Director / Student Athlete Career Development

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core value of diverse and inclusive communities and respects the educational benefits of diverse ideas, peoples, and cultures in order to contribute to the equitable inclusion and just engagement of the world’s communities. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community. We are committed to attracting and retaining student-athletes, coaches, and staff from diverse backgrounds while also fostering an inclusive educational and work environment free from any discrimination based on age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Under the direction of the Assistant Athletics Director of the Office of Student Athlete Development, the Director / Student Athlete Career Development will assist student athletes and alumni with all aspects of their professional lives e.g. career research, goal setting, job searching, resume and cover letter writing, networking, interviewing, professional etiquette, online professional branding, graduate school, personal statements, job shadowing, on campus employment, and internships. This individual will foster professional development skills through programming and individual appointments with student athletes and coordinate student athlete development programs in accordance with guidelines outlined in the NCAA Student Athlete Affairs program.