Where Royals Get Hired: Charlotte’s Top Employers for Queens Graduates

Just minutes away from Uptown Charlotte, N.C., Queens University of Charlotte is plugged into the heartbeat of one of the fastest-growing business hubs in the country. From day one, Queens is setting the stage for students to land their dream job right after they graduate – often right here in the Queen City. From career courses, to internships, to access to prominent business leaders, our students make connections that set them up for future success.

Charlotte is a city that’s always on the rise. With a strong lineup of Fortune 500 headquarters, a booming tech scene, six pro sports teams, and a vibrant presence of music and the arts, it’s no surprise that young professionals from around the globe are building their lives here.

Here’s a look into some of the top employers hiring Royals in Charlotte:

Bank of America

Headquartered in Uptown Charlotte, Bank of America is one of the city’s largest employers, and a major destination for Queens grads specializing in finance and analytics. As the second-largest banking institution in the United States, it anchors the Queen City’s reputation as a major financial hub.

Atrium Health

With more than 150,000 employees and a network that spans the Carolinas, Atrium Health is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare innovation, medical research, and community wellness.

“The career office connected me with professional programs that helped kickstart my career. Through one of the programs, I was fortunate to meet Atrium Health leaders who continue to guide and support my career as a new registered nurse. Now, I hope to inspire new Queens students as they aim for success in their professional endeavors.” ~ Matthew Brown ’24 – Registered Nurse, Orthopedic Trauma, Atrium Health

Ally

Ally is a digital financial services company known for disrupting traditional banking with customer-first innovation. The company brings a tech-forward approach to the finance world, and their Charlotte office is located in the heart of Uptown.

Zane Zielinski ’24 interned at Ally over the course of two summers during his time at Queens, leading to a full-time job offer in Ally’s finance management program after graduating. He first connected with Ally at a Queens-hosted networking event called Schmoozapalooza — a powerful way for students to meet top employers face-to-face.

“Queens provides multitudes of networking and internship opportunities. The McColl School of Business is full of professors who have local, regional, and global industry knowledge.” ~ Zane Zielinski ’24 – Financial Analyst, Ally

Wells Fargo

A household name in banking, Wells Fargo is a global financial services company that offers everything from mortgages to investment banking. With a major corporate presence in Charlotte, it plays a key role in the city’s finance and business sectors.

Novant Health

Novant Health is an integrated network of hospitals, physician clinics, and outpatient facilities known for putting patient care first. With a focus on quality and innovation, it’s one of the region’s top healthcare employers.

Lowe’s Companies

Headquartered just outside Charlotte in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s is a Fortune 500 home improvement company with more than 1,700 stores nationwide.

“Queens encouraged me to pursue my passions and helped me find unique and innovative ways to do so. My professors were always supportive and gave me insightful guidance on how to create a meaningful college experience. They also prepared me for a future career by supporting and challenging me to always become a better version of myself.” ~ Skyler McNeely ’24 – Private Brand Sustainability Senior Analyst, Lowe’s Companies

Nearly every undergraduate student at Queens completes at least one internship by the time they graduate. This ensures that Royals engage with Charlotte’s top employers before they enter the job market. Whether it’s through internships or full-time job offers, Queens grads are landing roles with some of the region’s most respected companies — and thriving in them.

That’s not by chance. It’s by design.

“We are incredibly unique at Queens. When students enroll here, they go through a sequence of courses that will prepare them for the workplace. We provide limitless access to employers on a regular basis. Our courses are often taught by industry professionals in the Charlotte area. Due to this, in conjunction with our required internship experiences, our students have an incredibly high post-graduation outcomes rate.” ~ Angela Tsuei-Strause, Executive Director of the Vandiver Center for Career Development

The on‑campus Vandiver Center for Career Development serves as a dedicated career hub for all Royals. Students receive personalized career coaching and participate in targeted programs such as industry‑specific networking events, mock job interviews with real employers, and employer‑led professional development courses. These experiences help students explore career paths, master job‑search skills, and build confidence.

With the city of Charlotte as an extension of campus and top employers as true partners in the Queens experience, Queens graduates step into meaningful careers with confidence, clarity, and purpose.