As experiential learning becomes a more formal part of the Virginia Tech experience, VTTI offers practical and applied opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to engage in real-world projects and leadership experiences with researchers and partner organizations. We also offer internships for students in various disciplines.
Student engagement has been an important part of the VTTI culture since the very beginning. Over the past 35 years, thousands of students have benefited from their involvement with VTTI, through research experience, internships, and service learning.
Interested in a student position at VTTI?
For additional information about student opportunities at VTTI, please contact Miguel Perez.
Current Opportunities
Human Factors of Transportation Safety Graduate Certificate Program
Through the Human Factors of Transportation Safety Graduate Certificate Program, graduate students will gain in-depth knowledge and skills to aid in the research, improvement, and protection of all ground transportation users.
InternHUB
InternHUB is an interdisciplinary advanced-learning program at VTTI that aims to accelerate practical skill development in students interested in transportation industry careers.
Student Groups
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) at Virginia Tech
The Virginia Tech SAE student chapter brings together students interested in automotive engineering. Advised by VTTI faculty members Jared Bryson and Miguel Perez, the chapter provides opportunities for students to collaborate and learn about automotive engineering through vehicle events, lectures, and networking events with SAE professionals.
WTS International at Virginia Tech
VTTI is committed to advancing both the transportation industry and the professional women who are a growing part of it. In this endeavor, VTTI is happy to sponsor the Virginia Tech Chapter of WTS International. Under the mentorship of VTTI research faculty members Myra Blanco and Charlie Klauer, the Virginia Tech Chapter of WTS seeks opportunities to link young professionals with leaders in the transportation sector for mentorship, access, and networking.
