"Program Assistant, Professional Development and Experiential Programs"

Job Description

Career and Professional Development (CPD) at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) is seeking candidates for 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 internEXP, and other administrative tasks that contribute to successful work-based learning and internship support services.

The Professional Development and Experiential Programs team conceptualizes and executes programs, services, and resources that help Virginia Tech students gain meaningful career experiences, develop beneficial professional networks, and prepare for a successful transition into the workforce. This team oversees programs that facilitate work-based learning for Virginia Tech students and collaborates with campus partners to advance curricular and co-curricular experiential learning initiatives. The Professional Development and Experiential Programs team also consults with employers and organizations offering work-based learning opportunities to students - supporting the development of meaningful work-based learning opportunities.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor's degree. Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills, project/program coordination, attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to work independently while also collaborate and work on a team, and demonstrated adaptability and professionalism.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Pay Band

4

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$20 - $25/hour

Hours per week

30

Review Date

9/11/25

Additional Information

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