The Most Important Job in North Carolina

An exceptional leadership opportunity to shape the workforce, strengthen communities, and expand opportunity statewide

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Meeting the Moment

Meeting the Moment

Meeting the Moment

Industries across North Carolina are evolving rapidly, and the skills required to succeed are changing with them. Employers expect stronger alignment between education and workforce needs, while students seek clear pathways into sustainable and meaningful careers. The next President will build on this momentum and help position North Carolina as the national leader in talent and workforce development.

North Carolina's Workforce Engine

#1

State for Business*

#1

State for Workforce*

58

Colleges

630,000+

Students Each Year

31,433

Employees System-Wide
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