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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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Job 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.

Client Communications Analyst

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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Talent Data and Insights Analyst

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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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.