Campus internEXP (Campus Internship Experience) is an on-campus internship program for undergraduate students. Internships through this program are offered during the Fall, Spring and Summer terms.
- Campus internEXP positions are open to undergraduate students of all majors and second semester Freshman through Seniors.
- Internships may be held during the Fall, Spring and/or Summer term. Starting term and duration of experience is determined by hosting department.
- Students enrolled in classes full-time can work 10-15 hours a week. Students enrolled in classes part-time can work up to 20 hours a week.
- Student are only permitted to work in one internship through Campus internEXP per term.
- All positions through Campus internEXP are required to be paid the current minimum wage in the State of Virginia ($12.41 per hour). .
- Internships can be offered in-person, remote or hybrid at any of our Virginia Tech Campuses in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Please check individual postings for more information.
Thank you for your interest! This is an opportunity to apply to work in a paid internship for a Virginia Tech Department. If hired, you will develop professional skills through career-related projects. Your supervisor will be a full-time faculty member or staff member who will also serve as a mentor to you.
What academic levels may qualify?
Undergraduate students, second semester Freshman through Seniors, are eligible to apply for an internship through Campus internEXP. Incoming transfer students qualify to apply prior to and begin during their first semester at Virginia Tech.
What are the qualifications to apply for specific internships? Who makes the hiring decision?
Each host office that hires interns will set its own qualifications, and that office will review student applications and make their own hiring decision. The supervisor for the internship will participate in required training on ethical and equitable recruitment, interviewing, and hiring processes prior to reviewing applications.
How do I see the opportunities and apply?
Once you have attended a required information session, you will be eligible to apply to the opportunities on Handshake.
Will this internship appear on my transcript?
Yes. CEP 3084 will appear on your transcript. Again, this is a zero-credit course.
Applying to be an intern:
When do positions open for applications and what is the deadline to apply for an internship?
View dates and deadlines for prospective interns below.
If I am hired as an intern, are there other requirements?
Yes, you will be enrolled in CEP 3084, a zero-credit academic course, and you will set goals, develop career-ready skills, and reflect on your experience. This will be explained in the required information sessions for students. Also, if you are selected, you must attend a required orientation session for student interns before beginning your internship.
When are the required orientation sessions for students who are selected?
Students who are hired will be notified of the dates and times of the required orientation sessions.
For Summer 2025 Internships:
- Required information session for students: See available sessions and register on Handshake
- Internships posted to view: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
- Deadline to apply: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
For Fall 2025 Internships:
- Required infoformation session for students: See available sessions and register on Handshake
- Internships posted to view: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Deadline to apply: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Campus internEXP Intern and Supervisor of the Year
Each year at Career and Professional Development’s Student Celebration, one student and one faculty or staff member are named Campus internEXP Intern and Supervisor of the year. Intern of the Year is granted to a Campus internEXP intern who has displayed outstanding drive and talent in their internship while Supervisor of the Year is granted to a Campus internEXP supervisor who displayed outstanding teaching, coaching and mentoring skills over the last year.
2024-2025 Intern of the Year
Erin Cummings
“Erin is the kind of intern who exceeds expectations and inspires those around her. Her ability to balance academic responsibilities with the demands of her role speaks to her dedication and work ethic. Erin’s leadership, creativity, and commitment have advanced the college’s goals and made a lasting impression on everyone she has worked with. Her contributions extend beyond her job description, as she consistently goes above and beyond to ensure the success of her team and the students she serves. Erin embodies the core values of Virginia Tech and has set a standard of excellence for future interns.”
2024-2025 Supervisor of the Year
Lisa Abbott
“Lisa is a great mentor and coach! Throughout our two years working together, she has been supportive of my learning experience within our office and provided guidance on bigger-picture undertakings such as thriving in post-grad life.”
“She is always so glad to guide us where we need to go! If I were Lisa, I couldn’t do the job she does. She is truly the lynchpin of our office, and she deserves a greater thank you for her dedication to Ut Prosim!”
Campus internEXP Intern of the Month
April 2025 Intern of the Month:
Josie Saunders, Data Specialist for Virginia Tech Fraternity and Sorority Life
“Josie consistently demonstrates outstanding attention to detail, organization, and communication skills through her work. She manages multiple projects — from Standards of Excellence reviews to auditing rosters for 5,700+ members — with accuracy and efficiency.”
– Chandler Crean
February: Madisyn Paris | Project Assistant for Educational Programming and Outreach Initiatives for Virginia Tech Women’s Center
March: Janae Neely | Digital Humanities Intern for Virginia Tech Publishing, University Libraries
September: Jasmine Palli | Student Intern, Virginia Tech Student Affairs Advancement
October: Meghan Walsh | S.A.F.E Program Coordinator, VT Autism Clinic & Center for Autism Research
November: Karla Loza | Cultural Events Intern, Cranwell International Center
For questions about Campus internEXP, please contact the team at:
Email: CampusinternEXP@vt.edu
Phone: 540-231-6241
