Program Assistant, Professional Development and Experiential Programs

Program Assistant – Career and Professional Development

Career and Professional Development (CPD) at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is seeking a Program Assistant. The Program Assistant is responsible for planning and coordinating events, programs, and activities that support Virginia Tech’s on‑campus internship program, Campus intern

EXP, and other administrative tasks that contribute to successful work‑based learning and internship support services.

The Program Assistant will work with the Professional Development and Experiential Programs team to conceptualize, execute, and manage programs, services, and resources that help Virginia Tech students gain meaningful career experiences and professional networks. Duties include event planning, program coordination, data and budget management, collaboration with campus partners, and consultative outreach to employers to advance work‑based learning opportunities.

• A bachelor’s degree.
• Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in project/program coordination with attention to detail.
• Organization and ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Demonstrated adaptability and professionalism.

• Experience in higher education or human resources.
• Demonstrated skills in data/budget management.
• Willingness to contribute new ideas and experience with design software and marketing strategies.

This is a part‑time position that can work up to 30 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Hourly: $20 – $25
Hours per week: 30

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact (Sue Ellen Crocker) at (scrocker) during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.