Heidi Gilbert

Heidi joined Career and Professional Development in June 2015. Throughout her time in the office, Heidi has served in several different roles, including liaison to the College of Engineering and liaison for Student Veterans. Currently, Heidi serves as a career education specialist, leading the Career Champions Program for faculty and staff, and as a career advisor meeting with students from a variety of academic backgrounds. She is also a trained federal career coach. Heidi is passionate about working with college students and empowering them throughout their career journeys including exploring career options, seeking experience, searching for jobs, negotiating salary, building professional skills, and more.

Key responsibility

Career Champions Program for Virginia Tech faculty and staff

Educational background

M.S. College Student Personnel Administration
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO

B.S. Cell and Molecular Biology
Winona State University
Winona, MN

Professional affiliations

• Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE)
• Virginia Association of Colleges and Employers (VACE)