C0168 - VDOT Business Intern Wage

Location: 1221 East Broad Street, Downtown, Richmond, Virginia, 23219, United States

Application deadline: September 26 2026 (00:00 EDT)

About the role

As a student, engage and participate in planned and education‑related work experiences that integrate the knowledge and theory gained in the academic setting with practical application and skill development in the workplace. Perform special duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Recommend resolution to administrative or business problems resulting in an effective program (Business Management).
• Provide administrative support services to assigned program areas (Business and Administrative).
• Research and compile data and prepare reports or presentations for a variety of programs or projects (Program Analysis and Reporting).
• Assume responsibility for special projects and assignments, prioritizing tasks to meet project deadlines (Special Assignments).

Skills

• Ability to analyze data and reach logical conclusions.
• Effective oral and written communication with internal and external customers.
• Interpretation of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Problem solving and decision‑making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access).
• Knowledge of business principles, office policies, procedures, and practices.
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data and preparing reports or presentations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full‑time in an Associate’s degree program or higher.
• Knowledge of business principles and procedures.
• At least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
• Maintain full‑time graduate status (9 + credit hours per semester) before and after the internship.
• Maintain full‑time undergraduate status (12 + credit hours per semester) before and after the internship.
• Preferred: combination of training, experience, or education in Business, Accounting, or a related field.
• Ability to anticipate problems, provide solutions, follow instructions, learn quickly, and collaborate with teammates.
• Ability to make quality and timely decisions and work independently or in teams.

Pay

Hiring range: $26.14 to $34.34 per hour.

Schedule

Part‑time position.