Welcome to VHTP

The Virginia High-Tech Partnership (VHTP) links students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities with corporations, high-tech firms and government agencies for internships, summer positions and full-time career opportunities.

In January 1998, former Virginia Governor Mark R. Warner created the VHTP in response to the increasing need for skilled high-tech workers.

Who are Virginia's Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)?

Hampton University
Norfolk State University
Saint Paul's College
Virginia State University
Virginia Union University

VHTP Testimonials

"The program has helped me tremendously due to the fact that it arranged a very successful career fair held in Richmond, VA that led up to companies responding to the many resumes that I pased out." - Dior Brown-Isaac, VSU

"This program was very beneficial to me. It posted emails and notified me of upcoming scholarships and internships that met my qualifications. I appreciate the monthly updates to ensure that i was doing well in school. I would recommend this program to anyone who is new to finding internships and funds for school." - Phillip Hayes, Jr., NSU

"Thank you for giving me an opportunity to excel at one of America's top companies." - Siretha Goad, VUU