Job Description
Title: DBHDS Summer Intern
State Role Title: 1+013
Hiring Range: $20-$25 per hour
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Central Office
Agency Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking students who are interested in a work-based learning experience through a paid summer internship. If you are a student, or know a student, who is currently majoring in healthcare policy and administration, public policy and administration, psychology, social work, human resources, communications, information technology (IT), healthcare finance, business analysis, and others, who would like community planning, public policy, or workforce development experience, then this internship opportunity is for YOU! Please complete the application, along with submitting a one-page resume via PageUp. The Summer Internship begins May 27, 2026 and ends August 8, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to use independent judgment to plan and accomplish tasks
Strong organizational skills
Additional Considerations
N/A
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application. A resume may also be included with your submission. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. This position is open until filled; however, applications/resumes will begin to be reviewed within seven (7) business days of the date of this posting. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.
For any technical assistance with the jobs.virginia.gov website, please contact applicantinquiry@dhrm.virginia.gov.
Contact Information
Name: Kesia Gwaltney, PhD
Phone: N/A
Email: kesia.gwaltney1@dbhds.virginia.gov.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-XXXXXX+.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2026- February 2+, 2026, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
State Role Title: 1+013
Hiring Range: $20-$25 per hour
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Central Office
Agency Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking students who are interested in a work-based learning experience through a paid summer internship. If you are a student, or know a student, who is currently majoring in healthcare policy and administration, public policy and administration, psychology, social work, human resources, communications, information technology (IT), healthcare finance, business analysis, and others, who would like community planning, public policy, or workforce development experience, then this internship opportunity is for YOU! Please complete the application, along with submitting a one-page resume via PageUp. The Summer Internship begins May 27, 2026 and ends August 8, 2026.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to use independent judgment to plan and accomplish tasks
Strong organizational skills
Additional Considerations
N/A
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
For consideration, interested applicants must apply by completing the online application. A resume may also be included with your submission. However, emailed, faxed, and hand-delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted. This position is open until filled; however, applications/resumes will begin to be reviewed within seven (7) business days of the date of this posting. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DBHDS welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on how to seek this authorization, please refer to Working in the United States or contact the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office directly.
For any technical assistance with the jobs.virginia.gov website, please contact applicantinquiry@dhrm.virginia.gov.
Contact Information
Name: Kesia Gwaltney, PhD
Phone: N/A
Email: kesia.gwaltney1@dbhds.virginia.gov.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-XXXXXX+.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2026- February 2+, 2026, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The DBHDS Summer Intern position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Richmond offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.