Campus internEXP Information for Host Sites
Career and Professional Development (CPD) is committed to providing quality experiential learning opportunities to Virginia Tech students through our internship and cooperative education programs. Campus internEXP (Campus Internship Experience), is an on-campus internship program where we aim to utilize the variety of job functions and amazing professionals that work right here on campus to create accessible, paid internships for our students.
- Campus internEXP positions are open to undergraduate students of all majors and second semester Freshman through Seniors.
- Internships may be offered 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). Positions will be paid by the hosting department unless eligible and approved for wage matching (see more information below).
- Internships can be offered in-person, remote or hybrid at any of our Virginia Tech Campuses in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- What offices at Virginia Tech can host interns?
Any office at Virginia Tech may apply to host an intern. - Who can be a supervisor?
Any full-time faculty member or staff member may apply to host and supervise an intern.
You must attend a one-hour information session (by Zoom). - When are the prospective supervisor info sessions?
See Dates and Deadlines below to sign up for a session. - What does the required information session cover?
The information session (by Zoom) will cover: general program information, a detailed timeline, expectations, job description tips and examples, and the benefits to you as a supervisor and host office.
- Who should submit the application for a Virginia Tech office?
The application should be submitted by the faculty member or staff member who will serve as supervisor. - How do I access the position application?
The application is completed in the Supervisor Platform. Access to this platform will be provided to you after you attend the supervisor information session. - What is the deadline to submit an application to host an intern?
See Dates and Deadlines below. - How will supervisors and host offices be selected?
We explain this fully in the supervisor information sessions.
To hire a student to begin in the Summer 2025 work term:
Required info session for prospective supervisors:
All sessions for Summer 2025 hiring have been completed.
Position application deadline:
Friday, February 28, 2025
To hire a student to begin in the Fall 2025 work term:
Required info session for prospective supervisors:
Register for an Information Session for Fall 2025 hiring.
Position application deadline:
Friday, May 23, 2025
In the context of Campus internEXP, wage matching is defined as either:
- a 75/25 student wage match for hired students who ARE eligible for Federal Work Study, or
- a 50/50 student wage match for hired students who ARE NOT eligible for Federal Work Study
50/50 Student Wage Match
If interested, your position will be considered for 50/50 wage match based on the following criteria that takes into account our commitment to providing a diverse range of internship opportunities to students:
- Completion of application
- Strength of job description
- Diversity in career field and industry category
- Evidence of departmental financial need (a letter of verification from your department may be required)
- Preference will be given to newly developed internships
75/25 Student Wage Match
If the student you hire is eligible for and accepts Federal Work Study, you are guaranteed a 75/25 wage match for that student.
DISCLAIMERS: If qualified, only ONE student per supervisor will be awarded 50/50 wage matching. If your position is approved and does not meet the criteria for 50/50 wage matching AND your hired student does not qualify for Federal Work Study, you are responsible for paying 100% of the student’s wages. Wage matching may not apply to all terms. Please contact us for more information.
Please attend a Supervisor Information Session or email CampusinternEXP@vt.edu to learn more about Campus internEXP and wage matching.
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!”
For questions about Campus internEXP, please contact the team at:
Email: CampusinternEXP@vt.edu
Phone: 540-231-6241