DRIVE TOURISM PROGRAM INTERN

DRIVE Tourism+ Program Intern

Richmond, Virginia

The Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) is seeking an intern for the Partnership Marketing Division to support the Director of Operations & Industry Initiatives from September 16, 2024 – March 7, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provide competitive analysis for (10) participating Virginia communities in the DRIVE Tourism+ grant program.
• Analysis will include, but not limited to, the study of competition visitor demographics, brand, target audiences and feeder markets, budget/funding sources, marketing campaigns/initiatives, and tourism development programs.
• Identify areas or opportunities for strategic development or growth for DRIVE Tourism+ communities.
• Position may require in person attendance and support at DRIVE Tourism+ community workshops in Virginia.
• Report ongoing findings to Director of Operations & Industry Initiatives virtually (Zoom or Microsoft Teams) or in-person at VTC Offices (901 E. Cary St. Richmond, VA 23219).
• Attend scheduled and ad hoc meetings with VTC DRIVE Tourism+ team.
• Timely turnaround of research information with a varying schedule of due dates. Research reports will be typed and provided to Director of Industry Operations & Initiatives ahead of each of the 10 workshops.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting with minor oversight or supervision.
• Experience with research techniques and procedures.
• Proficient in data visualization.
• Demonstrated skills in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide timely updates as needed.
• Day/overnight travel within Virginia may be required for this position.

Experience

• Understanding of, experience, and/ or interest in tourism, economic development, or research preferred but not required.

Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. VTC uses the E-Verify system and does not provide sponsorship.

All candidates must apply through our website https://www.vatc.org/about/employment/. A valid driver’s license is required. Salary: $15.00/hr. undergraduate, $17.00/hr. graduate.  Application deadline: September 6, 2024.

VTC 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. It is VTC’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.  Applicants requiring more information or requiring assistance may contact VEDP Human Resources at 1-804-545-5634 or vtchr@VEDP.org. TDD 1-800-828-1120.