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.

Business Manager, Food & Beverage Manufacturing

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced economic development or industry professional to execute lead generation, pipeline development, and oversight of after-care for priority companies in the Advanced Materials. This individual will work within the Manufacturing Sector team, which is responsible for Advanced Materials, Biopharmaceutical, and Food & Beverage industries, which represent some of the Commonwealth's largest potential job growth opportunities. 

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Director, Advanced Materials Manufacturing

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced economic development or industry professional to direct VEDP’s advanced materials industry growth strategy through ecosystem-building, industry expertise, and coordinating whole-of-government processes. This individual will work within the Manufacturing Sector team, which is responsible for Advanced Materials, Biopharmaceutical, and Food and Beverage industries, which represent some of the Commonwealth's largest potential job growth opportunities. 

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Director, Aerospace & Defense Innovation

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced economic development or industry professional to manage VEDP’s Aerospace & Defense Innovation industry growth and business engagement strategies. This will include an emphasis on ecosystem-building, industry expertise, and lead generation. This individual will work within the Knowledge Work team, which is responsible for the Software & Cybersecurity, Business Services, Financial Services, and Aerospace & Defense Innovation industries, which represent some of the Commonwealth's largest potential job growth opportunities. 

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International Business Development Manager

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an experienced international business development professional to assist Virginia-based companies in generating international sales.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a broad range of companies from the Northern region of Virginia as they grow their export sales. By recruiting and managing a portfolio of companies to participate in VEDP International Trade’s programs and services, this position will consult with companies to provide advice and guidance on entering new international markets. This position will facilitate access to international trade development resources provided by VEDP, such as customized market research, international matchmaking, export compliance, and grants to help Virginia companies grow their international sales.

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Manager, Government Relations

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) is seeking an individual to assist with legislative affairs, policy development, and VEDP initiative-driven projects.   The Manager, Government Relations, will manage the development of legislative and budgetary initiatives; monitor and review all proposed economic development legislation; track items and issues relevant to economic development; and provide support in managing partner relations program.  

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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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Top employers for interns 2023

VEDP's Intern Program

VEDP was selected as a recipient of a 2023 “Top Employers for Interns” Award for its commitment to providing work-based learning opportunities for students through internship offerings.