Brunswick NCWorks Career Center

10/13/2026

A strong workforce starts with strong partnerships!

Brunswick Community College plays an important role in connecting education, workforce development, and economic opportunity throughout Brunswick County. As our community continues to grow, collaboration between education, local businesses, and workforce partners is essential to helping residents develop skills, explore career pathways, and connect with meaningful employment.

We're fortunate to have BCC as an important part of our local workforce development network! Take a few minutes to hear Dr. Gene Smith discuss the College's role in supporting Brunswick County's workforce, businesses, and entrepreneurs.

Community Conversation: Dr. Gene Smith, President, Brunswick Community College

10/13/2026

💙 Workforce Development Professionals Month!

Thinking about learning a trade, starting a career in healthcare, or exploring beauty and wellness? Not sure where to start?

Meet Ashlee, our WIOA Youth Career Navigator at NCWorks at Brunswick Community College! Ashlee works with young adults ages 16–24, helping them explore career options, pursue training, earn industry-recognized credentials, and work toward full-time employment. And she's there to help along the way, from getting started with enrollment to taking those next steps toward a career.

In this video, Ashlee explains what documents to bring when enrolling in the WIOA Youth program so you can be prepared to get started! Sometimes knowing that first step makes all the difference. We're glad Ashlee is here to help young adults navigate their path forward.

Interested in training for a career? Reach out to the NCWorks Career Center at Brunswick Community College to learn more about WIOA Youth services and eligibility.

Stay tuned as we continue introducing you to the people behind NCWorks throughout October!

10/09/2026

From the Butcher Block to the Electrical Trade: David's Success Story!

Sometimes finding the right career means being willing to take a different path.

David was working as a butcher in Southport when he realized he wanted something different for his future. He was interested in the electrical trade but needed an opportunity to gain experience and develop his skills.

Through the partnership of NCWorks, Brunswick Community College, and Connected Home Inc., David was able to take those next steps!

With assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I program, David participated in a Work Experience (WEX) with Connected Home Inc., where he gained hands-on experience and discovered that the electrical trade was the right fit for him. He went on to complete Electrical I at BCC, participate in an electrical apprenticeship, and complete On-the-Job Training (OJT) with Connected Home Inc.

And today? David is employed full-time with Connected Home Inc., earning $20 an hour!

But his story doesn't stop there! He's preparing to take Electrical II at BCC as he continues developing his skills and advancing in his career. David's success is a great example of what can happen when a motivated individual, a supportive employer, and workforce development partners work together.

Congratulations, David! We're excited to see where your career takes you next!

Interested in exploring a new career, gaining hands-on experience, or developing skills for employment? Contact the NCWorks Career Center at Brunswick Community College to learn more about available services and opportunities!

10/09/2026

🌱 Looking for a part-time opportunity?

Cape Greens Farm is recruiting for a Part-Time Farm Assistant!

If you're interested in agriculture, enjoy hands-on work, or are looking to explore a career in farming, this may be an opportunity worth checking out!

Interested job seekers are encouraged to review the position details and application requirements through Handshake.

🔗 View the opportunity here:
https://app.joinhandshake.com/public/jobs/11626395?utm_source=web&utm_campaign=job_share&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_content=emp-copy_link-all_jobs_page

Need help preparing your resume or navigating your job search? The NCWorks Career Center at Brunswick Community College is here to help!

10/09/2026

💙 October is Workforce Development Professionals Month!

We're continuing our celebration of the people who make a difference every day at NCWorks at Brunswick Community College!

🎥 Today, meet Maria! Maria works with adults and dislocated workers, helping people explore career opportunities, gain new skills, access training, and find their way back into the workforce.

Maria talks about two opportunities you may not know are available through NCWorks: Work Experience (WEX) and On-the-Job Training (OJT). A WEX gives eligible individuals an opportunity to gain hands-on workplace experience, develop skills, and build confidence. An OJT allows eligible individuals to learn while working, while participating employers may receive assistance with a portion of training wages.

Both programs can make a difference for someone looking for an opportunity and for a local business looking to build its workforce. And that's what we love about workforce development. Sometimes all someone needs is an opportunity to learn, a little guidance, and someone willing to help them take that next step.

Thank you, Maria, for the work you do to help people move forward!

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Or are you a business interested in developing your workforce? Connect with the NCWorks Career Center at Brunswick Community College. We'd love to help you explore what's available!

10/07/2026

Planning to attend the Novant Health Hiring Event? Come see NCWorks FIRST!

Novant Health is hiring, and the Brunswick County hiring event is coming up October 20 from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.

If you're planning to attend, don't wait until the day of the event to get ready! Stop by the NCWorks Career Center at Brunswick Community College anytime between 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. before the hiring event.

Our NCWorks team can help you:
✔️ Update or strengthen your resume
✔️ Apply for Novant Health positions before the event
✔️ Prepare to talk with employers
✔️ Make sure you're ready to put your best foot forward

Come into the Career Center and let us help you get ready!

Tag or share this with someone who's looking for their next opportunity!

10/06/2026

TOMORROW! There’s still time to grab your spot!

If your resume needs an update—or you’re not sure where to start—join us tomorrow morning for a FREE Resume Writing Workshop at the NCWorks Career Center!

We’ll talk about what employers look for, how to highlight your skills and experience, common mistakes to avoid, and simple ways to make your resume stronger.

Already have a resume? Bring it with you! We can work with what you have. Starting from scratch? Come anyway—that’s what we’re here for!

Don’t put off working on your resume until you find the job you want. Come spend an hour with us tomorrow and get ready now.

FREE and open to the public!

10/06/2026

💙 October is Workforce Development Professionals Month!

Governor Josh Stein has proclaimed October 2026 Workforce Development Professionals Month in North Carolina, recognizing the people who help job seekers find pathways to meaningful careers, connect individuals with training and supportive services, and help employers build the workforce they need.

Here at NCWorks at Brunswick Community College, we see that work happening every day — and this month, we want you to meet some of the people who make it happen right here in Brunswick County!

🎥 First up, meet Amy, one of our Career Navigators!

Amy helps young adults navigate their next steps — from exploring career and training opportunities to connecting with resources that can help remove barriers along the way.

Throughout October, we’ll be stopping by to talk with more members of our NCWorks team, so follow along and meet the workforce professionals behind the work!

10/02/2026

Manufacturing Day 2026!

Manufacturing Day is about helping students see the connection between local careers, education, training, and their future.

As part of Brunswick Community College’s annual Manufacturing Day, local high school students visited Flow Sciences, Inc. in Leland to see modern manufacturing firsthand and learn about the skills and career opportunities available in the industry. Students then returned to BCC for lunch and a workshop focused on education and training pathways.

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Training Team, alongside BCC Workforce and Trades Education and Customized Training, helped guide students throughout the day — a great example of education, workforce development, and industry working together to build our local talent pipeline.

Pictured from left: WIOA Team - Ashlee Atkinson, Sarah Mobley, a WIOA Youth participant, and Amy Latta-Spain.

This year’s event also comes during North Carolina Manufacturing Week, September 28–October 2, 2026.

Read the Governor’s Manufacturing Week proclamation: https://governor.nc.gov/governor-stein-proclaims-north-carolina-manufacturing-week-0

10/01/2026

Building financial skills through community partnership!

Our Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Youth participants had the opportunity to take part in a Reality of Money Workshop at Brunswick Community College, led by Rae Stephens with State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU).

Through this interactive experience, participants explored real-world financial decisions involving budgeting, everyday expenses, credit, education, and planning for the future. These are practical skills that can make a lasting difference as young people move into employment, education, and greater independence.

We are especially grateful for partnerships like this one. Rae is not only a valuable community resource through SECU, but also an active member of our Brunswick County NCWorks Partnership. Bringing partners together allows us to connect participants with knowledge, resources, and experiences that go well beyond a traditional job search.

A big thank you to Rae Stephens and SECU for investing in our young people and helping them build the financial confidence they will carry into their careers and their lives.

Workforce development is stronger when we work together. 💙