Talented Workforce
Sandy Springs’ Greatest Asset is its People.
Home to multiple Fortune 500 companies, an expansive medical district, and countless iconic businesses, Sandy Springs is one of the most vibrant markets in all of metro Atlanta. Our central location provides convenient accessibility to metro Atlanta’s robust workforce, and our own population is one of the most highly educated and motivated in the region, with more than double the percentage of people with higher education degrees nationally.
Just a short drive from Georgia Institute of Technology, Emory University, Georgia State University, Kennesaw State University, and University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business Atlanta campus, we attract graduates from the state’s most prestigious educational institutions.
Additionally, Sandy Springs is committed to connecting employers with quality talent. In collaboration with the Community Assistance Center, the City hosts the Sandy Springs Connects! Career Fair twice annually. This event is highly successful, with 20+ employers and almost 300 job seekers in attendance.
Percentage of Population 25+ with a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher.
We’re Educated
The percentage of Sandy Springs residents who hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher is double that of the rest of the state and nation. Our highly educated workforce means that you have access to a plethora of talent when you choose to call Sandy Springs home.
Civilian Labor Force
In addition to being highly educated, Sandy Springs has a 10% higher workforce participation rate than the rest of the state and nation. Residents of Sandy Springs are eager to join your team!
Percentage of Population 16+ in the Civilian Labor Force
Workforce resources
Below is a list of organizations and events that may be helpful resources for employers seeking the high quality talent that Sandy Springs has to offer.