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The federal government employs around 2 million full-time civilian workers. These employees provide a variety of critical services to the American public, from defending our national security to protecting public health and the environment.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, many Americans still view the federal government as an impersonal bureaucracy. The Partnership strives to change that perception by telling stories about the power of public service<\/a>, working to rebuild trust in government<\/a> and inspiring a new generation of public servants<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recently asked a group of federal employees to share one thing they wanted the public to know about public service. Here\u2019s what they had to say.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Disproving the myth<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

According to our recent research, only about one-third of Americans<\/a> say they trust the federal government.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yet many of the public servants we heard from want to connect with and help the people they serve. \u201cWe are all here to help others,\u201d said Jean R. from the Food and Drug Administration. \u201cWe are not out to get you,\u201d said Vanessa M. from the IRS. \u201cWe are everyday people trying assist you.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

John T. from the Social Security Administration summed up this sentiment well: \u201cCareer public servants care about the mission of serving the American public!\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meaningful career opportunities <\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our government offers jobs in a range of disciplines, and working in federal service doesn\u2019t always mean sitting in an office in Washington, D.C. \u201cThere are so many different jobs and experiences,\u201d said Maxine M. from the Department of Health and Human Services.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public service can also provide significant professional development opportunities. \u201cThe government provides tons of opportunities for networking and professional development, whether its training in technical competency skills or soft skills like communication and leadership,\u201d said Eric W. from the Federal Aviation Administration.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere are lots of ways to learn and grow personally and professionally while working in government,\u201d said Patrice W. from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gratifying work<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Several respondents highlighted the rewarding nature of their work. \u201cYou touch someone with your work each and every day,\u201d said Alketa S. from the SSA. Gail G. from the Health Resources and Services Administration agreed, stating that she\u2019s driven by her \u201ccare for the mission\u201d and her goal of \u201cmaking a difference.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Others emphasized the diversity of the federal workforce and the positive work environment. \u201cPeople from all walks of life come together and work on behalf of the American people,\u201d said Ashley A. from the Peace Corps.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe people you will work alongside are some of the smartest, most passionate, service-oriented people in the world. It’s an amazing environment,\u201d said Doug F. from the Department of Commerce.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you would like to read more inspiring stories of public servants, subscribe to our Five Stories of Public Service newsletter\u202f<\/em>here.<\/em><\/a> To learn more about jumpstarting a career in the federal workforce, visit <\/em>GoGovernment<\/em><\/a>.<\/em> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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