A spouse or partner of a new permanent faculty or staff member who is being employed by the university through a regional or national recruitment effort, who will become or is unemployed due to their relocation, is eligible for dual career assistance.

After an eligible spouse or partner fills out the interest form, we will facilitate an initial consultation to determine their employment interests, skills and needs. During consultation, we will also discuss local employment options within or outside of VCU in any industry, including academia. We recognize that finding a new position takes time, and will assist however we can throughout this process.

The dual career program offers a range of services designed to help spouses and partners successfully relocate and find employment. These include access to job leads within the community, relocation assistance information, networking opportunities, and tools for refining a resume/CV or preparing for an interview. Please note, the dual career program can neither guarantee employment nor offer preferential treatment for positions inside or outside VCU.