Cleveland County Economic Development Partnership

Cleveland County's industrial base runs deep and right now, it's hiring! Seven openings. Six world-class companies. Don't overlook what's in your own backyard!

SUMMER ELECTRICAL ACADEMY 2026

June 8 – July 29, 2026
Hosted by Cleveland Community College

Are you a high school JUNIOR or SENIOR in Cleveland County, NC? Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to jumpstart your future in the electrical field!

✔️ $2,000 stipend
✔️ Up to $350 for transportation
✔️ FREE college tuition
✔️ Real-world, hands-on experience
✔️ Pre-apprenticeship certificate

Next interest session:
Tues, April 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM

Spots are limited so be sure to complete the interest form here: https://clevelandcc.edu/summer-electrical-academy-for-ccp-students/

One of our favorite days of the year is here. 🏭🎓
Making It Work is back — and so is the next generation of Cleveland County's manufacturing workforce.
Proud to bring this event to life alongside Cleveland Community College and our incredible private sector partners!

Happy National Puppy Day! 🐾 Meet Ralph, Bear, Katana, and Slate! Just four of many looking for their fur-ever home. Come and meet them all at the Cleveland County Animal Shelter. It's the perfect day to make fur-ever happen. 🐾

First day of spring hits different in Cleveland County. The clock tower at Gardner-Webb University reminds us there's no place quite like home.

The City of Shelby, Cleveland County Government, the City of Kings Mountain, and the Town of Boiling Springs North Carolina have partnered together again to host the annual Local Government Job Fair on Wednesday, March 25th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the LeGrand Center in Shelby. Learn more about job opportunities across the County in Finance, Fire & Rescue, Police, Energy Services, Housing, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Solid Waste, Water Resources, and many more. Both full and part-time positions are available!

Strong communities do not happen by accident. They are built through connection, opportunity, and people who show up for one another.

In Cleveland County, community and workforce go hand in hand. When families feel supported, local businesses thrive, and people have access to opportunity, the entire region grows stronger. This is how we build momentum that lasts and create a place where people want to live, work, and invest.

How does economic development bring new jobs to Cleveland County?
It’s more than just recruiting big companies. It's about building a strong foundation for growth. From scouting the right employers to strengthening our local talent pipeline and supporting existing businesses, we’re working every day to create opportunities right here at home.

Swipe through to see how it all comes together.

Behind every standout package is a coating doing the heavy lifting. ACTEGA helps unlock the full potential of packaging by enhancing performance, protection, and visual appeal across paper and board, labels, plastics, and metal packaging.

We're proud to highlight a partner whose innovation supports global brands and strengthens Cleveland County’s manufacturing ecosystem!

National Love Your Pet Day is basically a reminder to spoil them a little extra… as if we needed one. 😶

From premium food and treats to toys and wellness must haves, RollOver Pets has everything you need to treat your pets like the VIPs they are. Because around here, pets are family, and loving them well is just part of life in Charlotte’s Backyard.