Q&A With NC DOT Employees
NC DOT employees answer questions about what life is like behind the scenes at their company, including queries about culture, leadership, professional development, and compensation.
How employees describe working at NC DOT
Response time and customer serv
Can be a great place to work depending on where you work. Serious issues in the Office of Civil Rights. Avoid them.
Started out in one group that was terrible and has had significant turnover problems. It's all about the leadership. New group is amazing. They are friendly, kind people and leadership is effective. Like night and day difference.
The free health insurance and retirement fund
onlys worked a short time but it defintely has issues
Q&A With NC DOT Employees
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How often do promotions happen at NC DOT?
rarely.
What is the best advice you could give someone during their first month at NC DOT?
Lay low and listen.
What is the daily attire at NC DOT?
Business casual.
What kinds of community outreach does NC DOT participate in?
Very active. Employees are given 2 days to use for volunteer activities a year.
Is it possible to switch teams at NC DOT? If so, what is the process?
Yes, you apply for positions. It's government so it's all transparent.
What is the hardest interview question NC DOT asks?
Why do you want to work here?
What is the onboarding process like at NC DOT and how long does it last?
1 day and it's horrible.
What kind of relocation or moving stipends does NC DOT offer?
Rare.
How are the healthcare options at NC DOT?
3 choices on the State healthplan. I have the 80/20 plan where I have to pay 20% on all health bills.
What makes you the most proud about working at NC DOT?
The work they do really makes a difference.
What is the company mobility like at NC DOT?
Nonexistent
What is the best perk or benefit that NC DOT offers?
Discounts to Raleigh area events.
How are the dental insurance options at NC DOT?
OK.
How are the vision insurance options at NC DOT?
Good.
What do you wish you knew before starting at NC DOT?
How lethargic government work is.
What are the most important soft skills to be successful at NC DOT?
patience.
How long does it take to hear back after applying to NC DOT?
2 months.
How long after an interview at NC DOT does it take to hear back?
Too long! It takes forever for them to hire.
What is the dress code at NC DOT?
business casual except for director and above, then it's business suits
How often do employees get raises at NC DOT?
annual based on what the legislature says.
What is the PTO policy at NC DOT?
Very structured as it is the government. Depends on what unit you work in.
What kind of people does NC DOT like to hire?
Experienced engineers who are level headed and steady.
How hard is it to get promoted at NC DOT?
Impossible. It's the government.
What is NC DOT's internship program like?
Fantastic opportunity to engage and make a difference. It's real work, not a dull job.
How can I get hired at NC DOT as a recent grad?
Join their Transportation Apprenticeship program.






