College Students Can Now Apply for Summer Internships in State Government Agencies

This year, the program is offering 100 internships in locations ranging from Buncombe County in the mountains to Dare County at the coast.

Governor Stein Proclaims November 19 as Women’s Entrepreneurship Day

North Carolina ranks second in the nation for women-owned businesses according to a Wells Fargo 2025 Impact of Women-Owned Businesses Report.

U.S. and NC Flags to Remain at Half-Staff Through Sunset Thursday, November 20

As we continue to honor the life of former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney, we also pay tribute to WakeMed Campus Police Officer Roger Smith who died in the line of duty in Garner on Saturday, November 8.

Teen Driver Certificates Now Available Online for Private and Home Schools

Students in private and home schools will now find it easier and quicker to get their Driving Eligibility Certificates.

Lowering U.S. and NC Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney

Before serving as the 46th Vice President under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009, Cheney served as the 17th U.S. Secretary of Defense for President George H.W. Bush from 1989 to 1993

NCDOA Recognizes 18 Employees for Outstanding Public Service

The NC Department of Administration today honored 18 employees for their exemplary work during the past year. Dozens of DOA employees and several family members gathered for the ceremony as honorees were presented with the Secretary’s Award for Excellence.

Governor Josh Stein Proclaims November as American Indian Heritage Month

According to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, more than 130,000 American Indians call North Carolina home, making it the second largest American Indian population east of the Mississippi River and the seventh largest American Indian population in the nation.

Update Regarding Federal Government Shutdown Impacts - 11/3/2025

11/17/2025 Update

Work on federally funded programs continues and DOA staff working with those programs have resumed employment (including those working in federally-funded Housing, Workforce and Family Violence programs).

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Wear Purple, Oct. 16, to Increase Awareness About Domestic Violence

Purple is the nationally recognized color of domestic violence, representing courage, peace, and dedication to ending violence which often includes physical, mental, sexual, emotional and/or financial abuse.

Governor Names Advisory Council on Latino Affairs

Created by Executive Order 27, the new Latino Council includes up to 30 members who are charged with exploring specific topics of tremendous importance to North Carolina’s Hispanic and Latino population.