The Coast Guard is one of our nation's five military services. They exist to defend and preserve the United States. They protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made. They protect these interests in U.S. ports and inland waterways, along the coasts, on international waters. Request information or begin an application online. The Coast Guard will pay for a flight to Boise to complete enrollment. To find a recruiter visit: https://www.gocoastguard.com/about-us/find-recruiter.

The Department of Homeland Security was formed after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, as part of a national effort to safeguard the United States against terrorism. Missions include: Preventing terrorism and enhancing security Managing borders Administering immigration laws Securing cyberspace Ensuring disaster resilience Oversees: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers Federal Protective Services U.S. Customs and Border Protection Transportation Security Administration (TSA) U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Secret Service Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)