Title: Business Intern
State Role Title: Gen Admin Supv I/Coord I
Hiring Range: $26.14 - $34.34 (hourly)
Pay Band: 4
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location: Dept of Transportation
Agency Website: www.virginiadot.org/jobs
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
What drives you? Whether it's knowing the work you do makes a difference, having a great work/life balance, working on exciting and challenging projects, leading innovation and championing change or simply working with a great group of people who are committed to professionalism. At the Virginia Department of Transportation, we have something for you.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is currently searching for students to join our Business Internship Program in multiple areas and locations throughout the state. VDOT’s Internship Program gives Interns exposure to the diverse types of work the Department performs and prepares them for a future career in transportation. This program also gives Interns hands-on job assignments and the opportunity to work closely with a diverse group of professionals, with structured training opportunities that align with VDOTs current and projected workforce needs.
SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE
Interns spend the summer working on unique projects and activities. In addition, interns will have the opportunity to network with other interns.
VDOT is seeking students majoring in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Communications, Data Science and other business-related areas. We are seeking candidates with strong analytical skills, interpersonal and presentation skills, customer service, time management and organizational skills.
THE LOCATION
Richmond, VA is a vibrant city blending historic charm with modern energy. Richmond is known for its thriving arts scene, top-tier dining and access to beautiful outdoor spaces, including the James River. VDOT’s Central Office is in Richmond, VA where the Commissioner’s Office, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations and Business Support divisions are located. The internship opportunities in the Central Office have the opportunity to serve in different areas such as Administration, Policy, Finance, Civil Rights, Communications, Strategic Innovation, Assurance & Compliance, and our nationally recognized Virginia Transportation Research Council. Note that the Research Council although attached to the Central Office is located in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Visit https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/about/divisions/ for more information about the divisions of VDOT. Hiring Range applies to both undergraduate and graduate candidates.
Additional vacancies may be filled from this recruitment.
VDOT employees serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and traveling public daily through our mission to plan, deliver, operate and maintain a transportation system that is safe, moves people and goods, enhances the economy, and improves quality of life. VDOT is the third largest state maintained highway system in the country, maintaining over 58,000 miles of roads, bridges, and tunnels, and employing over 7700 people through a diverse workforce. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity and collaboration that values differences.
We have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics. Your success in our organization depends upon modelling these values, therefore visit http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp to review them and, if in agreement, we welcome you to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Considerations
Successful candidates will have demonstrated academic excellence in their major program and be motivated, customer focused and action-oriented individuals with a drive for learning on the job and achieving results. You will have demonstrated ability to make quality and timely decisions, take initiative, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, prioritize and organize multiple demands in a continuously changing environment, use a computer and software applications, have a basic knowledge of engineering principles, and can meet established deadlines. Ability to anticipate problems, provide solutions, follow instructions, learn quickly and collaborate with teammates.
Special Requirements
Special Instructions
Contact Information
Name: Logan Sanchez
Phone: (804) 807-3482
Email: [email protected]
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Charlottesville, VA USA
Charlottesville, VA USA