Skip to content

THE PATH FILLED WITH PROMISE BEGINS HERE.

If you think you’re ready to use your passion and talent to start shaping our state’s future, then it’s time to take a look at a skilled profession. It’s more than just finding a high-wage, stable career – it’s finding the sense of pride that comes from building something bigger than yourself. Explore some of North Carolina’s innovative, in-demand professions below.

Join the movement
Sort By

Automation and Robotics

Top 10%: $75,210
|
Median: $49,370
View Profession

Biotechnology BioManufacturing

Top 10%: $74,050
|
Median: $41,350
View Profession

CAD/CAM Drafter

Top 10%: $81,770
|
Median: $58,700
View Profession

CNC Operator

Top 10%: $69,370
|
Median: $46,360
View Profession

Commercial Truck Driver

Top 10%: $69,360
|
Median: $47,860
View Profession

Computer Programmer

Top 10%: $153,780
|
Median: $101,080
View Profession

Construction

Top 10%: $169,200
|
Median: $98,580
View Profession

Diesel Technician

Top 10%: $70,670
|
Median: $50,290
View Profession

Electrician

Top 10%: $62,690
|
Median: $49,020
View Profession

Heavy Equipment Operator

Top 10%: $56,770
|
Median: $47,360
View Profession

HVACR Technician

Top 10%: $65,240
|
Median: $48,000
View Profession

Industrial Maintenance

Top 10%: $78,960
|
Median: $56,260
View Profession

Lineworker

Top 10%: $92,820
|
Median: $66,160
View Profession

Plumber

Top 10%: $65,650
|
Median: $47,220
View Profession

Welder

Top 10%: $63,480
|
Median: $47,200
View Profession