Student Work-based Learning Opportunities - 2011

Student Work-based

Learning Opportunities

2011

Produced by PEER Consortium Office/

Updated February 2011

Alstom Power
1200 Willis Road
Richmond, VA 23237
Contact: PhilRameyTitle:Manager, Human Resources
Telephone: 804-743-4746FAX: 804-743-4011
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Turbine and generator repairs
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Machinist Apprentices, Welder Apprentices and Winder Apprentices
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Apprenticeships, Internships for Community College Students, Educational Benefits
Associated Builders & Contractors, Virginia Chapter
(ABC-VA)
1578 A East Parham Road
Richmond, VA 23228
Contact: Darlene HartTitle: Member Services & Education Director
Telephone: 804-346-4222FAX: 804-346-9111
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Construction Association that provides networking and education services to all member businesses in the construction and related industries.
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Member businesses employers comprise commercial and residential building contractors as well as businesses that support construction, such as banks, engineers, attorneys, and accountants. Apprenticeships are available in the electrical and mechanical trades.
ABC-VA does not hire directly, but refers inquiries and resumes to member businesses.
Normally Employ: The construction industry provides jobs to individuals from a diverse educational background. High School Students, High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Apprenticeships, Cooperative Education, Summer Jobs, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefit
Branscome Richmond
P.O. Box 70
Rockville, VA 23146 (physical address is 2150 Ashland Road)
Contact: Travis Cable Sheryl McDonald
Title: Project Manager Human Resource Assistant
Telephone: 804-749-3266FAX: 804-744-3203
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Highway Construction, Commercial Site, Grading, Paving, Utilities
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Engineers, Project Managers, Accounting, Network Administration, Highway/Grading Equipment Operators, Paving Personnel, Plant Operators/Maintenance, Laborers, CDL Truck Drivers, Welders, Mechanics, and Scale Operators
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students (18 years and older), Community College Graduates, University Graduates (Project Managers)
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Apprenticeships, Internships for Community College Students, Summer Jobs, and On-the-job Training
Chesterfield County Fire & EMS
Fire Administration
P.O. Box 40
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Contact: David TeshTitle: Recruiter / Volunteer Coordinator
Telephone: 804-748-1629FAX: 804-751-9022
E-mail: eb Site:
Primary Product or Service: Fire Department
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Firefighter
Normally Employ: High School Students (18 years and older), High School Graduates with High School Diploma or GED
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs for Firefighter,On-the-job Training at Recruit School, Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement We also have volunteer opportunities for firefighters, EMT’s, and support functions.
Chesterfield County Police Department
Post Office Box 148
Chesterfield, VA 23832
Contact: Elliott AndersonTitle: Recruiter
Telephone: 804-796-7169FAX: 804-768-0172
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Government/Law Enforcement
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Police Officer
Normally Employ: (aged 21 and older by Academy graduation) includingHigh School Graduates,Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Internships for Community College Students
Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
1300 E. Avenue
Fort Lee, VA 23801
Contact: Gayle B. FritzingerTitle: Student Program Manager
Telephone: 804-734-8000 Ext. 86103FAX: 804-734-8393
E-mail: StudentProgram@Web Site:
or
Primary Product or Service: DeCA operates a worldwide chain of commissaries providing groceries to military personnel, retirees and their families in a safe and secure shopping environment.
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Commissary Management, Human Resource Management, Information Systems & Technology, Financial Management & Accounting, Procurement & Purchasing, Marketing, and Administrative positions.
Normally Employ: High School Students (16 years and older), High School Graduates (16 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Internships for High School Students, Internships for Community College Students, Summer Jobs, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefits
DeltaCentauri, Inc. (dba CyberAgra)
11400 Oak Timber Court
Midlothian, VA 23114
Contact: Fred RossiTitle: Chief Software Architect
Telephone: 1-800-841-1345 (Op. 1)
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Independent Software Vendor, Software for Agriculture
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Computer Programmer
Normally Employ: Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs
Dominion Resources Services, Inc.
701 E. Cary Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Contact: Kimberly Range Title: Human Resources Specialist
Telephone: 804-771-4678FAX: 804-771-4843
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Electric Utility
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Technicians, IT, Administrative, Craft, Accounting, Engineering, Business
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Internships for Community College Students, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefits
Douglas Aquatics, Inc.
1900 East Belt Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23224
Contact: Neil LewisTitle: Recruiter
Telephone: (804)232-0225FAX: (804)233-9490
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Commercial Pool Operation, Lifeguard Management Company
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations:
Lifeguards, Facility Operators, Pool Managers, Swim Instructors
Normally Employ: High School Students (15 years and older), High School Graduates, Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Apprenticeships, Internships for High School Juniors or Seniors, Summer Jobs, On-the-job Training
Edward Rose Companies
2301 Thoroughbred Circle
Midlothian, VA 23113
Contact: Sara ShinnTitle: Property Manager
Telephone: 804-794-8509 804-683-3169 (cell)FAX: 804-897-1385
E-mail:
Primary Product or Service: Apartment Community Management, Property Management
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Leasing Specialists, Property Managers, Maintenance Technicians, Maintenance Supervisors, Groundskeepers, Regional Property Managers
Plan to Hire Later This Year: Leasing Specialists, Maintenance Supervisors, Property Manager, Maintenance Technicians, Regional Property Manager, and Groundkeeper
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs
EHS Laboratories
Environmental Hazards Services, L.L.C.
7469 Whitepine Road
Richmond, VA 23237
Contact: Julie DickersonTitle: Laboratory Administrator
Telephone: 804-275-4788FAX: 804-275-3700
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Environmental laboratory that analyzes asbestos, mold, lead, and multi-metal samples
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Chemists, Biologists, Administrative, IT
Normally Employ: High School Graduates, Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, On-the-job Training
Farmers Insurance and Financial Services
13220 Hull Street Road
Midlothian, VA 23112
Contact: Jeramy SibleyTitle: District Manager
Telephone: 804-592-4220FAX: 804-592-4224
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Marketing and Selling of Insurance and Financial Services /Products
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Insurance Agency Owners, Agency Producers, Customer Service Representatives
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Internships
Fastenal
4811-A Bethlehem Road
Richmond, VA 23230
Contact: Jim LevonTitle: District Manager
Telephone: 804-614-4904FAX: 507-494-6617
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Industrial & Construction Supply Distribution
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Sales or Sales Management
We will find a part-time position for those who are considered a strong fit for the organization.
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Part-time Jobs, Internships for Community College Students, On-the-job Training.
Our philosophy is to bring people into the organization in a Part-Time Sales Support capacity & to provide promotional opportunities based on work performance.
Fiorucci Foods Inc.
1800 Ruffin Mill Road
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Contact: Carey TillettTitle: Human Resource Manager
Telephone: 804-524-3461FAX: 804-520-7180
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Manufacturer of Italian specialty meats
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Machine Operators, Maintenance Technicians, Crew Leaders, Supervisors, Warehouse Technicians, General Labor,. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Customer Service, Purchasing, Plant Supervisors
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs
Fort Lee Civilian Personnel Advisory Center
700 Quarters Road, Building 12400, Suite 133
Fort Lee, VA 23801-1703
Contact: Roxanne HardingTitle: Human Resources Specialist
Telephone: 804-765-0974FAX: 804-765-4597
E-mail:
Web Site: and and
Primary Product or Service: Department of Army Military Installation
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Administrative, Clerical, Labor, Medical, Information Technology, Management, Food Service, Morale/Welfare/Recreation.
Additional Types of Jobs/Occupations: Custodial, Maintenance and Mobile Equipment Mechanics, Hotel Staff, Cashiers, Transportation Systems Specialists, Logistics Management Specialists, Historian, Instructors and Trainers, Supply Technicians
Normally Employ: Ex-Military, High School Students (summer hire), High School Graduates, Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Unless a different minimum entry age is contained in the standard or examination announcement for a particular position, applicants for any position must be at least 18 years old, or at least 16 years old, and:
  1. Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or
Fort Lee Civilian Personnel Advisory Center - Continued
  1. Have completed a formal vocation training program; or
  2. Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather continuing their education; or
  3. Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods, or
  4. Work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program - this is summer hire or intern employment.
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Student Career Employment Program, Summer Jobs On-the-job training
Internship Opportunities:
Student Opportunities With the Federal government:
E-Scholar Program:
Scholarship to Service Program:
Student Loan Repayment Program:

Gilbane Building Company
830 E. Main Street, Suite 300
Richmond, VA 23219
Contact: Drew MiccoTitle: Project Manager
Telephone: 804-782-6500FAX: 804-788-7149
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Construction Management
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Project Engineers, Office Engineers, Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Purchasing, Business Development
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Greater Richmond ARC
3600 Saunders Avenue 7600 Beach Road
Richmond, VA 23227 Chesterfield, VA 23838
Contact: Tina KingTitle: Human Resources Administrator
Telephone: 804-358-1874FAX: 804-353-0163
Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: The Greater Richmond ARC provides a variety of innovative services and programs designed to meet the needs of our clients and their families; our services span the lifecycle and assist people with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities to live happy, successful and meaningful lives.
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Direct Care Providers for individuals with disabilities (day programs, after school programs, respite services), Production Trainers – provide supervision and support for workers with disabilities
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (21 years and older – to be insurable for driving), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time and/or PRN Jobs, Summer Jobs
HCA Virginia Health System/Supply Chain Services/Richmond Shared Services
Contact: Aisha DeBerryTitle: Division Career Specialist
Telephone: 804-327-7620Toll free Number: 888-422-6223
E-mail: Web Site:
Supply Chain Contact: Franka BowmanTitle: Human Resources Manager
Telephone: 804-267-5511
E-mail: Web Site:


Shared Services Contact: Rainie BishopTitle: Human Resources Recruiter
Telephone: 804-267-4238
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: A comprehensive healthcare network in Central Virginia, Northern Virginia and Southwest Virginia through 14 acute care hospitals and 13 outpatient centers.
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations:
HCA Virginia is the state's fourth-largest private employer with a workforce of more than 13,500. Its parent company, HCA Inc., is the nation's leading provider of healthcare services with 166 hospitals andapproximately 106 freestanding surgery centersin 20 states and London, England. HCA Virginia is part of HCA's Capital Division.
HCA Supply Chain Services consolidates several non-clinical, administrative, functions to provide the most cost-efficient, high quality products and supplies to its facilities. Additionally, throughstandardized policies and procedures and other best practice tools,Supply Chain streamlines processes to improve operations, whichin turn reduces the operating expense of the hospitals serviced by Supply Chain.Key programs include:
Cost ManagementWarehouse Consolidation
Procurement (Purchasing Consolidation)Accounts Payable Consolidation
Division Based ProcurementNational Contracting
Point of Use(the scanning system used in the facility)
Richmond Shared Services
Richmond Patient Account Services provides the back office functions for 40 hospitals, including Richmond’s own Chippenham/Johnston Willis, Retreat, John Randolph, and both Henrico Doctors’ Hospitals. Here you will find all of our support services including Accounting, Customer Service, Billing, Collections, Logging, Optical Imaging, Registration, Scheduling, and much more. Because the billing process begins with Registration, we are also the employer for all registrars in our Kansas, Missouri,New Hampshire, Virginia andWest Virginia facilities.
Normally Employ:High School Graduates, Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Internships for High School Students, Internships for Community College Students, Summer Jobs, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefits, Flexible Schedules, Ability to Relocate within network of 170 hospitals and 90 surgery centers in 23 states without losing seniority.
Hill Phoenix
1925 Ruffin Mill Road
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
Contact: Sherry AventTitle: Human Resources Recruiter
Telephone: 804-451-2612FAX: 804-526-2080
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Manufacture Display Cases
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Assemblers, Fabricators, Material Handlers
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs
iDiscover
Learn Your Lesson
Serving the East Coast, USA
Contact: Robin RoseTitle: Founder and LearningConsultant
Telephone: 804.615.2483
E-mail: Web Site: and
on Facebook at iDiscover
Primary Product or Service:Learning Solutions
iDiscover provides learning consulting and development services including:
- Custom eLearning and instructor-led training
- Change Management
- Collaborative learning environments
- System simulations and workplace scenarios
- Social learning
- Positive Education coaching and consulting
- Workplace/Educational Partnerships
The Education division seeks to strengthen the relationship between schools, colleges, and the business community
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: IT Developers, Graphic Artists, Trainers, Instructional Designers, Educators, Project Managers
Normally Employ: Community College Students (for internships), Community College Graduates (for internships), University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Internships for High School and Community College Students, On-the-job Training
Jewett Machine Manufacturing Company
2901 Maury Street
Richmond, VA 23224
Contact: Bryce JewettTitle: President
Telephone: 804-233-9873FAX: 804-230-4473
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service: Precision Machining and Machine Work – Milling, Turning, Grinding, Screw Assemblies, Custom Equipment
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Machinists, CNC Machine Operators, Project Managers
Normally Employ: High School Graduates (18 years and older), Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefits
Martin’s Food Stores
2001 Maywill St
Suite 100
Richmond, VA 23230
Contact: Lara A. Slate Title: Store Employment Associate/
Human Resource Manager
Telephone: 804-520-4800FAX: 804-520-6886
Website:
Primary Product or Service: Retail Grocery, Distribution, Manufacturing
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations:
Food Service Associate (Kitchen, Deli, Bakery)
Front End Associate (Cashier, Courtesy Clerk, Checkout Coach)
Packaged Goods Associate (am/pm stock)
Perishable Associate (Meat, Produce, Floral)
Support Center Associate (Customer Service, Cash Office, Management)
Normally Employ: All types of people with variety of availabilities (16 years and up)
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time Jobs, Part-time Jobs, Internships, On-the-job Training, Educational Benefits, Summer Jobs
Rolls-Royce
Prince George, VA
Contact: Tracey McCoy, PHR Title: SeniorHuman Resources Business Partner (SHRBP)
Telephone: 804-518-7019
Cell: 1-804-638-7118
E-mail: Web Site:
Primary Product or Service:
Rolls-Royce is a global business providing integrated power systems for use on land, at sea and in the air.
Major Types of Jobs/Occupations: Machinists, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, Various staff roles
Normally Employ: High School Graduates, Journeyman, Community College Students, Community College Graduates, University Graduates
Job and Training Opportunities: Full-time, internships for Community College and University students. On-the-job Training provided. Education Assistance Benefits – offered after 6 months of full-time employment with Rolls-Royce subject to approval of appropriate degree program and accredited institution of higher learning.