Hokies Post-Graduate Fellowship

 

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The Hokies Post-Graduate Fellowship is a 12-month paid opportunity for former Virginia Tech student-athletes with an interest in athletic administration.

  • 12-month paid position at 29 hours/week
  • July 2023 - July 2024 salary of $36,000/year

The goal of the post-grad fellowship is to attract, develop and support diverse individuals who are interested in pursuing or are currently pursuing careers in intercollegiate athletics. Participants will receive a meaningful, professional experience within a unit of their choice (one internal and one external), along with access to professional development, networking and one-on-one mentoring with senior-level staff.

Positions are uniquely created and tailored to the needs of the respective unit and are available in the following areas:

  • ACC Network
  • Compliance
  • Digital Strategy & Innovation
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Hokie Club (fundraising/development)
  • Hokie Vision (video production)
  • Human Resources
  • Facilities & Capital Projects
  • Marketing & Promotions
  • Student-Athlete Development

Inherently, participants will be exposed to an array of career opportunities across the Virginia Tech athletics department, helping to build a stronger pipeline for diverse talent within the organization.

The post-grad fellowship will serve as one component of comprehensive diversity efforts led by the Tech athletics department. Women and members of racial and ethnic groups or populations that have been historically underrepresented are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) references by Friday, June 23, 2023. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Completion of Bachelor's degree (or higher)
  • Former Virginia Tech student-athlete
  • Be within 1-5 years post-graduation

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