Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university, committed to teaching and learning, research, and outreach to the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world. Building on its motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to InclusiveVT—serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice the Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our on-going efforts to increase access and inclusion, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. Virginia Tech actively seeks a broad spectrum of candidates to join our community in preparing leaders for the world.

The Virginia Tech Student Calling Center is a student-staffed fundraising program. Student callers contact alumni, parents, students, and others to promote investing in higher education as well as service to the university. Student callers, on behalf of Virginia Tech, contact donors and alumni by telephone for a variety of reasons, which includes obtaining financial support for the university, updating demographic data and sharing information regarding the university’s achievements, rankings, and programs. Only current full time Virginia Tech students should apply to this pool.

Professional and/or volunteer experience working directly with the public.

Experience and/or training in marketing, sales, or public relations.

Experience using Microsoft Windows.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to organize and present facts in a concise and persuasive manner.

Ability to record data accurately.

Ability to build a strong compelling case in support of Virginia Tech and the VTSCC campaigns in interactions with prospects during telephone communication.

Only current full-time Virginia Tech students should apply to this pool. Students may choose to work those days that best fit their schedules. Shifts are from 5:45-9:15 p.m. on Sundays, and from 5:45-9:15 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Students must commit to working at least 3 shifts a week, but will work the same shifts each week. This posting begins during the summer session. Callers will have the option of beginning during the spring semester if positions become available. Students must work in Blacksburg, no telecommuting.

Only current full time Virginia Tech students should apply to this pool.

This posting is for summer session only.

A new posting will be created for each spring semester, summer session, and fall semester. Please check your application status to ensure your application is active.

Interested candidates should apply online at www.jobs.vt.edu and search for posting SW0180262. Individuals with disabilities desiring accommodations should notify the Human Resources Service Center, 540-231-9331 or email [email protected]du. A review of applications will begin after April 24, 2018.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status; or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees, or applicants; or any other basis protected by law.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the executive director for Equity and Access at 540-231-2010 or Virginia Tech, North End Center, Suite 2300 (0318), 300 Turner St. NW, Blacksburg, VA 24061.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation please contact the hiring department.