NC TECH and MetLife joined forces to establish the Center for Technology Workforce Innovation, a unique partnership designed to serve as a hub for the state’s tech employers and employees providing resources, thought leadership, and collaboration with the overarching goal of fostering growth and vitality in North Carolina’s technology sector. Read more about the partnership.
Tech Talent
Tech talent is critical to the success of North Carolina’s thriving tech sector. The Center for Technology Workforce Innovation connects with tech talent news, research and resources to empower both individuals and companies.
News
Quarterly newsletters and articles focused on talent initiatives, workforce development programs, events, public and private resources, and research reports by NC TECH and MetLife.
Research
NC TECH commissions and releases multiple research reports on the state's tech sector for the benefit of our members and as a resource for policymakers, economic development leaders, and the media. Reports include the annual State of the Technology Industry Report and Tech Innovation Index and the monthly IT Job Trends.
Resources
NC TECH has a growing membership of companies providing various resources and support for talent. Connect with members providing training, employer branding, culture development, diversity, and inclusion support, and more. Visit the Talent Resources page to review a full list and see where your company could enhance current talent recruitment and retention strategies.
Workforce Resources
Diversity fuels innovation, expands possibilities, and shapes a brighter future for all. Explore resources and programs on Diversity + Inclusion, and Women in Tech where talent thrives and drives progress for all.
Equity + Inclusion
Equity + Inclusion are critical to all workplaces and spaces for expanding experiences, sharing perspectives and opening opportunities to a wider base of individuals. NC TECH has several initiatives to support members in their efforts including events, a dedicated channel in our virtual community, NC TECH Connect, incorporating content in all programs and events, and connecting with diverse suppliers.
Women in Tech
North Carolina is the #1 state in the US for the Percentage of Women in the Technology Industry. Women make up 37.1 percent of the tech workforce. NC TECH has several programs and groups to support, retain, develop, and attract more women to technology fields. NC TECH hosts a Summit for Women in Tech, supports scholarships for women studying technology or engineering, hosts Lean In Circles for small group connections, and manages an online community specific for women in tech.
Tech Jobs
Tech is booming in NC, and so are the job opportunities. Connect with openings at MetLife, NC TECH member companies, and explore the NC TECH Job Board.
Job Board
Connect with top North Carolina technology employers and find your next role on the NC TECH Job Board. NC TECH members can post open roles or links to their career pages. Job seekers can browse opportunities and sign up to receive notifications of new posts.
Workforce Development
North Carolina has a wide range of innovative programs for tech workforce development and career exploration.
SparkNC partners with school systems and industry partners to accelerate student progress on pathways to careers in high-tech fields
The mission of FIRST North Carolina aligns with the mission of FIRST - to provide life-changing robotics programs that give young people the skills, confidence, and resilience to build a better world.
Code the Dream provides free software development training and apprenticeships to low-income and underrepresented adults in North Carolina, focusing on workforce development. Their program equips participants with coding skills, leading to CTD Labs where they build real apps for nonprofits under mentorship.
Talent Events
Wednesday, March 5
NC TECH is hosting a supplemental briefing in Wilmington for the annual North Carolina State of Technology Industry Report (NC STIR). The STIR provides a snapshot of North Carolina's tech sector. The actual report serves as a repository of facts, statistics, trends, narratives, and insights into NC’s tech industry.
Following the briefing, join us for a candid conversation on scaling AI responsibly, driving measurable ROI, and turning strategy into sustained execution with Wilmington-based tech leaders.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
The CLT Women in Tech Forum is designed for trailblazers who are ready to lead what’s next in AI, innovation, and inclusive leadership. Hear candid stories from women who are reshaping products, policies, and culture; explore how AI and emerging technologies are opening new leadership paths; and dig into the real levers that move equity from “initiative” to business imperative. This forum will connect rising and established leaders across roles, sectors, and backgrounds—giving you fresh insight, practical strategies, and a stronger network to power your future.
View more upcoming talent events, and other NC TECH events through the event calendar linked below.
Questions?
For information about Talent Resources, reach to Andrea Fleming.
