EDPNC Careers

Join our mission to make North Carolina a great place for all to work, live, and play.

Our Mission

The EDPNC improves the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians by recruiting new businesses to the state, supporting existing employers, assisting companies with international trade, counseling small business and startups, and promoting North Carolina as a tourism destination.

Our Culture

We are committed to building a team that draws strength from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We want our employees to show up as they are and achieve their goals, uplifting their teams and each other.

We value everyone’s individual talents and contributions to our collective accomplishments in advancing our state’s economic well-being and are dedicated to nurturing a culture that inspires performance, innovation and responsible action.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At the EDPNC, we embrace the differences of people living in, working in, and visiting our socially, environmentally, and economically diverse state, as well as those who plan to visit in the future.

We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, and we strive to be both ambassadors and catalysts for preserving the beauty of the cultural patchwork that makes North Carolina a welcoming place for all. We also understand that diversity and our differences are what makes us unique and inspires new ideas and brings value to our conversations and decision making.

Our Total Rewards Philosophy

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Why You’ll Love Working Here

At EDPNC, we take a holistic approach to total rewards—recognizing that meaningful work, fair pay, flexibility, growth, and well-being all matter. Our total rewards package is designed to support you at every stage of your career, invest in your long-term success, and provide the flexibility and security you need to thrive both professionally and personally.

We Invest in Our People—Professionally and Personally.

At EDPNC, our benefits are designed to support your career, well-being, and life outside of work.

Competitive compensation and performance incentives that reward impact and results
Hybrid work schedule that supports flexibility, and balance
Generous time off, including 4 weeks of PTO, 9 paid holidays, 3 sick and wellness days, and 3 flex holidays
401(k) with a 5% employer match after six months to help you build long-term financial security
Paid parental leave, including 8 weeks of maternity leave and 4 weeks of paternal leave, because family matters
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with HSA and FSA options
Company paid short- and long-term disability coverage as well as 50K life insurance for added peace of mind
Employee Assistance Program that covers your entire household’s wellbeing
Voluntary benefit options such as critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, life insurance and pet insurance
Corporate amenities such as paid parking, gym access and complimentary snacks
Family Forward Certified, reflecting our commitment to family-friendly workplace practices

Our Core Values

Our values are what motivate and inspire our team to better the communities and lives of people across North Carolina.

Accountability

Performing at a high level and holding ourselves accountable for our results.

Partnership

Building strong partnerships and collaborating both inside and outside the organization.

Customer Service

Providing excellent customer service through every interaction.

Resourcefulness

Being an accessible, innovative, and knowledgeable resource for our colleagues, clients, partners, and other stakeholders.

Ambassadorship

Serving as ambassadors for North Carolina (and for the EDPNC) through our work.

The EDPNC is Now a Family Forward NC Certified Employer

Family Forward NC is an innovative initiative to improve the health and well-being of children and their parents and keep North Carolina’s businesses and workplaces competitive. It is an employer-led change to increase access to research-based, family-friendly practices—big and small—that improve workplace productivity, recruitment and retention; grow a strong economy; and support children’s healthy development.

At the EDPNC, we are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our employees, their families, and children across NC. That’s why we’re proud to be a Family Forward NC Certified Employer.

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"This organization is driven by a meaningful mission, and it’s deeply rewarding to contribute to something that matters. I feel lucky to be part of a team where I’m excited to come to work, where I know I belong, and where together, we’re making a real difference."

Blair Holland

Joined EDPNC in 2024

“Working at the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina gives me the valuable opportunity to play a small part in growing the economic fabric of our wonderful state. At EDPNC no two days and no two team members are the same, we all come from different walks of life with a common mission to make our home a little bit better every single day."

Nathaniel Dick

Joined EDPNC in 2020

“My work feels most impactful when I contribute to a successful project that creates jobs in a rural area. Those dollars will circulate in that local community and support their schools, municipal services, and quality of life.”

Harry Swendsen

Joined EDPNC in 2014