Programs & Services Directory
Find the N.C. Commerce program or service you’re looking for right here. Just select a category (choose the filter button first, if you’re on a mobile device) and then review the choices we offer in that topic area. You can also search by keyword.
All programs and services offered by each of our divisions appear in this directory.
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Agriculture Sites | Gas Products Fund
Agriculture Sites | Gas Products Fund
Obtain a grant to facilitate new and expanded natural gas and propane gas service in order to expand agricultural production or processing capabilities.
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Meeting | NCWorks Partnership Conference
Meeting | NCWorks Partnership Conference
Network and learn with your workforce peers and state leaders at North Carolina's premier conference for workforce professionals.
NCWorks Partnership Conference (State Workforce System Meeting)
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Neighborhood Revitalization
Neighborhood Revitalization
Tap into federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to help neighborhoods in your community.
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Technology Development Grants | OneNC Small Business Program
Technology Development Grants | OneNC Small Business Program
Win matching grants for your federal SBIR/STTR award with our technology development matching grant funds.
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Meeting | N.C. Main Street Annual Conference
Meeting | N.C. Main Street Annual Conference
Network and learn with downtown development professionals at the state's premier conference for downtown and rural economic development.
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Customized Career Services for Limited-English Speakers
Customized Career Services for Limited-English Speakers
Find help with your job search when English is not your primary language | SERVICE
Service Details | Career Services for Limited-English Speakers
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Customized Career Services for Former Offenders
Customized Career Services for Former Offenders
Find support for your reentry with personalized job-search services from our NCWorks reentry specialists | SERVICE
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Customized Career Services for Agriculture Workers
Customized Career Services for Agriculture Workers
Find employment in agriculture settings with our personalized assistance for agricultural workers | SERVICE
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Customized Career Services for Young Adults
Customized Career Services for Young Adults
Explore the word of work and find employment using our personalized services for young adults seeking jobs | SERVICE
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Customized Career Services for Veterans
Customized Career Services for Veterans
Tap into our personalized services for military veterans seeking jobs | SERVICE
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Professional Development Training for Workforce Professionals
Professional Development Training for Workforce Professionals
Sharpen your skills as a workforce development professional with high-quality, affordable, and easily accessible training from the NCWorks Training Center | SERVICE
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NCWorks Career Centers
NCWorks Career Centers
Walk into one of North Carolina's more than 80 NCWorks Career Centers for local assistance. Services offered for both job seekers and employers | PROGRAM
Program Details | NCWorks Career Centers (for Job Seekers)
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Online Employee Candidate Search
Online Employee Candidate Search
Find job candidates with the skills you're seeking for your business with our well-regarded online job portal | ONLINE SERVICE
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Online Job Search
Online Job Search
Look for a new job using our well-connected NCWorks online job portal | ONLINE SERVICE
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Incumbent Worker Training
Incumbent Worker Training
Receive support to train your existing workforce from this effective workforce development solution | PROGRAM
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On The Job Training (OJT)
On The Job Training (OJT)
Gain financial support to help cover some of the salary costs for people you've hired who are new to the position and learning on the job | PROGRAM
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Customized Training
Customized Training
Train your workers with a customized curricurlum and expert instructors tailored to your business' specific needs | PROGRAM
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Federal Bonding for High-Risk Employees
Federal Bonding for High-Risk Employees
Hire qualified but high-risk employees while protecting your business from potential damage with these free, individual fidelity bonds available from the federal government | PROGRAM
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Employee Recruiting & Screening
Employee Recruiting & Screening
Find workers for your company when you tap the recruiting and canditate screening services available from your nearest NCWorks Career Center | SERVICE
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Rapid Response - Support for Workers
Rapid Response - Support for Workers
Provide quick assitance for workers suddenly impacted by plant closures or employee layoffs and needing to find new jobs | PROGRAM
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Common Follow-Up System (CFS)
Common Follow-Up System (CFS)
North Carolina tracks educational and employment outcomes and publishes regular reports on our progress | STUDIES
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Research & Publications
Research & Publications
Discover a wealth of information related to specific research, on topics such as the state's top industries, our labor force, education and workforce program outcomes, and other economic topics. | STUDIES
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NC Today
NC Today
Review a snapshot of labor market and economic conditions for the state in this monthly flyer from our Labor & Economic Analysis team | PUBLICATION
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The LEAD Feed
The LEAD Feed
Gain valuable insights on the state’s economy and workforce from our Labor & Economic Analysis team's popular blog | PUBLICATION
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County & Regional Profiles
County & Regional Profiles
Review summaries of economic, demographic, and community data to better understand the business environment and quality of life in North Carolina’s counties and regions | SERVICE
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NC TOWER
NC TOWER
Uncover outcome data about programs of study, degrees attained, enrollment and employment for students who have pursued public higher education in NC. | ONLINE SERVICE
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NC Careers
NC Careers
Research detailed career information on hundreds of occupations, including education/training, job duties, wages, and employment outlook | ONLINE SERVICE
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Star Jobs
Star Jobs
Explore and identify prospective careers through the one- to five-star ranking system based on projected job openings, growth rate and wages. | ONLINE SERVICE
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Demographic & Business Reports (AccessNC)
Demographic & Business Reports (AccessNC)
Access and download custom demographics reports, business data, and area maps | ONLINE SERVICE
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Labor Data Search Tool (D4)
Labor Data Search Tool (D4)
Access state and local industry, occupation, employment, unemployment, and other labor force statistics from our Demand Driven Data Delivery System (D4) | ONLINE SERVICE
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Employment Projections
Employment Projections
View projections of employment growth by industry and occupation at the state and regional levels. | ONLINE SERVICE
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County & Area Employment Figures
County & Area Employment Figures
Access current employment figures for counties and regions within NC. | SERVICE & PUBLICATIONS
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One North Carolina Fund (One NC)
One North Carolina Fund (One NC)
Receive funds to support your company's location or expansion in North Carolina, in competitive situations. One NC grants require local governments to match the state's funds, using a formula based on each county's distress ranking (Tier ranking) | PROGRAM
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Downtown Development Grants (Main Street Solutions Fund)
Downtown Development Grants (Main Street Solutions Fund)
Support small businesses and downtown development agencies with a grant from the Main Street Solutions Fund | PROGRAM
Program Details - Downtown Development Grants (Main Street Solutions Fund)
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Disaster Relief | State and Federal Funds
Disaster Relief | State and Federal Funds
Secure funding for the repair, replacement or construction of new infrastructure. Available to local governments dealing with the aftermath of various natural disasters | PROGRAM
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Shell Buildings | Federal - CDBG Grants
Shell Buildings | Federal - CDBG Grants
Build a shell building in your community with supporting funds available to local governments from this program | PROGRAM
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Building Demolition: State - Rural Grants
Building Demolition: State - Rural Grants
Clear off old buildings from promising industrial sites with these grants funded from state resources | PROGRAM
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Building Demolition: Federal - CDBG Grants
Building Demolition: Federal - CDBG Grants
Clear off old buildings from promising industrial sites with these grants from federal Community Development Block Grant funds | PROGRAM
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Building Reuse: Federal - CDBG Grants
Building Reuse: Federal - CDBG Grants
Renovate old or vacant buildings to attract new or expanding businesses. Money is granted to local governments from federal Community Development Block Grant funds. | PROGRAM
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Utility Account
Utility Account
Develop or improve utilities in counties ranked as either Tier 1 or Tier 2. We grant local communities this money | PROGRAM
Program Details - Industrial Development Fund Utility Account
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Public Infrastructure: Federal - CDBG Grants
Public Infrastructure: Federal - CDBG Grants
Develop or improve the physical structures necessary to attract businesses, such as water, sewer, and gas lines. We grant local communities this money from federal Community Development Block Grant funds. | PROGRAM
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Public Infrastructure: State - Rural Grants
Public Infrastructure: State - Rural Grants
Develop or improve the public infrastructure that’s necessary to attract businesses, such as water, sewer, and gas lines. We grant local communities this money from state resources. | PROGRAM
Program Details - Public Infrastructure | State Rural Grants
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Western N.C. Strategic Consulting and Funding (ARC)
Western N.C. Strategic Consulting and Funding (ARC)
N.C.’s Office for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) provides social and economic support for 31 counties in Western North Carolina | SERVICE & PROGRAM
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Downtown Development Planning
Downtown Development Planning
Build a sound plan to strengthen or revitalize your downtown area when you work with our experts in the N.C. Main Street & Rural Planning Center | PROGRAM
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Community Strategic Planning
Community Strategic Planning
Create a technical economic development plan for your community | SERVICE
Service Details - Community Strategic Planning (Rural Planning)
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State Employment Figures
State Employment Figures
Find the latest monthly employment figures for NC, as well as past figures by year and month | SERVICE & PUBLICATIONS
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Building Reuse: State - Rural Grants
Building Reuse: State - Rural Grants
Renovate and reuse old or vacant buildings to attract new or expanding businesses. Money from this state-funded program is granted to local governments. | PROGRAM
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Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)
Job Development Investment Grant (JDIG)
Qualify for direct cash grants to your business when you create jobs or invest in North Carolina in competitive situations. Companies must meet strict performance targets, but JDIG grants can significantly help offset the cost of locating or expanding here. | PROGRAM
