Workforce
College Station’s workforce is one of its greatest strengths. With a large and highly educated labor pool, supported by world-class education and professional development programs, the community is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of employers in every industry. From Texas A&M University’s pipeline of engineering, life sciences, and business graduates to Blinn College’s hands-on workforce training, College Station is committed to developing the talent companies need to succeed.
Workforce Strengths
Educated & Growing Talent Pool
Texas A&M University, one of the largest universities in the nation with more than 77,000 students, provides a steady stream of graduates in engineering, computer science, agriculture, business, and life sciences.
Skilled Workforce Training
Blinn College offers tailored workforce development programs that align with industry needs, including advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and biotechnology. Specialized training from TEEX (Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service) adds technical and safety expertise for employers.
Regional Reach
College Station draws from a regional workforce of over 300,000 people across the Brazos Valley, with access to talent from Bryan, Brenham, Huntsville, and beyond.
Student-to-Workforce Pathways
From Blinn TEAM and Texas A&M transfer programs to internships and cooperative education opportunities, College Station makes it easy for students to transition directly into local careers.
Recruitment Advantages
Texas A&M Career Center
Employers benefit from direct access to Aggie graduates through career fairs, job postings, and employer partnerships.
Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley
Providing job placement, customized training, and employer support, Workforce Solutions connects businesses with ready-to-work talent across multiple sectors.
Industry-Aligned Programs
Partnerships with the McFerrin Center for Entrepreneurship, Small Business Development Center (SBDC), and training hubs like the National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing (NCTM) ensure the local workforce is aligned with high-demand sectors such as biotechnology, healthcare, professional services, and technology.
Employer-Friendly Community
The City of College Station’s Economic Development team actively partners with employers to help recruit, train, and retain talent from small startups to global corporations.
Key Workforce Partners
- Texas A&M University – research, graduates, and professional talent across multiple disciplines
- Blinn College – workforce training, CTE programs, and academic pathways into Texas A&M
- TEEX (Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service) – technical and safety training
- Workforce Solutions Brazos Valley – recruitment, training, and job placement services
- Brazos Valley SBDC – support for small business hiring and workforce planning
- Local ISDs (College Station ISD and others in the region) – CTE programs preparing future talent