Title: Spring and Summer Internship with VADOC

State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III

Hiring Range: $20 Hourly

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: DOC Headquarters

Agency Website: https://vadoc.virginia.gov/career-opportunities/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Attention college students! The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) is offering a paid spring and summer internship opportunity for those interested in gaining valuable work-based learning experience while exploring potential career paths.

Interns will take on tasks and projects that provide exposure to the entry-level responsibilities within their assigned business units.

Opportunities available in a variety of fields, including: Administration, Health Services, Policy and Initiatives, Training, Communications, Infrastructure and Environmental Management, Information Technology, Human Resources, Probation and Parole, Corrections Officer, Law Enforcement, and many others.

The is a temporary internship position. The position is limited to working no more than 1,450 hours per during the 12-month period of May 1 – April 30, regardless of the hire date. The intern is limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the 12-month period. This wage internship position offers no state benefits.

The Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) is committed to fostering Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion. With a workforce of nearly 12,000 employees, we take pride in creating an environment that reflects a wide range of racial, cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. We believe diversity is one of our greatest strengths, and we invite you to join us in our mission to enhance public safety.

As an intern with VADOC, you’ll be part of a respected correctional organization where individuals are empowered to reach their full potential. You will gain hands-on experience, receive valuable on-the-job training, and benefit from mentorship and guidance from seasoned professionals. The VADOC internship is an excellent opportunity to build your career readiness and gain exposure to various aspects of working in public safety.

Throughout the internship, you will contribute to impactful projects, collaborate with experts in the field, and develop your skills in a supportive, learning-focused environment. This experience will serve as a solid foundation for your future career, offering invaluable insights and opportunities for professional growth.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled in college or a senior in high school. They must be authorized to work in the United States in accordance with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requirements (www.uscis.gov/l-9). Strong computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Applicants should have the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and communicate information with attention to detail and accuracy. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and openness to new challenges are essential.

Additional Considerations

Excellent academic record and a demonstrated interest in the specific internship opportunity.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Telework options may be available, however telework will be based on the business need.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Contact Information

Name: Wanda Waller

Phone: 804-212-5460

Email: wanda.waller@vadoc.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.