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VEDP has proudly embraced the following values to expand and diversify Virginia's economy.

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

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VEDP Divisions

The Team

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is the state economic development authority for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Created in 1995, VEDP collaborates with local, regional, and state partners to encourage the expansion and diversification of Virginia’s economy. VEDP works to accomplish these objectives through a variety of activities, including marketing and lead generation; business retention, expansion, and attraction; trade development; business intelligence; competitive benchmarking; site development; performance-based incentives; and talent solutions.

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Opportunities

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.

Associate Attorney

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an Associate Attorney to support the Office of the General Counsel to provide guidance to VEDP on legal issues and policy interpretation and development. This position will have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

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Associate Business Manager

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an Associate Business Manager to provide professional services to the Strategic Projects and Lead Generation (SP&LG) team. This role will support the execution of lead generation and pipeline development strategies across a diversified portfolio of industry sectors, promoting Virginia to targeted corporate executives as the preferred location for new and expanding business facilities. This individual will work within the Strategic Projects and Lead Generation team, which is responsible for the Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing, AgTech, Batteries, Data Centers, Electric Vehicles, MRO, Nuclear Energy, Offshore Wind, Quantum Computing, Semiconductors, Automotive, and Wood Products Industries. 

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Managing Director, Marketing

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking a Managing Director, Marketing in the Marketing & Communications (M&C) Division to develop and implement marketing strategies to support VEDP’s missions and objectives. The M&C Division manages Virginia’s business brand and builds awareness of the Commonwealth’s advantages. The Managing Director has primary responsibility for and oversight of the development and implementation of VEDP’s annual marketing plan for the Commonwealth; directing advertising programs, website ecosystem management, social media strategy, and other major marketing initiatives; coordinating cross-divisional collaboration efforts related to marketing initiatives; providing primary leadership for up to a 3-person marketing team; and assisting in staff leadership for the M&C Division.

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Benefits

VEDP offers a wide range of benefits to support you and your dependents inside and outside of work. For complete benefits package information refer to the Employee Benefit Highlights.

Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Virginia Sickness and Disability Program
  • Life Insurance

Additional Benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement (eligible after 1 year of employment)
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Legal Resources
  • Free Parking at all VEDP locations

Retirement

  • Robust Hybrid Retirement Plan with Both Pension and Defined Contribution Benefits

Giving Back

  • Community Service Leave (2 days per year to volunteer or attend school functions)
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Diversity and Inclusion

At VEDP, we aim to foster an environment where people are valued and feel like they belong. We encourage people to be their authentic selves and work together to leverage our collective differences and similarities as strengths.

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VTOP Ranking for VEDP Interns, 2025

VEDP's Internship Program

The Virginia Talent & Opportunity Partnership (VTOP) recognized VEDP as a recipient of the 2025 “Top Virginia Employers for Interns” Award for its commitment to providing work-based learning opportunities for students through internship offerings. VEDP was also recognized in 2023.