City, CMS Celebrate Second Year of the Education to Employment Program
Published on July 09, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 9, 2025) – Today, the City of Charlotte in partnership with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) hosted the Education 2 Employment Signing Day. The E2E program connects graduating seniors to entry-level positions within city departments, providing competitive pay, benefits and long-term career opportunities.
This year’s event marked the second year of the program, with participation nearly doubling since its launch.
“Investing in our youth’s talent development is a priority for the city,” said Danielle Frazier, special assistant to the city manager for workforce development. “Participation in the program has doubled, creating more career opportunities for the younger workforce in our community.
Graduates were selected for entry-level positions in departments including Aviation, Charlotte Area Transit System, Charlotte Department of Transportation, Charlotte Water, Department of General Services, Housing & Neighborhood Services and Solid Waste Services. To qualify applicants had to be graduating in 2025, 18 years old by the starting date and have a willingness to learn. Selected applicants went through a full competitive interview process for one of the following positions:
- Customer Service Representative
- Kennel Attendant
- Tree Trimmer
- Customer Revenue Service Assistant/Specialist
- STS Reservationist
- Office Assistant
- Transit Maintenance Assistant
- Damage Billing Assistant
- Sr. Water Service Technician
- Field Operations Dispatched
- Lost and Found Coordinator
- Street Crew Member
“The City of Charlotte’s Education 2 Employment program is a wonderful opportunity for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ graduates who want to pursue employment immediately after high school,” said Superintendent Crystal L. Hill, Ed.D. “By accepting these offers of employment with the city, our graduates are improving their economic mobility right now and building a foundation for their future success.”
The new employees will earn minimum wage at $23 per hour and will receive city benefits including medical, paid vacation, sick and holidays; a 401(k) and North Carolina retirement pension plan; education assistance and much more. Their first day on the job is July 14.
This is the second year of the Education to Employment program. The number of departments and positions doubled. The city hired 17 graduates in 2024 which has increased to 25 this year.
The city’s Workforce Development program also offers apprenticeships, internships, on-the-job training programs and more.
Learn more about jobs and city benefits on our City Jobs page.