources and  security to public diplomacy.  The types of positions you are referring to are filled through the US Department of State.  

Living can be anything from fantastic to horrific, depending on at which country you are posted.  Similarly, residences can be on the embassy grounds, on the diplomatic quarter, or in the local community.

See the sites below for more information:

http://www.careers.state.gov/

http://www.state.gov/m/dghr/hr/

http://www.careers.state.gov/students/