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Not all jobs are posted in one place! These are career and industry focused resources to help you explore careers, seek internships and other experience, and seek post-graduation jobs.

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We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

Federal & state government

Career info and job websites

Many of the links below came from Virginia Tech's Apparel, Housing & Resource Management program.

Consumer affairs

Professional associations and industry

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Virginia Tech academic departments focusing on higher education:

More resources:

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IMPORTANT CAUTION:
Career and Professional Development cannot advise you on the quality of work-abroad programs. We strongly advise any student considering work abroad to consult the expertise of the Virginia Tech Global Education office, which provides information about working abroad and teaching abroad.

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Federal government resources:

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

Federal government:

Virginia state government:

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See our federal internship and job search guidance and resources. 

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

  • AEI = American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
    Think tank with internships (summer, fall and spring) and entry-level opportunities for students/graduates to do substantive work, including research, fundraising, governmental relations, economic policy, foreign and defense policy, social and political studies, HR, event planning, online communications, editorial assisting, marketing, video production, history education. Opportunity to work with leading minds in their fields of expertise.
  • America Jobs.com
    Federal jobs by profession and location.
  • AvueCentral.com
    Find and apply for federal employment. Includes federal career info for college students and recent graduates.
  • Careers in Government.com
    Job postings and advice for finding state and local government jobs.
  • Center for Health, Environment and Justice.org
    Jobs and internships under "About us"
  • Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI.org)
    Internships, fellowships, scholarships.
    Undergraduate and graduate student opportunities.
  • Criminal justice careers (on Criminal Justice Degree Schools.com)
    Information on over 70 job titles related to criminal justice and law enforcement.
    Career articles.
  • Criminal justice career profiles (on CriminalJusticePrograms.com)
    Includes information on career fields including: Criminologist, Corrections Officer, Court Reporter, FBI Agent, Forensic Science, Homeland Security, Paralegal, Police Detective, Police Officer, Security Management
  • DCinternships.org / The Fund for American Studies (TFAS)
    Washington, DC, summer and semester internships on Capitol Hill, with federal agencies, media outlets, foreign embassies, trade associations, political organizations, policy groups and corporate lobbying offices.
  • FindLaw.com Career Center
    Law-related jobs, HR, marketing, finance / accounting, IT, technical specialists, librarians.
  • Foreign Policy Association.org [fpa.org]
    Mission to develop awareness, understanding, and informed opinion about U.S. foreign policy and global issues. Potential as an information and networking resource.
  • The Fund for American Studies is the sponsoring organization for several programs for college students, including
    DC summer programs, and many more.
  • GovtJob.net
    State and local government jobs in general management, HR and risk management, finance and accounting, administrative and legal, information technology, community development, public works, public safety and criminal justice, leisure services, health and human services.
  • GovtJobs.com
    State and local government jobs, and more.
  • Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship
    6-month fellowship for outstanding college graduates on issues related to peace and security; a variety of organizations in or near the nation's capital host selected fellows.
  • LawJobs.com
    Includes paralegal and administrative support jobs.
  • NOW = National Organization for Women: jobs and internships
    Internship program in Washington, DC; women's issues and the political process; lobbying, community organization, attend Congressional and U.S. Supreme Court hearings.
  • Political Science jobs on Research Gate.net
    Jobs in U.S. and abroad in academia and private sector.
  • TRIALS: Training and Recruitment Initiative for Admission to Leading Law Schools
    Residential scholarship (fully funded; zero cost of participants) program that helps talented and motivated college students of modest means gain admission to the nation’s leading law schools; rigorous five-week summer course enhances opportunities for students of underrepresented backgrounds by bolstering their skills and focusing their goals.
  • Urban Education Leaders Internship Program (UELIP)
    Formed by Chancellor of District of Columbia Public Schools; began in fall 2007.
    For top undergraduate and graduate students to conduct research and work on education policy projects; 50 to 75 associates each semester; work in 20 offices and departments; alumni represent more than 50 universities. Fall and spring term interns work 15-20 hours per week. Summer term interns work full-time; 40 hours minimum per week. All academic backgrounds and majors are welcome. Work includes:
    Policy writing
    Program management
    Communications
    Business and data analysis
    Event planning
    Research
  • Urban Institute.org
    Nonpartisan economic & social policy research.
    See About us > Careers for jobs and internships, which are full- or part-time research assistant positions for college students throughout the academic year.
    Majors sought: economics, mathematics, statistics, sociology, public policy, computer science of other social science fields w/ strong quantitative and analytical skills.
    Graduate-level opportunities exist.
  • Virginia 21.org
    Non-partisan political education group focused on education, economic development and good government, encouraging the voice of young voters, encouraging activism among Virginia college students.
    In About us > jobs and internships.
  • The Washington Center Internships (.edu web site)
    Internships in public, private and non-profit sector in Washington D.C.
    Application, program and housing fees.
  • WashingtonPost.com/Jobs includes jobs outside this category, but due to location you'll find government and public policy jobs; jobs in Washington, DC, and metro Virginia and Maryland.

Virginia state government agencies and programs

This list is not exhaustive. See more at Virginia.gov: All Agencies.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

HPA=Health Professions Advising at Virginia Tech
HPA recommends these resources for health careers and professions exploration:

  • Biohealthmatics.com
    Jobs and career information for biotechnology and healthcare IT.
  • hireBio.com
    Biotechnology jobs, including bioinformatics, research, etc, and career resources.

Some Virginia Tech graduates pursue nursing education following the VT bachelor's degree. Below is not a list of all nursing career resources, but is a starting point for your exploration. Students interested in seeking nursing degrees are advised to review the resources provided by the institutions you consider for a nursing degree.

Career resources for students recommended by the Psychology Department at Virginia Tech:

Other psychology resources:

  • Psychology Career Center | All Psychology Careers.com
    Explore careers: psychologists, counselors, social work fields, therapists.
    Licensure information re psychologists, counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists.
    Salary data.
    Hot psychology topics and information about many psychology fields.
    Research schools and programs for advanced degrees; caveat: students researching graduate programs should contact your faculty for advice. Note whether a website is providing a comprehensive list of schools/programs or is promoting schools/programs as paid advertisers.
  • Psychology Career Center.org > Psychologist and Psychology Careers
    Career specializations detailed.
    Includes psychology job search resources and salary info.
    Lists accredited schools and colleges.
  • Psychology Specialties and Expert Interviews on OnlinePsychologyDegrees.com
    Career and Professional Development does NOT endorse any online degree programs.
    This link is provided for the CAREER INFORMATION on this site.
  • Social Service.com
    Jobs in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, mental health, case management, employee assistance, volunteer management, substance abuse treatment, domestic violence, community development, mentoring, youth development, child welfare, developmental disabilities and all other areas of social services.
  • ALSO SEE SECTION BELOW: Non-profit / social and human services...

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

  • Alaska State Parks
    Permanent jobs, seasonal, volunteer, and internship positions.
  • American Hiking Society.org
    Volunteer opportunities related to trail management and conservation.
    Jobs and internships under "About Us"
  • CampChannel.com job board
    Very thorough site for camp jobs.
  • CampCounselors.com (CCUSA=Camp Counselors USA)
    Camp jobs, teach, volunteer, work and play, work experience, work exchange; locations U.S. and abroad.
  • Cool Works.com
    Established in 1995. One of the better and more reliable web sites.
    Jobs in national parks, camps, resorts, etc.
  • Disney Internships and College Programs
  • Food and Drink Jobs.com
    For candidates with experience in the food and beverage industry or degree in culinary arts, nutrition & dietetics, food & beverage operations, seeking a career with a restaurant, medical facilty, food manufacturer, supermarket, caterer, food processing company, food wholesaler.
  • Hcareers.com
    Restaurant and hospitality jobs; can search by a variety of industries and positions; entry-level search feature.
  • HospitalityJobsOnline.com
    View management and hourly jobs by position, company, property or location; most management jobs seem to require experience, hourly jobs include career entry positions; includes job search advice.
  • HospitalityNet.org
    Jobs in accounting, sales & marketing, technology, food & beverage, front office, management (corporate, regional).
  • Hostel Management.com
    Hostel jobs
  • Jazz Hostels.com job listings
    Chain of independent hostels in US; with room for 1000 guests in 6 locations on the east coast;  often hiring for salaried positions; opportunities for recent graduates; fun, international atmosphere (according to website); established 1998.
  • JobMonkey.com
    Jobs, especially summer and internships, in resorts, airlines, airports, outdoors, tours, cruise lines, ski resorts.
  • Marriott Official Jobs and Careers Facebook Page
  • NationJob.com > Entertainment / travel / hospitality
    Search by keyword, category (industry), location; view alpha by job title.
  • Party Supplies Hut.com/Jobs
    "fun resource guide to jobs in the party industry"
  • Resort Jobs.com
    Search by keyword or location.
  • Seasonal Employment.com
    Job categories: winter, ski resort, summer, beach, camp, cruise ship, outdoor, ranch, restaurant, resort, retail, internships, more.
    Location search by states, major cities/towns within.
  • Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing (WAEL)
    New Castle, Virginia.
    Founded in 1990 by retired Marine Colonel Gene Nervo. What began as a summer youth program has since expanded to a year-round camp and conference center that features programs ranging from adventure and travel-based experiences for youth to teambuilding corporate retreats. Although the retreat center and the majority of its programs reside on nearly 500 acres in the western Virginia mountains, WAEL’s programs have expanded to West Virginia, Alaska, Puerto Rico, Vietnam, and Panama.
    24 year-round staff with an additional 35 summer seasonal employees. 
  • Wine and Hospitality Jobs.com

Federal government

 

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Virginia Tech departments 
Military studies departments exist at Virginia Tech, and the university provides support services for military personnel and veterans.

Career info and job websites

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

  • Alliance for Justice.org
    National association of over 100 organizations committed to progressive values and creation of an equitable, just, and free society. Works to ensure that federal judiciary advances core constitutional values, preserves human rights.
    Jobs include internships and permanent positions.
    Offices in Washington, DC, and Oakland, CA.
  • American Psychological Association
    About APA for students includes career information.
    Reputable source for information, recommended by the Psychology Department at Virginia Tech.
  • American Society on Aging
    Information for students and emerging professionals.
  • AmeriCorps VISTA (.gov)
    AmeriCorps administers VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America); part of the Corporation for National Service.
  • Ashoka.org
    International development, human rights, environment, health, economic development.
  • Be a Social Worker.org
    Discover social work.
    Quiz: what type of social worker will you be?
  • Careers.SocialWorkers.org
    Social work career center. Career information. Explore the profession. Jobs.
  • Care.com
    Find or offer services as a babysitter, nanny, pet sitter, tutor, senior care provider.
  • Children's Defense Fund
    Jobs and internships. About 70 undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates intern in the Washington, DC, office each year. Everyone with a strong interest in child advocacy encouraged to apply.
  • Chronicle of Philanthropy.com
    Jobs includes career advice and info.
    22 fields: from advocacy to arts to environment to health to research to youth.
    Position types: executive, fund raising, program, administrative.
  • Corporation for National and Community Service.gov
    Administers Senior Corps, AmeriCorps, Learn and Serve America programs.
    Find a volunteer opportunity.
    Careers includes current vacancies and internships.
  • Danville Regional Foundation Internships
    Full-time, paid, summer internships; housing provided as needed. Hands-on, project-focused work with philanthropy and non-profits.
  • DC Internships.org
    Programs include: Legal Studies, Philanthropy and Voluntary Service, Business and Governmental Affairs, Public Policy and Economics, Political Journalism and Communications, International Affairs and Economics.
  • DevEx.com
    International aid and development.
    Jobs and career information.
  • Essential.org
    Encouraging citizen activism.
  • Fund For The Public Interest.org
    Work for equal rights, public health, a greener environment and more.
    Summer jobs and career opportunities for college graduates.
  • Gerontology career opportunities
    Virginia Tech Center for Gerontology
  • Gerontology: Careers in Aging
    VCU Department of Gerontology assembled these resources.
  • Global Service Corps.org (GSC)
    Volunteer, internship, fellowship, work, teach abroad; Africa and Asia; primary project areas are environment, health, education.
  • Habitat for Humanity
    Get involved > volunteering, locally and internationally. Jobs also include salaried (many are for develoment/fundraising officers) and hourly wage positions.
  • Herbert Scoville, Jr. Peace Fellowship
    Established in 1987. Highly competitve national fellowship program for college graduates; gain Washington perspective on key issues of peace and security.
    Six- to nine-month fellowship with stipend; serve as full-time junior staff members at participating organizations of their choice.
  • Idealist.org
    Guide to non-profits; lists jobs and internships in the U.S. and worldwide.
  • Legacy International.org
    Global Youth Village is one of their programs.
    See Get Involved > Employment & internships
  • Mountain Institute.org
    Established in 1972 in West Virginia. Headquarters in Washington, D.C.
    Domestic and international programs for sustainable economic development, conservation of mountain environments, support for mountain cultures.
    See employment for jobs and internships.
  • National Association of Social Workers.org
    Resources > Student Center, with career information.
    Practice & Professional Development > Find a social work job takes you to Careers.SocialWorkers.org, which is listed on this page.
  • National Council of Nonprofits: jobs and careers.
    Jobs in healthcare, education, membership, IT, human resourced, comm & PR, public policy/advocacy.
  • NetImpact.org
    Student and professionals creating social and environmental change.
    Career Center has advice, resources, jobs.
  • Oxfam America Student Leadership: the CHANGE initiative
  • Peace Corps.org
    Complete information about applying and benefits of service.
    Peace Corps office at Virginia Tech
  • Psychology Career Center | All Psychology Careers.com
    Explore careers: psychologists, counselors, social work fields, therapists.
    Licensure information re psychologists, counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists.
  • Social Service.com
    Job listings.
  • Social Work Job Bank.com
    Job listings, career articles.
  • Students Helping Honduras.org
    Student-founded organization.
    Plans organized service trips for volunteers.
    Chapters at many colleges and universities.
  • Virginia Amateur Sports.org Roanoke, Va.
    Internships in marketing/event mgt., operations, games.
  • Women's Center at Virginia Tech
    Work-study, internships, field study, volunteering. Current opportunities listed.

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

Federal government:

We (Career and Professional Development) link to sites that provide free information. Some of these sites might also offer fee-based services. We do not endorse or recommend any fee-based services or products on any websites we list and link.

  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
    How to become ACSM-certified as a group exercise instructor, personal trainer, and more. Career center with job listings and more.
  • American Council on Exercise (ACE) job board
    ACE provides training and certifcation for exercise instruction and health coaching. Jobs include: personal training, strength coaching, group fitness instructors, coaching, athletic training, sports trainers, fitness management/director; more.
  • Bluefishjobs.com
    Career center of NIRSA, the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association.
    Jobs in collegiate recreation. Includes rec sports, fitness, health/wellness, camp, facilities, outdoor, sports club, and related jobs, internships and graduate assistant positions at colleges and universities.
  • Cool Works
    Seasonal positions in some of America's most beautiful locations: parks, resorts, ski resorts, cruise lines, ranches, etc.; searchable by state.
  • EatRightPro.org / Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
    Career resources for members.
  • Human Kinetics career opportunities
    Creates information products to help people develop healthier lifestyles through physical activity and improved nutrition.
  • iHireNutrition
    Nutrician and dietetics jobs; must register as a member (free) to search for jobs.
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).org
    Employment within NCAA office and in intercollegiate college athletics.
  • National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA)
    Professional association for those in college/university rec sports.
    Job listings. Annual conference. Student membership. Student section includes career development info, tips for resumes, letters and interviewing, scholarship info, etc.
  • PGA TOUR
    Careers includes jobs and internships.
  • SportsCareerFinder.com
    College, pro, fitness, more.
  • TeamWorkOnline.com
    Jobs and internships in the sports industry.
  • U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC)
    Careers: view jobs within USOPC.
  • Virginia Amateur Sports (VAS) / Commonwealthgames.org
    Non-profit, with offices in Roanoke and Lynchburg. Founder and organizer of annual (since 1990) summer, multi-sport Commonwealth Games of Virginia; with over 50 sports and 10,000 amateur athletes of all ages.
    Internships during fall, spring, and summer. VAS seeks highly-motivated, sports-minded candidates with a have-fun attitude. Opportunities include: marketing, event management, sales, games / sport logistics, operations / media relations, social media, volunteer coordination.
  • Virginia Beach Field House
    Employment can include coaching, personal training, and other jobs.
  • WorkInSports.com
    Opportunities in sales, marketing, promotions, media, PR, broadcasting, recreation, health, fitness, finance, admin, events, operations, web..

Federal government:

Virginia state government including Virginia Tech:

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