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MOVE Boots to Biotech

Connecting veteran talent to the NC life sciences industry

NCBiotech's Military Outreach and Veterans Engagement (MOVE) Boots to Biotech program connects transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses to meaningful, high-impact careers in North Carolina's life sciences industry. 

As an approved Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge third-party provider and U.S. Army Career Skills Program (CSP) partner, MOVE bridges the gap between exceptional military talent and the workforce needs of North Carolina's leading life sciences employers.

MOVE is a veteran workforce development program that prepares, connects, and places mission-ready talent into careers across the life sciences sector while helping employers address critical workforce and skills gaps. Whether you're a military professional preparing for your next mission or an employer seeking highly skilled, disciplined talent, MOVE provides the training, connections, and support needed to launch successful careers and strengthen North Carolina's life sciences workforce.

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Military Community

Transitioning from the military doesn't have to be overwhelming for service members or their spouses. MOVE Boots to Biotech provides personalized career coaching, training opportunities, and direct connections to North Carolina's life sciences employers. As an approved DoW SkillBridge and U.S. Army CSP third-party provider, we help translate your military experience into meaningful civilian careers. 

No science background is required, just the drive to build your next mission.

What MOVE Offers Veterans

  • Veteran-led career coaching and mentorship
  • Fully funded job training (i.e., no GI Bill required)
  • SkillBridge internships for eligible transitioning service members 
  • Direct job placement with NC life sciences employers
  • A clear path to long-term employment

Are you a veteran or military spouse seeking your next mission? 

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Employer Partners

North Carolina's life sciences industry is growing rapidly, creating demand for skilled, mission-driven talent. MOVE Boots to Biotech connects employers with veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses who bring proven leadership, discipline, technical aptitude, and a strong work ethic. Partner with MOVE to access a qualified talent pipeline ready to make an immediate impact in your community.

Trusted by leading NC life sciences employers.

What MOVE Offers Employers

  • Access a highly skilled, mission-driven veteran talent pipeline 
  • Representation on all four major NC military installations 
  • Host no-cost SkillBridge interns for up to 120 days
  • Strengthen veteran hiring and retention 
  • Enhance your employer brand 

Are you an employer hiring military talent? 

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DISCLAIMER OF ENDORSEMENT: The information provided on this web page is for informational purposes only and neither constitutes nor implies any endorsement, recommendation, or favoring of any entity, product, service, or organization by the Department of War SkillBridge program or any part of the Department of War.


Jacob Key

Jacob Key, MSG (R)
Director, Workforce Solutions
[email protected]

Bruce Coleman

Bruce Coleman, MSG (R), Ph.D.
Coordinator, MOVE Boots to Biotech
[email protected]

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