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The North Carolina Department of Commerce organizes its teams into business units known as Divisions, staffed by experienced experts in the subject areas the agency handles for the State of North Carolina.

Search for a program or service managed by our divisions by browsing our search-friendly directory.

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Read more about the operations of our business units by selecting a division below.

Employment Security

The NC Division of Employment Security manages the unemployment insurance (UI) system, supporting workers in transition and businesses in processing UI taxes.

Labor & Economic Analysis

LEAD collects data, conducts research and analysis and publishes reports about the state’s economy and labor market.

Rural Economic Development

We provide expert advice based on a community’s specific needs and can connect you with the funding your area needs to make things happen

Science, Technology & Innovation

Working with organizations across the state, we identify and communicate emerging opportunities in science and technology

Workforce Solutions

We help people in North Carolina find jobs

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Community Revitalization

We help Western North Carolina recover from Hurricane Helene

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