Boise is the state capital of Idaho with a population of 185, 787 according to the 2000 Census. The city's current population count was 201, 287 in 2006. Recent college graduates and students interested in high-tech internships and entry level positions in finance, software architecture, computer science, engineering, and e-commerce will find Boise a great home. The technology industry has contributed great jobs and opportunities for Boise, Idaho and it is expected to grow above average by 2010.

Boise was incorporated in 1864; settlers found the area to be very open and ready for development since it was the largest city in Idaho. According to legend, Boise was named by a French guide from the Lewis & Clark expedition was excited over the landscape of the verdant river and yelled "Les Bois! Les Bois!." Another legend says that Boise was given the name "La Riviera Bois" which means "wooden river" because of the Bois River Valley. French settlers established a fort near Boise River due the massive slayings during the U.S. Civil War.

Until this day, Boise River is a major attraction for tourists and residents fascinated by swimming, fishing, and rafting. New residents of Boise can enjoy the diverse, cultural exhibitions at Morrison-Knudson Nature Center, Boise Art Museum, Busque Museum and Cultural Center, and Boise Contemporary Theatre. Morrison-Knudson's Nature Center offers refreshing experiences with fresh water fish and animal exhibitions showcasing the best of the sea in Boise.

There is more to the lovely river and the city of high technology. Recent college graduates and students interested in pursuing higher education can attend one of the many successful colleges or universities:

Albertson College of Idaho - most popular degrees are Accounting, International Business, Business Administration/Management, Psychology (General), Biology (General), Visual and Performing Arts, International Relations, and History.

Boise Bible College - offers degrees in Bible Studies, Missionary Studies, Pastoral Counseling, Religious Education, Religious/Sacred Music, Theology, and Youth Ministry.

Boise State University - with over 17,000 students attending, Boise State's most popular degrees are in Business/Marketing, Education, Health Professions, Communications/Journalism, Social Sciences (General), Visual and Performing Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Psychology (General). Students interested in this university can pursue their Associates and Bachelors degrees.

Northwest Nazarene University - most popular degrees are in International Marketing, Management Information Systems, Business Management/Administration, Education (General), Engineering, Health Professions & Clinical Professions, and Social Sciences.

Stevens-Henager College: Boise - most popular degrees are in Graphic Design, Business Administration/Management, Computer Programming, Medical Office Assistant, Health System Administration, and Computer Networking/Telecommunications.

With all the of high-tech corporations around Boise, students from these colleges and universities have a chance to be recruited from their campuses. The businesses visit most campuses for career fairs and exhibitions to expose students to their company culture. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment in Boise, Idaho can find a position at one of these companies:

Washington Group International - a leading integrated engineering, construction and management services firm established in 1964. Recent college graduates and students interested in construction, engineering, computer networking, and marketing could find a home in this corporation. Washington currently employs over 25,000 in 30 countries and 40 states.

Micron Technology - major semiconductor producers of DRAMS, flash memory, CMOS image sensing chips, and SDRAMS. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in computer science, engineering, information technologies, sales, marketing, and distribution can be a part of this Top 20 Worldwide Semiconductor Sales Leader.

Microsoft Corporation- an American multinational corporation with over 100,000 employees around the world offers internships and entry level positions for recent college graduates and students. Technology enthusiasts may find this company to be the best start to a high-tech career in computer engineering, computer science, graphic design, marketing, and sales.

Sybase, Inc. - a software company that produces high-tech products suited for mobile marketing, information management, enterprise mobility and much more. Recent college graduates and students may find a home with this company's headquarters located in Boise, Idaho. High tech students with a creative software background could apply for internships or entry level positions in computer science, programming, information technology, management, and marketing.

J.R. Simplot Company - a leading agriculture provider offers internships and entry level positions in agriculture careers. Students with a desire to better agricultural conditions find this company the perfect match to add to the current standings of the world's economy.

Boise, Idaho can be the perfect location to begin a career or pursue your interests in high-technology and other prominent careers. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions should allow to one of the above companies or one of the mid-sized companies. Some other incredible companies include Bodybuilding.com, Keynetic, Blackfin, Crucial.com, and WinCo Food. Bois' Basque community is the second largest in the United States with approximately 15,000 residents. The cultural aspects have the Basque community has created breadth and depth for residents to enjoy. If you are interested in meeting some of the most intriguing cultures, downtown Boise is the place to be.

*Source: http://www.cityofboise.org
*Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2000 Census.