Business Intern (Wage) - Culpeper, VA
Join the VDOT Culpeper District Communications Team as a Summer Intern!
Are you passionate about digital communications and data analysis? Do you want to gain hands-on experience crafting engaging social media content and telling the stories behind Virginia’s roadways? VDOT Culpeper District is seeking a bright, focused Summer Intern to help us:
- Create compelling content for social media platforms
- Highlight the dedicated people who keep Virginia’s roads running
- Analyze data to measure the impact of our communications
What You’ll Gain:
- Real-world experience in digital storytelling and data-driven communications
- Exposure to state transportation projects and initiatives
- A chance to build your professional portfolio and skills
Who We’re Looking For:
- Passionate about communications and data analysis
- Detail-oriented and creative
- Ready to contribute in a dynamic team environment
Apply now and be part of a team that drives Virginia forward!
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Job Description
As a student, engage and participate in planned and education-related work experiences that integrate the knowledge and theory gained in the academic setting with practical application and skill development in the workplace. Perform special duties as assigned.
How you will contribute:
- Business Management : Recommend resolution to administrative or business problems resulting in an effective program.
- Business and Administrative: Provide administrative support services to assigned program areas.
- Perform Duties as Assigned:
- Program Analysis and Reporting: Research and compile data and prepare reports or presentations for a variety of programs or projects.
- Special Assignments: Assume responsibility for special projects and assignments. Prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines.
What will make you successful:
- Ability to analyze data and reach logical conclusions.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
- Ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to solve problems and make decisions.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suites to include Word, Excel and Access.
- Knowledge of business principles and procedures.
- Knowledge of office policies, procedures, and practices.
- Skill in collecting and analyzing data and preparing reports or presentations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Be at least a rising sophomore (2nd year), enrolled in undergraduate study in a two-year or four-year college/university.
- Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 9 credit hours per semester for graduate students. Students must be enrolled full-time at the time of application.
- Graduate students are eligible to apply.
- Knowledge of business principles and procedures.
- Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
- Second year or transferring Community College students may apply.
Additional Considerations:
- A combination of training, experience, or education in Business, Accounting, or related field desired.
- Ability to anticipate problems, provide solutions, follow instructions, learn quickly, and collaborate with teammates.
- Ability to make quality and timely decisions.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
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Physical Requirements
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VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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