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Today's veterans bring unique abilities and experience to the civilian workforce, including hard-to-teach skills like loyalty, dedication, self-motivation, sustained performance under pressure, respect for procedures and the ability to work as a team.
Not everything always goes according to plan – that’s why effective problem-solvers are some of the most desirable job candidates out there for companies in Raleigh, NC. Most veterans have plenty of problem-solving experience under their belt from their time in the military. The ability to think quickly on their feet, identify possible solutions, and then address complex issues will be a huge benefit to employers. At We Hire Heroes, we understand your need for staff who can react quickly, and we believe that hiring veterans is the secret to developing a competent workforce for the future.
About Raleigh NC
Raleigh is the capital city of North Carolina. It’s known for its universities and the number of technology and scholarly institutions in the area, which give it the nickname “the Research Triangle.” Raleigh is located in the northeast central region of the state, which is known as the "fall line" because it marks the point at which waterfalls start to appear in creeks and rivers. Most of Raleigh NC features gently rolling hills sloping eastward. The city is ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the state.
Raleigh Economy
Raleigh's industrial base includes financial services, electrical, medical, electronic and telecommunications equipment, clothing and apparel, food processing, paper products, and pharmaceuticals. The Raleigh job market increased in 2019 by 3.0% over the previous year, and future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 44.2%. This is higher than the US average of 33.5%. Raleigh is also a major center in the nation for high-tech and biotech research, as well as advanced textile development. It’s a retail shipping point for eastern North Carolina and a wholesale distribution point for the grocery industry.
Working in Raleigh
With the high number of educational institutions and local government entities, the biggest employer in Raleigh is the State with over 22,000 workers. The City occupies another 4,276 workers, and universities and schools between them employ over 10,000. The major healthcare facilities keep 20,000 people employed, and nearby Charlotte-based Duke Energy employs another 3,000 in Raleigh. Other large employers based in the area include:
- BB&T Insurance Services,
- Capitol Broadcasting Company,
- Carquest,
- First Citizens BancShares,
- Golden Corral,
- Martin Marietta Materials,
- Red Hat,
- Waste Industries, and
- Lulu.
Jobs for Veterans in Raleigh
Veterans can find work in a variety of fields in Raleigh NC, ranging from education to healthcare. Whether you’re qualified in something like teaching, healthcare, or manufacturing, you’ll find plenty of jobs to choose from. Companies that want loyal, dedicated employees with strong teamwork skills and the ability to react quickly can employ former service members transitioning to a civilian role. Careers in technology, security or service roles are all ideal occupations for service members back from the battlefield.
For more information on how to advertise jobs for veterans in Raleigh NC on our website, please click here.
