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.
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.
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.
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.
Diversity + Inclusion are critical to all workplaces and spaces for expanding experiences, sharing perspectives opening opportunities to a wider base of individuals. NC TECH has several initiatives to support members in their efforts including an Engaging the Future: Tech Workplace Summit, a dedicated channel in our virtual community, NC TECH Connect, incorporating content in all programs and events, and connecting with diverse suppliers.
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 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.
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.
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.
NC TECH Members showcase innovative talent strategies in the Focus on Talent webinar series.
Thursday, November 20
NC TECH and MetLife invite you to Brews + Bytes + Insights on the the growing importance of AI automation in driving efficiency, reliability, and innovation. Join us for a brief program featuring MetLife Global Technology Leaders, followed by networking opportunities to meet the speakers and fellow tech professionals.
Tuesday, December 16
Join Venkata Natarajan, SVP, Chief Information Officer, US Businesses & Digital Services with MetLife, along with other technology leaders as they highlight the Global Technology Hub in Cary, NC. The speakers will share insights into their culture, technology teams, career paths, and open roles. You’ll also hear directly from an early career team member about their experiences, professional development opportunities, and what it’s really like to work there. MetLife has recently opened several roles targeted to recent graduates and those with under 4 years of experience.
For information about Talent Resources, reach to Andrea Fleming.
