What is JA Inspire?

JA Inspire is a powerful, interactive experience that brings together industry leaders and local schools for an exciting look into fast-growing, high-demand careers available in our region. It is more than a career fair; it exposes 8th graders to diverse career pathways and helps launch them into their future—high school, college, careers, and beyond.

What does JA Inspire include?

JA Inspire includes a tailored curriculum that takes students through the career exploration process—from defining what is a career and taking a career and skills assessment to researching the fastest growing industries and exploring careers of interest.

When & where is JA Inspire?

Students will explore our hands-on career expo in 2-hour shifts on March 11, 2026

Agribusiness Expo Building

North Carolina State Fairgrounds

4285 Trinity Rd., Raleigh, NC

Why is JA Inspire unique?

JA Inspire offers 8th-graders the opportunity to learn about careers directly from industry representatives to better prepare themselves for when they enter the workforce. This program explores the intersectionality of jobs across industries and highlights how students can turn their skills and interests into fulfilling careers.