Connecting Businesses to Talent

Our team empowers businesses by helping them build qualified workforces. We also oversee NCWorks Career Centers that help job seekers obtain vital skills and access resources that lead to rewarding careers.
ABOUT US

Who Does Your Business Need
to Hire?

Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD) is dedicated to working with businesses in search of candidates with the skills needed for open positions. At the same time, we work alongside job seekers no matter what career stage they are in. From recent grads to working professionals looking for something new, we deliver rewarding career opportunities, skill development and preparedness resources, creating a seamless cycle of employment and growth throughout the region.

Our success is when businesses and professionals thrive in Wake, Johnston, Chatham, Lee, and Orange Counties.

Learn More

Find Your NCWorks Career Center

NCWorks has many career centers conveniently located throughout the Capital Area, allowing both adult and youth job seekers to easily access resources.
Find Your Career Center

Get The NCWorks App

Download today and search for jobs.

The NCWorks App helps you navigate your job search journey. Search and apply for jobs right from your favorite device.

News Feed

See what’s happening with CAWD!
Category: Uncategorized

The Stevens Amendment

In compliance with the Stevens Amendment, funding details are provided below and revised annually.   WIOA Title I Programs Capital Area Workforce Development Board Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Programs are federally supported 100% by the U.S. Department of Labor as part of an award totaling $5,012,736. WIOA Adult Program The Capital Area Workforce…

Read More
Category: Articles

Help for Workers Impacted by Chapel Hill Flood

CAWD is partnering with The Town of Chapel Hill’s Economic Development team to connect employees affected by Tropical Storm Chantal to workforce experts who can support them in many ways – including connections to employment opportunities. What: Impacted Worker & Rapid Response Program Where: Chapel Hill Public Library, Meeting Room B When: Monday, July 21…

Read More
Category: Newsletter,Articles

Funding Opportunity: CAWD Reentry Mini Grants (Fall Round)

Capital Area Workforce Development Board (CAWD), in collaboration with Wake County Government, is excited to announce grant funding for Wake County nonprofits serving justice-involved residents. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $25,000 for participant support services, skills development, job readiness training, and employment preparation. This is a 12-month grant. Interested applicants are highly encouraged…

Read More
Category: Uncategorized

Public Event Notice: Photography & Recording Consent

Consent, Waiver and Release When you attend an event or program hosted by Capital Area Workforce Development (CAWD), NCWorks Career Centers or any managed by CAWD or affiliate programs, you enter an area where interviews, photography, and audio and/or video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, and in consideration of the benefit to…

Read More