Search for a Job/Internship
Are you ready to look for an internship or post-graduation job, but don’t know where to begin? You can start here, and explore more resources based on your interests. You can also make an appointment with an advisor.
Starting point resources for Virginia Tech students:
Employers actively post internships and jobs for Virginia Tech students in Handshake.
Comprehensive search tool for every career field.
Tips for Your Search
Your individual job search strategy needs to be tailored to your individual situation. The following tips are good guidelines for everyone, whether seeking an internship, co-op, or post-grad job, whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student. Throughout your job search, we are here to assist you.
Understand the types of jobs that would be a fit for your skills, qualifications, and interests, and the settings and industries where you can find those jobs. 29% of VT grads said they wished they had learned more earlier about career options.
Even if you are pursuing multiple options, keep your job search efforts targeted when you communicate with employers.
That means at the beginning of your final year if you’re completing your degree, and it means in fall if you’re looking for a summer internship.
Some employers look for hires and recruit many months in advance of the anticipated work-start date.
Don’t delay because you don’t feel ready. The search process is a learning journey. 23% of VT grads said they wished they had started their job search earlier.
If you don’t start early, don’t stress over this. Just start where you are and move forward.
- Talk to faculty in your department.
- Talk to students who will graduate, or have graduated, ahead of you.
- Talk to members of your professional associations and student chapters of professional organizations.
- See how employed VT grads found first jobs. The source for many graduates is networking.
Some academic departments and colleges post career and job information, including internships, field studies, and post-grad jobs, for their students. Have you visited yours? Some departments and colleges email career-related information to students. It’s a gift, so appreciate it. 24% of VT graduates said they wished they had asked professors and advisors for advice earlier and more than they did.
Interested in a Federal Job or Internship?
Searching and applying for federal jobs and internships can often come with specific requirements. Learn more here.
