Find your purpose and passion at one of the leading public universities in the United States — and the employer of choice for thousands of talented, driven people.
People are the heart of NC State University. They come to work here for many reasons and in diverse roles: teaching, research, outreach, extension, partnership, service. Every piece of our mission requires thousands of dedicated employees to come together and apply their unique talents — in our hometown of Raleigh, across North Carolina and around the world.
In short, it takes a Wolfpack to do what we do. And we need you with us.
If you’re passionate about higher education, innovation and discovery, or the simple pursuit of excellence in service to something bigger, there’s a job for you here. More than that, you’ll find a career, a community and an employer that has put people first since 1887.
NC State University is a major institution on a mission to create lasting prosperity. We empower our more than 36,000 students to create meaningful change in their communities. And we bring in more than $2 billion in revenue each year and return that value to the citizens of North Carolina many times over.
The people who work here feel connected to their work and its impact: In a 2023 Forbes survey, NC State was ranked the No. 11 employer in higher education nationwide.
Whatever your profession, chosen field or area of expertise, there’s an opportunity waiting for you at NC State. As a forward-thinking employer, we’ll find new ways to channel and harness your skills — and offer you a career-defining sense of purpose.
With nearly 10,000 employees across dozens of divisions and departments, we’re always seeking new people to join our growing Wolfpack. Our dedicated portal can help you find the perfect job — or receive an alert as soon as it opens up.
Wherever you are on your career journey, there are new possibilities for you at NC State. From temporary employment to tenure-track faculty roles to senior administrative positions at one of the nation’s top universities, you can take your next step here. People come from across the United States — and all over the globe — to contribute their talents to our mission.
Hiring is a collaborative process at NC State, and applying can be more complex than in the private or nonprofit sectors. Our human resources staff are ready to assist with every stage of the process, from the moment you fill out an application to your first years on the job. Our robust, consistent approach helps us recruit the best possible candidates, who ultimately go on to build rewarding careers surrounded by a Wolfpack that shares their passion.
I am honored and proud to work here. What’s important to me is that I am … making this university as proud of me as I am of it.
Yevonne Brannon
Executive Director NC State Center for Urban Affairs and Community Services
