Workforce & Talent
32
median age in the Golden Triangle Region
7,000+
post-secondary degrees & certificates annually
174,403
labor force within a 60-minute drive
Workforce Training
Public and private partnerships drive innovation in education and workforce training.
We work alongside cities, counties, and colleges to prepare the next generation of talent and leadership.
The Communiversity at EMCC
The Communiversity, operated by East Mississippi Community College’s (EMCC) Workforce Services Division, offers specialized training programs tailored to the needs of advanced manufacturers through a collaboration with Mississippi State University. It is located in Columbus, Mississippi, in Lowndes County.
Workforce Training Public Courses
EMCC offers classes created in partnership with local businesses to help individuals acquire the skills necessary for employment or career advancement. Programs and classes include leadership and team building, machining, industrial welding, HVAC, computer-aided design, advanced manufacturing, applied engineering, and more.
Career Technical Programs
Through the Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Division, EMCC offers high-quality, career-technical education programs focused on modern manufacturing. These programs combine rigorous technical education with hands-on experience and industry-recognized credentials to give students an advantage in the job market. Programs include engineering technology, precision manufacturing and machining technology, welding technology, automotive technology, and more.
Customized Training for Industry
EMCC’s Workforce Services Division collaborates with local businesses to help them recruit, train, and retain talented employees. EMCC connects local industries with the skilled workers they need to grow, innovate, and succeed.
208
AAS Degrees Awarded in 2024
235
Technical & Career Certificates Awarded in 2024
472
Placement of CTE & Allied Health Graduates in 2024
170
CRCs Awarded in 2024
66
HSEDs Awarded in 2024
1,110
Career & Technical Enrollment in 2024
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University is a premier research and land-grant institution with a long-standing tradition of excellence in agriculture, engineering, and scientific research.
The university offers programs in aerospace engineering, industrial engineering, advanced vehicular systems, cybersecurity, unmanned systems, agriculture, sustainable bioproducts, and more, which produce well-trained graduates ready for the workforce.
Hiring Support Services
We provide comprehensive hiring support services that help employers attract, recruit, and retain the skilled workforce they need to grow and succeed in the Golden Triangle
Golden Triangle Careers
The GTR Link website hosts a job search database for companies in our region.
WIN Job Centers
WIN Job Centers assist job seekers with programs and resources that provide job placement assistance, skill training, career counseling, and more. Employers can search for pre-screened employees and post jobs.
Accerelate MS
Through aligning closely with industry partners, Accelerate MS provides support for everything from recruitment campaigns to pipeline sustainability.
Through their MS Pathfinder program, job seekers can search job opportunities, find career training programs, or learn about new careers.
Accelerate Mississippi
Accelerate MS is Mississippi’s statewide office dedicated to strengthening workforce development and driving economic growth. This office leads a coordinated effort across state agencies, education partners, industry, and community organizations.
Through strategic planning and unified initiatives, AccelerateMS creates a more efficient, aligned, and responsive workforce system that serves both Mississippi employers and the people who power its economy.
Workforce Development
Through strong partnerships with training providers and industry leaders, AccelerateMS drives programs that equip Mississippians for high-skill, high-wage careers. By aligning training with real workforce demands, they ensure learners earn credentials that lead to meaningful employment, long-term advancement, and a stronger statewide talent pipeline.
Customized Training for Industry
The staff at Accelerate MS specializes in developing workforce strategies built for fast-growing, advanced industries that rely on precision, speed, and seamless alignment. Accelerate MS delivers customized workforce solutions that keep businesses competitive and future-ready.
Workforce Incentives
We offer a range of local and state incentives for workforce enhancement training, apprenticeship programs, on-the-job training, payroll percentage rebates, tax credits, and additional benefits.
