I was determined to get into the Intelligence Corps but in order to do so, I had to stretch the truth which turned out to be much more flexible than I had given it credit for. Enjoy.
I managed to sneak my way into the Int Corps. One of the timed tests was based on the alphabet. 'If c-2=a, then atq-14=' etc. by writing the alphabet out in tiny letters along the inside of my finger I managed to answer them all correctly in record time :)
Well, I wouldn't worry. I ended up being quite a good linguist with some degree of fluency in German, Arabic, French and Spanish. For Arabic I went to the Army Language School for a three month intensive course. If you have a talent in a particular area, it will surface. Good luck.
You don't. They will ask you if you have any language skills, most do not, if you are already in a TA or regular unit/regiment that will go a long way as they prefer to have you trained for MATTS and basic infantry fighting school before hand, saves time before your OPMI course. Show a great interest in UK foreign historical policy and legacy, know you capitals and geography, sports interests and academic interests like photography, languages and an understanding of conflict culture from both sides. Then tell them why and what section of MI you are interested most in, HUMINT, aerial interpretation, field security....... you get the picture. Then it's pot luck. Security vetting and DV status takes the most time. Good luck.
@@michaelrocharde7444 No worries mate, I am an ex linguist myself. Your story made me laugh - 50 points for bluffing your way past a Rupert. Not sure why it wasn't picked up in your vetting though. Thanks for the reply.
