Nurturing growth. Building community. Serving society. Whether teachers of agricultural and extension education or professionals in community youth development, our graduates are prepared to integrate their research-based education into their professional pursuits. Whether focused on agricultural leadership or community leadership, our graduates are equipped to help youth, families and communities prosper.
Careers
Our graduates leave their mark on the world by doing work that matters.
Our graduates make a difference.
In communities large and small, they're leading programs and providing services that benefit youth, individuals and families.
Career Paths
Career-Ready Graduates
Career Opportunities in Ag Education
Visit our Teaching Opportunities page to see available positions at schools for Agricultural Education graduates.
We grow tomorrow’s leaders. Among our alumni are former North Carolina Governors and Parenting Education providers as well as global leaders in Animal Agriculture.
Graduates of our programs find success in a number of fields — from nonprofit administration, secondary education, and agricultural leadership to community youth development, volunteer resource management, and family sciences.
A degree from our department enables you to pursue a meaningful career or continue your education in graduate or professional school. Opportunity awaits you in one of the many career paths below.
Agricultural Education
Through this track, you can pursue a career in teaching and FFA leadership or become an industry sales rep, consultant or manager.
Agricultural Science
The agricultural industry needs professionals who can manage and lead. Explore the exciting career options.
Parenting Education
This field offers a wide variety of job opportunities, from parenting coach to public speaker and workshop leader.
Relationship Education
Professionals in this field support couples to help make their relationships work. From teaching to counseling, the possibilities are abundant.
Extension Agent
Extension delivers research-based knowledge to communities in every corner of the state. Discover opportunities in Extension.
Ag Communications
Have a love for writing, marketing or public relations? Apply those skills to a meaningful career in the agricultural industry.
Family Life Education
Interested in strengthening families in your community? The field of relationship education offers a variety of career choices.
Community Development
Careers in this field offer an opportunity to improve the quality of life of communities in need.
Nonprofit Administration
Passionate about helping others? From a community organizer to a nonprofit manager, many career possibilities are available.
Family Life Coaching
Demand for family life coaches is on the rise. Strengthen one of the key pillars of our society through this rewarding career.
Youth Development
Do you desire to help young adults develop life skills that will help them succeed? Consider a career in youth development.
Graduate or Professional School
Enhance your career prospects with a master's or doctoral degree. We offer degrees in both of our program areas.
Training the Pros
With his degree in hand, Christian Gray owns and operates D.I.V.E.R.S.E. (Dedicated Individuals who Value Education, Relationships, Success, and Effort) LLC, a nonprofit that uses basketball in developing leadership skills and ethical decision-making among minority youth. He has helped children, teenagers, and NBA players hone their skills on and off the court. Gray is also featured in the Winter 2017 issue of CALS Magazine.
Watch Christian's Story
Making an Impact Through Coaching
Bria Sledge earned a graduate certificate in family life education and coaching in June 2016. She works as an after-school coordinator at Ravenscroft School in Raleigh, N.C. From playground safety to the dangers of radon, Bria is dedicated to helping families and communities understand the issues that could affect their welfare.
Read Bria's Story
Learning to Teach, Teaching to Learn
Joy Morgan earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in Agricultural Education at NC State. She returned to her home county and taught both middle and high school agricultural education before returning to pursue her doctorate degree. Joy is now an assistant professor at NC State and shares her passion for agriculture by teaching the next generation of agricultural educators.
Read Joy's Story
Alumna Starts Family Education Consulting Business
Stephanie Jones is an independent parenting education and family life consultant at her own business, Just Families, which provides parent education and support services to parents, families and organizations. “The greatest impact that CALS has had on my life and career is related to the relationships that I formed with CALS professors, colleagues and students,” Jones said.
Read Stephanie's Story
Career Resources
CALS Career Services
We prepare students to pursue successful career paths and connect employers with well-trained talent. Put us to work for you.
NCSU Career Center
See how the Career Development Center can jumpstart your career search.
NCSU Alumni Association
Find and apply for jobs posted by employers seeking graduates from NC State. And don’t miss upcoming webinars, career fairs and networking opportunities.
Ag Careers
Check out the leading job board for agriculture, food and biotechnology.
USDA
View a list of recruitment resources and search USDA vacancies.
Agri-Search
Consider a job placement firm specializing in all facets of the agriculture industry.