intelligence corp- Operator technical intelligence- linguist OPTI Flashcards
what does the intelligence corp do?
The Intelligence Corps are responsible for information gathering and intelligence analysis.
Modern military operations are dependent on the provision of highly accurate and timely intelligence
embedded in all parts of the Military to ensure that the Army’s operations are successful.
One of the smallest parts of the army but have a huge impact
where is the intelligence corps headquarters
INTELLIGENCE CORPS HQ
Chicksands, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17 5PR Telephone: 01462 752135
how many battalions are there in intelligence corp
there are 7 battalions I believe and then each have sub units
1 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
is a regular Army unit under the operational command of 1st (UK) Division.
t is tasked with providing intelligence to help Commanders make informed decisions as well as providing predictive assessment of our adversaries intentions
2 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE (EXPLOITATION) BATTALION
is a regular Army unit under the operational command of the 1st Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Brigade
3 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
is an Army Reserve unit under operational command of the 1st Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Brigade. They are based in London and Cambridge.
4 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
The largest concentration of Int Corps personnel in the Army, focused on supporting the Warfighting Division
4 Military Intelligence Battalion is a regular Army unit under the operational command of the 1st Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Brigade. It is tasked with supporting the warfighting Division of the British Army: 3 (UK) Division with its Armoured Infantry and Strike Brigades.
5 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
5 Military Intelligence Battalion is an Army Reserve unit under the operational command of the 1st Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Brigade. Our headquarters is in Edinburgh, with sub-units / detachments located in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Gateshead, Leeds and Nottingham.
The Battalion supports the Army in two main ways. Firstly we recruit and train Military Intelligence soldiers and officers so that they are ready to deploy on operations. Secondly, using advanced military IT systems at our bases, we have the capability to conduct real-time intelligence work during training nights and weekends.
6 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
6 Military Intelligence Battalion is highly operationally focused. Most of its officers and soldiers have completed operational deployments to the Balkans, Iraq, and Afghanistan. When deployed they are completely integrated with and work alongside their regular army Intelligence Corps counterparts.
7 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION
7 Military Intelligence (MI) Battalion is an Army Reserve unit based in the south and has three Companies.
71 MI Company based in Bristol and Exeter.
73 MI Company in Hermitage.
74 MI Company in Newport.
why do you want to join the intelligence corp
to be part of a small but important team interests me. i would love to be able to be challenged.
I am really interested in making a long career out of the army but I have to make sure that I have transferable skills as well for when i would eventually leave. I am really interested in the operator technical intelligence as I have a keen interest in languages and enjoy learning, I find it fascinating. There is a lot of training for that job and I would be excited to learn as much as I can for it
I know that the intelligence corp is one of the smallest with under 2000 soldiers in total. And there are opportunities to either specialise in cyber warfare or communications, I am mostly looking at communications as the opportunity to be able to learn a foreign language to a high level excites me.
what training
- Phase 1. Basic military Training at Pirbright, Surrey, or Winchester, Hampshire.
- Phase 2. training takes place at the Defence Intelligence Training Group Chicksands near Bedford.
- 15-week course in the foundations of technical intelligence analysis.
you’ll progress on to the Junior Command and Leadership course to promote to the rank of Lance Corpora - 18 week course in language
what grades do you need/ what do you need to achieve at assessment centre
A minimum of 5 GCSE, or equivalents at C or above, with one coming in English Language and the other four in academic subjects
- GTI score of 55 or above
- British Army assessment grade A or B
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to any situation
- Physical and mental robustness
- Communication skills
- Potential
what is a brief history of the intelligence corp
Wellington’s Peninsula Campaign, consent of King George VI on 15 July 1940, Ever since it has deployed in support of every British operation, from the jungles of Malaya to the deserts of Iraq.
Pre-First World War
Ad hoc groups are formed for wars but no formal organisation exists. MI5 is formed in 1909 and MI6 in 1912.
On 01 February 1985 the Intelligence Corps was officially declared an ‘Arm’ (combat support) instead of a ‘Service’ (rear support).
First World War
A rag tag collection of specialised civilians forms the first ‘Intelligence Corps’, which is disbanded in 1918.
19 July 1940
King George VI formally agrees to the Intelligence Corps’ formation.
King George VI formally agrees to the Intelligence Corps’ formation.
Second World War
Intelligence support to all elements of the British Army. Notably significant numbers joined the SOE and Commandos, often fighting behind enemy lines.
1947-2001
A major role in counter intelligence and espionage during the Cold War. As well as Russia focused work, the Corps was also heavily involved in Northern Ireland and deployed in over a dozen conflicts from the Korean War to the Falklands.
2001 - present
Developed a reputation for excellence in Counter-Insurgency, supporting Britain’s counter-terrorism efforts in Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Africa, and Asia. The Corps continues to support the British Army on all of their operations.
what are the specialisms
Operational Intelligence
Counter Intelligence and Security
Imagery Intelligence
Signals Intelligence (incl. linguist work)
Human Intelligence
Cyber Intelligence
Open Source Intelligence
Material and Personnel Exploitation
Conflicts and Emergencies Post 1945
involved in all conflicts and emergencies including: Palestine, Malaya, Korean War, Cyprus, Suez, Brunei, Indonesia, Dhofar (Oman), Northern Ireland, Falkland Islands, the Gulf, Africa, the Former Yugoslavia, Sierra Leone, Iraq and Afghanistan. On 01 February 1985 the Intelligence Corps was officially declared an ‘Arm’ (combat support) instead of a ‘Service’ (rear support).
will you be abroad
You will normally be employed in the UK with some overseas postings, mainly on short term (normally six month) operational deployments. Here you will employ your language and analysis skills and hone your specialist knowledge to produce complex intelligence reports.
what languages will you learn
either farsi, Arabic and French.. Russian and Spanish are available later in your career
what does the intelligence corp offer you
Real responsibility at a very junior level in your career
- A varied and challenging career
- Your work will impact on real time operations and campaign planning
- You will work with some of the brightest and most capable soldiers in the British Army
how hard is it to pass intelligence corps selection ?
quite hard but not impossible, there are less than 2000 soldiers so they are careful with who they bring in. the pass rate is at least 50%. there I will have to do an English and maths test similar to gcse pass grade.
what do you need to practice for intelligence selection
. Keep up to date on current affairs - not just domestic news but global issues affecting UK national security. Practice your public briefing, potentially in front of family and friends.
what is operator technical intelligence?
Operator Technical Intelligence - A specialist trade focusing on Signals Intelligence, Cyber, or Languages. Much of this work supports covert and sensitive operations.
“MY ROLE INVOLVES LISTENING TO INTERCEPTED ENEMY COMMUNICATIONS”
pathway of linguist
The opportunity exists for INT CORPS personnel to be trained in the use of a number of different languages. Currently the major languages that the INT CORPS trains personnel in are Arabic, Farsi, and Russian. On completion of the 12-24 month duration language course the individual is then provided the opportunity to use their language in support of operational requirements.
why this role
why would you be good at this role
