Giosue F. Silvagnoli

Vice President, CBP Explorers Group

2021-2022

• Engaged in comprehensive training sessions, community service projects, and educational seminars to explore careers in law enforcement and border security.
• Developed essential skills including leadership, teamwork, integrity, and responsibility through program activities.
• Participated in ride-alongs, attended conferences, and will soon be competing in regional and national competitions to gain practical exposure and insights into CBP operations.
• Interacted with seasoned professionals in the field to understand the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges faced by CBP officers and agents.

• Gained insight into passenger screening procedures both in primary and secondary stages, understanding the protocols and techniques employed for thorough security checks.
• Conducted comprehensive security, health, and passenger checks aboard multiple cargo ships, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Managed passenger logistics for multiple ferry operations, providing assistance and direction to ensure efficient boarding and disembarkation processes.
• Aided in the identification of passengers upon arrival of ships at our docks, facilitating smooth and accurate processing through attentive observation and documentation.
• Observed interviews conducted with individuals entering illegally who had warrants or other legal issues, gaining firsthand insight into immigration enforcement procedures.

• Provided support by helping dismantle deadly equipment.
• Assisted in planning and executing transportation logistics for VIPs, determining the optimal route from point A to point B. Ensuring smooth and secure transportation throughout the journey.
• Completed multiple First Aid and CPR training courses to ensure readiness and proficiency in emergency response protocols.
• Attended firing range sessions to acquire comprehensive knowledge of firearm safety protocols and procedures
• Engaged in regular morning physical training sessions with the officers.
• Acquired a deep understanding of the core values and principles upheld by the Special Response Team (SRT) through dedicated study and practical application.
• Received comprehensive Close Quarters Combat (CQC) training encompassing both armed and unarmed techniques.
• Contributed creative ideas utilized in the planning of the CBP DFO Roberto Vaquero's inauguration ceremony. Demonstrated motivated involvement by participating in pre-event planning sessions and assisted in route planning and security arrangements for the event.

• Provided administrative support by completing tasks such as filing documents, taking inventory, and discarding of sensitive documents.
• Organized documents given into accessible formats for easy retrieval.
• Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.