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[FREE HIRING EVENT] Wake County Regional Fall 2026 Career & Resource Fair at Wake Technical Community College - Southern Wake Campus in Raleigh - Thursday September 10

[FREE HIRING EVENT] Wake County Regional Fall 2026 Career & Resource Fair at Wake Technical Community College - Southern Wake Campus in Raleigh - Thursday September 10

Hey all, I am not affiliated with this event but thought some folks here might be interested in attending this job fair.

How to register: Here's the link to the Eventbrite page.

Description: Wake County's large regional career fair showcase of employers & collegiate & working talent--join us Sept 10! Open to the public!

The Wake County Fall 2026 Regional Career & Resource Fair brings together a large scale array of Raleigh-Durham regional talent along with North Carolina's major employer network. This seasonal event is FREE to jobseekers and fully-catered (for registered employers).

  • Where: Wake Tech Community College's Southern Wake Campus in Raleigh (9101 Fayetteville Road)

  • When: Thursday, September 10. There's some conflicting info on hours (the event page says 12pm-3pm but the flyer says 9am-3pm) so please reach out to the organizer on the EventBrite page for clarification.

  • Cost: None; event and parking are both free

u/techtchotchke — 1 day ago

[HIRING] Office Manager / Facilities Coordinator - mid-senior level - fulltime + benefits ($60-$80k) - downtown Durham biotech company

Hi everyone! We've partnered with a small, growing biotech company in downtown Durham to assist them in their search for a fulltime, highly experienced Office Manager / Facilities Coordinator to join their team. This role will fulfill these primary functions:

-admin support for executives (maintaining calendars and correspondence)

-general office management (staff the front desk, maintain general inbox/phone line, supply stocking)

-event coordination for internal gatherings (setup, catering, cleanup)

-facilities coordination (primary liaison with maintenance and building management, and support biotech safety/compliance)

  • Requirements: Candidates must have 3-7+ years' recent experience in an office manager role, executive assistant role, or similar position. A Bachelor's degree is preferred but equivalent experience is also considered. Candidates must have good computer skills and interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to their work.

  • Schedule details: M-F 8-5 standard business hours

  • Location requirement: Candidates must be local to the Triangle metro area and able to sit onsite each business day in downtown Durham.

  • Work details: This is a direct-hire opportunity with benefits. Target base salary is $60k - $80k depending on experience and credentials.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 2 days ago

[HIRING] Java Software Engineers (1 tech lead, 1 mid-senior) - downtown Raleigh (hybrid schedule) - fintech company - $150k-$200k

Happy Monday! We've partnered with a growing fintech company opening a new office in Raleigh; they're building out their software engineering team in the area and are seeking 2 Java software engineers: a mid/senior-level SWE and a Tech Lead. These positions would focus on feature building for a cloud-based SaaS product in Java / Spring Boot with React / Typescript.

  • Requirements: Candidates must have 5-7+ years' professional experience in software engineering, experience across the full stack, and experience in modern development frameworks. The Tech Lead must have expertise in Spring Boot specifically; this is less imperative for the IC role (although you still must be comfortable working in Java). The Tech Lead must have held tech lead responsibilities before (it's fine if it wasn't part of your job title). A relevant degree is preferred but not required. Prior fintech experience is a big plus, especially in the loans or distributed ledger space.

  • Schedule details: 40-hour work week during M-F, standard business hours (~8am - ~5pm)

  • Location requirement: Candidates must be within regular commutable distance to downtown Raleigh. These roles have a fixed hybrid schedule (Tues-Thurs onsite in downtown Raleigh, Mon & Fri are remote).

  • Work details: These roles are direct-hire salaried positions with benefits. Salary depends on experience and credentials; salary bands are $150k-$180k for the regular SWE and $170k-$200k for the tech lead.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 4 days ago

[HIRING] Quail Ridge Books in North Hills (Raleigh) hiring part-time bookseller staff for 2026 holiday season

Hi everyone! I am not affiliated with Quail Ridge Books (just a huge fan for of 30+ years!) but have seen a few posts lately from people looking for part-time and seasonal work, so thought I'd share this here. Quail Ridge Books is located at North Hills and is a cornerstone of the small business community here in Raleigh.

Here's the link to the full job listing, including the job application PDF and application instructions

Fo convenience the job description is pasted below, but you will still need to go to the link to apply:

>Quail Ridge Books is hiring for seasonal part-time booksellers for the general sales floor and children’s department!

>We love books, but our highest priority is our customers. We need someone great with people, detail-oriented, and quick to pick up technical skills. Being able to engage with a range of people with a variety of interests and needs is a must. Prior customer service and cash handling skills will be prioritized for interviews.

>Bookselling is physically hard. You will be on your feet most of the time and may need to haul books around the store. You may have to lift heavy boxes or roll bookcases for events. The job description is varied, and flexibility is required on everyone's part. Regular duties include operating a register, vacuuming, shelving, and calling customers about special orders. We are open from 10am to 9pm Monday through Saturday and from 10am to 6pm on Sundays, and evening and weekend availability is necessary. While we're closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, we need people who will be in town and available through the entire holiday season and the first week of January.

>Please note for the seasonal children’s bookseller position- Knowledge and love of children's books (from infant to YA) is a must as well as a wealth of patience.

u/techtchotchke — 9 days ago

[HIRING] Greenhouse Technician - Syngenta RTP in Durham - 6+ month W2 contract at $21.50 - $21.74/hr. - 40hr schedule M-F

Hey y'all, we've partnered with Syngenta RTP to help them fill a plant care role in their research greenhouse facility in Durham. This position would focus on plant maintenance activities (watering, fertilizing, pollinating, propagating, repotting, etc.) primarily with soybeans and corn, with some general operational support activities like data entry.

  • Requirements: Candidates must have recent hands-on experience in a greenhouse or growth chamber environment, either through work or through higher education research projects. Candidates should be comfortable on a computer within the Microsoft productivity suite (Outlook, Word, etc.) and must be able to perform the physical requirements of greenhouse work (ex: using a stepladder, standing/walking for extended periods, occasional lifting of potted plants/soil bags).

  • Schedule details: 40-hour work week during M-F, standard business hours (~8am - ~5pm)

  • Location requirement: Fully onsite role in Durham in RTP

  • Work details: This is a 6-month W2 contract opportunity; contract extensions are highly likely. Pay rate is $21.50 - $21.74/hr.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 10 days ago

[HIRING] Blue Ox Bakery near downtown Raleigh seeks full-time Baker

Hi everyone! I am not affiliated with The Blue Ox Bakery and cannot help you get this job but thought some folks here might be interested in reviewing this hiring ad that came up on Blue Ox's Instagram this morning.

Folks without an Instagram account should still be able to read the text of the ad by opening the link in their browser, but for your convenience I've also pasted it below:

>Hey friends! Do you want to be a part of team Blue Ox? We are looking for a full time baker to join our team.

>*Must have weekend availability

>*Must be able to lift 50 lbs

>*Experience preferred but not required

>*Must enjoy making delicious pastries

>If interested please email us at theblueoxbakery@gmail.com"

Blue Ox Bakery is located near downtown Raleigh on New Bern Avenue.

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u/techtchotchke — 11 days ago

[HIRING] Industrial Bolt Technician role in North Raleigh - 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) - 6mo C2H @ $26.40/hr.

Hey folks! We've partnered with a small, local industrial startup in the sustainable / renewable energy sector to find them an Industrial Bolt Engineering Technician to join their Bolt Data Collection team in their hardware lab and equipment warehouse. This role is responsible for data collection and data entry as it pertains to structural steel bolts in their experimental hardware and industrial equipment. There is only 1 opening for this role remaining and it is 2nd shift.

  • Requirements: Recent engineering, warehouse, hardware testing, or repair experience (they'd love someone with hydraulics or ultrasonic transducers!). A HS diploma or GED is required; a degree is a big plus but hands-on work experience in a relevant function is most important. Basic computer skills in MS Office is required. Soldering experience or experience in hydraulics would be awesome. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs on a warehouse floor and must be committed to adhering to safety regulations.

  • Schedule details: 40-hour work week during M-F, 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm)

  • Location requirement: North Raleigh (fully onsite)

  • Work details: This is a 6-month W2 contract-to-hire opportunity. 2nd shift starts at $26.40/hr. Planned raises are based on tenure.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 15 days ago

[HIRING] Office Manager / Facilities Coordinator - mid-senior level - fulltime + benefits ($60-$80k) - downtown Durham biotech company

Hi everyone! We've partnered with a small, growing biotech company in downtown Durham to assist them in their search for a fulltime, highly experienced Office Manager / Facilities Coordinator to join their team. This role will fulfill these primary functions:

-admin support for executives (maintaining calendars and correspondence)

-general office management (staff the front desk, maintain general inbox/phone line, supply stocking)

-event coordination for internal gatherings (setup, catering, cleanup)

-facilities coordination (primary liaison with maintenance and building management, and support biotech safety/compliance)

  • Requirements: Candidates must have 3-7+ years' recent experience in an office manager role, executive assistant role, or similar position. A Bachelor's degree is preferred but equivalent experience is also considered. Candidates must have good computer skills and interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to their work.

  • Schedule details: M-F 8-5 standard business hours

  • Location requirement: Candidates must be local to the Triangle metro area and able to sit onsite each business day in downtown Durham.

  • Work details: This is a direct-hire opportunity with benefits. Target base salary is $60k - $80k depending on experience and credentials.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 17 days ago

[HIRING] Industrial Bolt Technician role in North Raleigh - 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) - 6mo C2H @ $26.40/hr.

EDIT: Please refer to the most recent iteration of the job listing for up-to-date details.

Hey folks! We've partnered with a small, local industrial startup in the sustainable / renewable energy sector to find them an Industrial Bolt Engineering Technician to join their Bolt Data Collection team in their hardware lab and equipment warehouse. This role is responsible for data collection and data entry as it pertains to structural steel bolts in their experimental hardware and industrial equipment.

* Requirements: Recent engineering, warehouse, hardware testing, or repair experience (they'd love someone with hydraulics or ultrasonic transducers!). A HS diploma or GED is required; a degree is a big plus. Basic computer skills in MS Office is required. Soldering experience would be awesome. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs on a warehouse floor and must be committed to adhering to safety regulations.

* Schedule details: 40-hour work week during M-F, 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm)

* Location requirement: North Raleigh (fully onsite)

* Work details: This is a 6-month W2 contract-to-hire opportunity. 2nd shift starts at $26.40/hr.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 23 days ago

[HIRING] City of Raleigh's Housing and Community Development Department seeks mid-senior level Executive Assistant (fulltime + benefits, $53k-$80k, hybrid schedule in downtown Raleigh)

Hi everyone! I am not affiliated with the City of Raleigh and cannot help you get this job but since we have a few folks in here whose job search is centered around admin work, and affordable housing is an initiative I think all of us can get behind, wanted to alert the community to this new Executive Assistant role with the City of Raleigh's Housing & Community Development division.

Review the full job description and apply for the job at this link.

A few highlights:

  • Role function is supporting the Department Director and other leadership to administer housing programs focused on affordable housing supply, access, and local & federal funding distribution

  • This position is designed for a mid-senior level candidate with prior experience as an EA or similar.

  • Salary range is $53,400 - $80,100

  • Hybrid schedule, the office is in downtown Raleigh on Fayetteville Street

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u/techtchotchke — 1 month ago

[HIRING] Account Executive / Solutions Engineer - fulltime ($115k base target, $230k OTE) - hybrid with Chapel Hill financial software company

Hi everyone! We've partnered with a small, growing financial software company out of Chapel Hill to help find them a mid-senior level Account Executive or Solutions Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for prospecting, networking, and business development to drive new revenue for the company's software solution, a financial product for insurance companies.

  • Requirements: Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in technology sales, and have at least 1 year of experience selling into the insurance world. The company is also potentially open to candidates who come from a technology background in insurtech who want to get into sales and have experience working directly with customers. Candidates must have a pre-existing rolodex in the insurance world.

  • Schedule details: M-F 8-5 standard business hours

  • Location requirement: Candidates must be local to the Triangle and willing to come into the Chapel Hill office 3-5 times per week during the first year of employment. Remote flexibility can increase with tenure. This role involves some degree of travel, up to 25%.

  • Work details: This is a direct-hire opportunity with benefits. Target base salary is $115,000; target OTE is $230,000.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 1 month ago

[HIRING] Insectary Lab Assistant - 6+ month W2 contract ($24-26/hr) - onsite at Syngenta RTP (Durham)

Morning y'all! We've partnered with the agricultural company Syngenta to find them an Insect Lab Assistant to support their plant-insect interaction research efforts. This role is responsible for rearing of insects, especially butterflies, beetles, and aphids, as well as some crop plant maintenance activities like leaf sampling.

  • Requirements: A minimum of an Associate's degree is required, as is some lab experience. Candidates who have worked in arthropod handling, especially with insects, are strongly preferred. Candidates MUST be comfortable with insects.

  • Schedule details: M-F 8-5 standard business hours

  • Location requirement: Candidates must be local to the Triangle and able to fulfill the fully-onsite nature of this role in Durham

  • Work details: This is a 6-month W2 contract opportunity. Contracts with Syngenta are likely to extend, often repeatedly. Target hourly rate is $24 - $26 depending on experience and credentials.

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 1 month ago

[HIRING] Marbles Kids Museum seeks part-time customer service staff for the PlayStore museum shop (weekends required)

Hey everyone, I thought some of you seeking part-time work might be interested in this job with Marbles. I am not affiliated with Marbles or their PlayStore and cannot help you get this job, but I CAN recommend them as an employer--I was an intern at Marbles in college and had such a blast working there! 😊

Here's a link to the job post.

A few key points--

  • Role involves opening and closing the PlayStore museum shop, offering customer service at checkout and on the shop floor, assisting with stocking, and basic cleaning.

  • Schedule is part-time with an emphasis on weekends. Saturday and Sunday availability is required.

  • Preference is given to candidates with at least 1 year of customer service experience, especially in retail or with kids.

u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Dosirak (Korean convenience store) opening in downtown Durham seeks part-time Store Associate (Korean language skills a plus!)

Hey everyone, here's another job I came across recently that some of y'all seeking part-time afternoon/evening work might be interested in. I am not affiliated with Dosirak Outpost and cannot help you get this job (although I'm super excited for this place to open!)

Review and apply to the job listing here. It is a Google Form so a Google account is needed to view and apply.

Some highlights at a glance:

  • Role function is checkout / customer service / stocking

  • Part time schedule 2 days per week (2pm - 8:30pm), one of which being Sunday

  • Hourly rate $15 + free meal + store discount

  • Applicants should be interested in Korean food and Korean culture; Korean language skills are a plus!

  • Store opens July 9th!

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Industrial Bolt Technician role in North Raleigh - 1st shift ($24/hr) and 2nd shift ($26.40/hr) schedules available - 6mo C2H

Hey folks! We've partnered with a small, local industrial startup in the sustainable / renewable energy sector to find them 2 Industrial Bolt Engineering Technicians to join their Bolt Data Collection team in their hardware lab and equipment warehouse. This role is responsible for data collection and entry as it pertains to structural steel bolts in their experimental hardware and industrial equipment. Great roles for new Associate's grads in Mechanical Engineering, or a field technician looking for a steady schedule and worksite.

  • Requirements: Some engineering, warehouse, or repair experience (they'd love someone with hydraulics or ultrasonic transducers!) and a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Basic computer skills in MS Office is required. Soldering experience would be awesome. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs on a warehouse floor and must be committed to adhering to safety regulations.

  • Schedule details: 40-hour work week during M-F, 2nd shift (3pm - 11:30pm) and 1st shift (8:30am - 5pm) both available

  • Location requirement: North Raleigh (fully onsite)

  • Work details: This is a 6-month W2 contract-to-hire opportunity. 1st shift starts at $24 and 2nd shift starts at $26.40

Application instructions: If you have any questions or would like to apply, send me a chat and I will respond with my email address so you can send a resume!

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Town of Cary seeks Assistant Town Clerk (Office and Administrative Support)

Hey everyone, here's another job that might be a fit for some folks here seeking admin work. I am not affiliated with the Town of Cary and cannot help you get this job.

Review and apply to the job listing here.

Some highlights at a glance:

  • Primary function is acting Clerk to three Town of Cary advisory boards/committees (agenda prep, meeting coordination, minute-taking, advising on policies & procedures, etc.) as well as general logistical and office support

  • Salary range is $54,163.20 - $83,969.60

  • Tuesday and Thursday evening availability is required in order to support town meetings and events

  • 3+ years' admin experience required. Preference will be given to candidates with a relevant degree and/or experience in a municipal office

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] JC Raulston Arboretum seeks part time (15-20hrs/wk) Greenhouse / Plant Nursery Assistant ($20/hr)

Hey everyone, seen a few threads lately asking about both part-time jobs and jobs that pay $20/hr. so I found this one which is both! I'm not affiliated with JC Raulston Arboretum and can't help you get employed there, but can vouch for it as an awesome (and free!) place to visit :)

The job posting is here.

Some highlights:

  • 15-20 hours per week during the Monday- Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM window

  • Focus of the role is plant growth / propagation in the arboretum's plant nursery spaces

  • Requires some hands-on experience with plants, with a preference for folks who have worked in public gardens, garden centers, or similar botanical environments

  • DOES NOT require any degree or certification, but you must have a driver's license and be willing to obtain a pesticide applicator license in NC

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Durham's Museum of Life & Science seeks fulltime Grants Administrator

Hi everyone! I don't work for this museum but it's such a fun awesome place and seems like a neat place to work, so thought some of you might be interested in this job. The Museum of Life & Science is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and as such, they have a Grants Administrator role open currently to help them with grants management, reporting, and compliance.

You can view and apply to the official job listing here.

A few highlights at a glance:

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree and ~5 years' relevant experience in nonprofit grants management, compliance, or research administration

  • Salary is $65,000.00 To $72,000.00 + benefits (and museum membership!)

  • Hybrid schedule; the in-person days would be onsite at the museum facility in Durham

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Raleigh Water (City of Raleigh)'s IT department seeks Administrative Assistant ($17.50 - $25.00 hourly) onsite at East Raleigh HQ

Hi everyone! I am not affiliated with the City of Raleigh, but my brother works there and tipped me off to this admin job that seemed to match up with some For Hire posts I've seen here on the sub lately.

Link to the full job post and application

Some key details:

  • Hourly rate $17.50 - $25.00

  • Primarily supports the Technology Application Group (their IT department)

  • Candidates should have a HS diploma/GED and 3+ years of clerical/office support experience

  • Onsite role at the Raleigh Water HQ in East Raleigh near the 440/64 interchange

  • It's listed as a temp role but there's no end date listed, maybe they need extra support due to the drought?

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago

[HIRING] Medpharm in Durham seeks summer IT Operations Intern (10-12 weeks)

Hey y'all! I'm not the recruiter for this position and don't have details beyond what's in the listing, but still wanted to alert the community to this IT support internship with Medpharm, a growing local pharma manufacturing company in Durham.

You can review the full job details and apply here.

Some highlights:

  • Responsibilities and training opportunities are focused on end-user support, IT asset management, and IT documentation.

  • Looks like it's a Microsoft / Windows environment.

  • Candidates must be a rising junior or senior at an accredited college/university. They don't care what your major is but would prefer students who are taking coursework in IT, networking, computer science, or similar.

  • The listing does not include pay rate information or college credit information. Please direct inquiries about that to Medpharm directly.

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u/techtchotchke — 2 months ago