Workforce and Education
The Talent to Drive Business Forward
A business is only as strong as its workforce, and in Bryan County, companies find skilled, adaptable talent ready for success. With a growing labor force, a steady pipeline of military professionals, and nationally ranked training programs, Bryan County ensures businesses have the people and skills they need—when they need them.
As one of Georgia’s fastest-growing counties, Bryan County’s workforce is projected to exceed 30,000 by 2029. Education fuels this growth, with a 92.4% graduation rate—one of the highest in Georgia—and a strong focus on career and technical education.
With access to a regional labor force of 500,000+ workers, companies benefit from a diverse talent pool specializing in manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and technology.
A Direct Pipeline to Military Talent
With Fort Stewart—the largest Army installation east of the Mississippi—minutes away, Bryan County offers one of the most disciplined, highly trained labor pools in the nation.
Each year, 3,500 soldiers transition from Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield, bringing expertise in logistics, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and engineering. Additionally, 7,000+ military spouses provide skilled, adaptable talent across multiple industries.
Companies benefit from military hiring incentives and veteran workforce programs that make recruiting highly trained professionals seamless.
Workforce Training
Bryan County partners with Georgia’s top workforce training programs, providing customized, job-specific training to ensure businesses have highly skilled employees from day one.
- Georgia Quick Start – The nation’s #1 workforce training program, offering tailored, no-cost training for qualified companies in manufacturing, logistics, and technology.
- Savannah Technical College – Industry-driven education in engineering, logistics, and advanced manufacturing, with custom workforce solutions and recruitment support.
- WorkSource Coastal – Career development programs connecting businesses with job-ready candidates through career centers, skills training, and job placement services.
- Savannah Harbor-Interstate 16 JDA Workforce Initiatives – Workforce studies and strategic planning to ensure industries have a steady talent pipeline.
Bryan County businesses benefit from access to top-tier universities producing workforce-ready graduates in business, engineering, logistics, and technology:
- Georgia Southern University – A leader in engineering, supply chain management, and business administration.
- Savannah State University – Specializing in STEM, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
- Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) – A top institution for creative and digital industries, fueling innovation and tech-driven businesses.
Bryan County offers problem solvers, innovators, and highly skilled professionals—not just workers. Whether hiring veterans, technical graduates, or top university talent, businesses gain a competitive workforce advantage that drives growth, productivity, and innovation.
With business-friendly hiring policies, a future-focused workforce pipeline, and world-class training programs, Bryan County is where business and talent come together to succeed.