CAREERS
Working at VEDP
VEDP is a mission‑focused public organization where collaboration, expertise, and strong partnerships drive meaningful economic development work across Virginia. Our team supports businesses, communities, and projects that strengthen the state’s economy. Join us and help contribute to the Commonwealth’s future.
VEDP, Richmond
Our values
Our values
These shared values guide how we work together to support Virginia’s economy and serve businesses and communities statewide.
One VEDP
Working together as a collaborative, supportive team
Distinctive insight
Cultivating deep expertise and diverse perspectives
Authentic partnerships
Building strong partnerships based on integrity, authenticity, and respect
Growth mindset
Embracing continuous improvement with humility and boldness
Results focus
Competing with the grit to win and the curiosity to learn from our results
Meet the team behind
Virginia’s growth
VEDP is the Commonwealth’s official economic development authority, supporting business growth and long-term investment across Virginia. Our team brings expertise in business investment, global trade, talent, research, marketing, real estate, and partner engagement to help companies navigate expansion decisions and turn strategy into action.
VEDP, Richmond
Job opportunities at VEDP
VEDP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or against otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.
VEDP is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program employer with ongoing plans to recruit, hire, and retain veterans.
The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a specialized or experienced business development professional to execute lead generation and pipeline development strategies for the Aerospace and Defense industries. The ideal candidate will bring experience working with, supporting, or selling into aerospace, defense, space, national security, dual-use technology, or advanced technology markets and be comfortable engaging senior corporate decision-makers.
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The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is recruiting an Analyst to join the Client Communications team (Research Division). The Client Communications Analyst plays a central role in developing strategies tailored to individual projects and in creating timely, complete, and best-in-class client deliverables in support of VEDP’s business attraction and expansion efforts to secure decisions for Virginia. It is a highly collaborative position requiring support and coordination with internal stakeholders and subject-matter experts, as well as state, regional, and local partners.
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The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Talent Data and Insights Analyst to support the Talent and Workforce Strategy team by delivering analysis, research, reporting, and data visualization to inform talent solutions, advance key talent initiatives, and strengthen internal team performance and strategy.
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VEDP’s
internship opportunities
VEDP’s internship program offers students hands‑on experience, professional skill development, and the opportunity to contribute to work that supports Virginia’s economy. In 2025, the Virginia Talent & Opportunity Partnership recognized VEDP as a top employer for interns in the Commonwealth.
VEDP Interns, 2025