Billings is the largest city in Montana with a population of 89,847 according to the US Census estimate in 2006. It is known as one of the largest trade areas in the United States serving approximately 450,000 people in one city. Recent college grads and students interested in living and learning in Billings are in for career opportunities in medicine, hospitality, manufacturing, finance, banking, and professional services. The best Billings has to offer is waiting for the right candidates with ambition, passion, and dedication to building a great career in a great city.

The possibilities are endless in Billings, Montana; history tells the same exact story as the track record of success dates back to 1822, the year of incorporation. The city was named after Northern Pacific Railroad president, Frank Billings, because of the rapid growth that occurred once Billings was founded as a railroad town. The trades between the 450 mile radius stretch enabled residents to find job opportunities while grow their city into a famous location for travelers. During this time, the city was nicknamed Magic City because the metropolitan area expanded because of the railroad.

Billings' historical background in growth is not the only thing keeping its track record in today's business world. The city experienced a major flood in 1937 that changed the make up of its downtown business district. After World War II, the agricultural, cultural, financial and medical industries increased residential professionals initiating the change in successful companies. The only incident that hindered the population growth was during the oil crisis 1970s. Billings rebounded from the incident and have not retracted its population ever since.

Now, the town is known as "Star of the Big Sky Country". Residents love the area and new visitors, including new students and recent grads are taking in their surroundings. Interested in what Billings, Montana has to offer other than business and an excellent education? Recent grads and students will find the Yellowstone Art Museum to be a pleasant experience as they are exposed to the many facets of Billings uprising. More museums are available throughout the city: Alberta Bair Theatre, Babcock Theatre, Billings Studio Theatre, Billings Symphony Orchestra, Rimrock Opera Company, and Venture Theatre. If these can not fancy the ideal culture fanatic, there can be a taste of it waiting within the walls of Billings' colleges and universities:

Carroll College - most popular degrees are Computer Science, Public Relations, Civil Engineering, History (General), Psychology (General), Public Servicing, and Philosophy.

Helena College of Technology of the University of Montana - most popular degrees are Computer Programming (General), Nursing (Practical), Liberal Arts & Sciences, Paralegal/Legal Assistance, and Administrative/Clerical Services.

University of Great Falls - most popular degrees are Computer Programming (General), Computer/Systems Analysis, Computer Science, Psychology (General), Chemistry, an array of Education degrees, and History (General).

Montana State University at Billings - most popular degrees are Early Childhood Education, Construction Trades (General), English Language & Literature (General), and Psychology (General).

Montana Tech of the University of Montana - most popular degrees are Biology, Accounting, Communications Technology (General), Computer Programming (General), Engineering Science, and Nursing (RN).

Billings, Montana is also home to:

Chief Dull Knife College
Fort Belknap College
Little Big Horn College
Miles Community College
Montana State University College of Technology: Great Falls
Rocky Mountain College
Stone Child College
Chief Dull Knife College

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find opportunities with one of Billings' large corporations:

USBank - recent graduates and students with an interest in finance and banking will find USBank the best place to begin a financial services career. USBank offers internships and entry level positions in finance, marketing, banking, sales, international banking, and more for the right candidates.

Wal-Mart - this leading retailer offers numerous career opportunities in its Billings, Montana branch. Recent graduates and students can apply for internships and entry level positions in customer service, marketing, sales, human resources, computer science, and more.

Travelers - a leading insurance corporation offering options in property and liability insurance, personal insurance, and commercial insurance. Recent graduates and students with an interest in selling insurance to individuals and businesses can apply for entry level positions with the company's branch in Billings.

First Interstate Bank - a financial service provider in the Billings offers internships and entry level positions in human resources, marketing; computer science, IT, and finance are encouraged to view openings with First Interstate Bank.

CTA Architects & Engineers - highly talented designers and engineers work for CTA Architects & Engineers located in the Billings, Montana region. This leader of high-tech building solutions firm offers internships and positions for experienced candidates willing to take a chance in furthering their careers.

Wells Fargo - recent graduates and students pursuing degrees in banking and finance can apply for one of the many openings with Wells Fargo. Its internships are intensive studies with hands-on experience with client account management and sales. It is the perfect opportunity to explore the operations of a leading bank with experienced professionals.

Aside from great opportunities in business, Billings is the perfect location to raise a young family. The city's past and present has made a way for its residents to be proud and empower their community. Local and major businesses offer a friendly neighbor feeling while allowing a family to learn about the town in its culture centers. Take advantage of Billings' establishing itself as a home for family and a career. With less expensive living costs, recent grads and students can save what they earn to buy a home to explore their career options right there.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on October 28, 2007 at 9:54 AM | Leave a Comment (1)

Kansas City, MO is the 39th largest city in the United States with a population of 447,306 according to the US Census in 2006. Kansas City's opportunities are exploding as the population continues to grow and new businesses opening its doors. Recent college graduates and students interested in sales, banking and finance will find Kansas City to be a great place to start a career.

Kansas City was seen by Etienne de Veniard, Sieur de Bourgmont during the first European documented visit. It was incorporated in 1850 as the territory was claimed settlement worthy due to its straddling of the border of Missouri and Kansas rivers. Settlers found the rivers helpful in developing the cities trade opportunities in the early 19th century which led to its capabilities today. The Spanish took over during the Treaty of Paris in 1763 only to handle the taxing and licensing all of the cargo through the area.

A lot of development occurred in the area, but not as much as the Civil War. Trade exchanges were halted and animosity grew between settlers; mostly slave owners and abolitionists against the acts. Military leader, General Thomas Ewing evicted four cities of residents during the Civil War. The city took into account of the changes and made a great evolution after the Civil War as the population exploded after 1869. Blacks migrated into the area taking on jobs in the trade industry increasing Kansas City's revenue and building its community. After these experiences, Missourians and Kansas residents endured years of development until now where recent graduates and students can start a lucrative career in their economy.

The city offers spectacular attractions and museums for residents and visitors. Animal lovers can visit the Kansas City Zoo to look in-between the lions and tickle their curiosities. Or, young families can visit the Worlds of Fun exhibitions and Oceans of Fun exhibitions in hope of excitement. Sport lovers and fanatics enjoy Kansas City Chief Football games, Kansas City Wizard soccer, and Kansas City Royals baseball games pleasing during their seasons.

Kansas City, Missouri has more to offer than just fun and job opportunities; Kansas City offers an opportunity to gain or further intellectual growth with its colleges:

Missouri Western State University - most popular degrees are in Marketing Management, Accounting, Finance/Banking, Elementary Education, Nursing (RN), Mathematics (General), and History (General).

Northwest Missouri State University - most popular degrees are in International Business, Finance/Banking, Web/Multimedia Design, Journalism, an array of Education degrees, and Psychology (General).

University of Central Missouri - with over 8,000 students in attendance, UCM's Education degrees are very popular amongst the student body. Other popular degrees are in Actuarial Science, Fashion Merchandising, Human Resource Management, and Finance/Banking.

University of Missouri at Kansas City - the most popular degrees are Liberal Arts & Sciences, Environmental Studies, History (General), Philosophy, Journalism, and Civil Engineering.

Park University - with over 12,000 students in attendance, Park University's most popular degrees are Business/Administration Management, Accounting/Business Management, Psychology (General), Law Enforcement Administration, and Fire Services Administration.

Avila University - most popular degrees are Chemistry, Nursing (RN), History (General), Social Work, International Business, Communications/Rhetoric, and Biology.

Kansas City is also home to:

Aviation Institute of Maintenance: Kansas City
Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
Central Methodist University
Colorado Technical University: North Kansas City
Conception Seminary College
Concorde Career College: Kansas City
Cottey College
DeVry University: Kansas City
Grantham University
Heritage College: Kansas City
High-Tech Institute
ITT Technical Institute: Kansas City
Kansas City Art Institute
Metropolitan Community College: Blue River
Metropolitan Community College: Longview
Missouri Valley College
National American University: Kansas City
North Central Missouri College
Research College of Nursing
Rockhurst University
St. Luke's College
State Fair Community College
Vatterott College: Kansas City
Wentworth Military Junior College
William Jewell College

Recent graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find a home with one of the many companies in Kansas City, Missouri:

H&R Block - the leading tax preparation organization in the United States helping over 22 million people every year including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Recent college grads and students interested in tax or finance can engage in face-to-face consulting with tax clients through this organization.

Embarq Corporation aka EMBARQ - is the fourth largest local exchange carrier in the United States providing local and long distance calling, wireless, and high-speed data services to 18 states. EMBARQ offers entry level positions in customer service specialist, sales, marketing, and human resources with prominent responsibilities.

Sprint/Nextel Corporation - a leading telecommunications/wireless service provider offers internships and entry level positions in sales, marketing, human resources, computer engineering, and finance. Sprint/Nextel's acquisition has offered a growth in jobs across the nation located in over 30 states. For more information, visit the corporation's website for current openings.

DST Systems - software development company specializing in information processing and management; revolutionizing the workplace turning it into the paperless office. DST Systems is a high-tech company in search of highly talented programmers and coders with an interest in saving the planet through their efforts. DST Systems offers internships and entry level positions in computer programming, sales, and marketing.

YRC Worldwide, Inc. - one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in the world. Recent college graduates and students interested in this kind of work can inquire of career opportunities available through its company. YRC Worldwide, Inc. has almost 10 brands with internships and entry level positions available for students to explore.

Kansas City offers the best opportunities for recent graduates and students; whether they are interested in sales, logistics, telecommunications, or marketing. The Fortune 500 corporations and Fortune 1000 corporations are in need of highly talented candidates to help build their brand. Only students with an ambition to follow through and succeed should apply. Nothing can hold you back in Kansas City.

*Source: http://www.kcmo.org/
**Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2006 Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on October 27, 2007 at 10:20 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Minneapolis is the largest city in Minnesota with a population of 387,970 according to the 2006 Census. Lucrative careers and opportunities await recent college graduates and students interested in entry level position in Minneapolis. It is the home of Target Corporation, U.S Bancorp, and Xcel Energy as well as many more Fortune 500 companies. As a high tech city with numerous honors, Minneapolis is the place to be for advanced degree professionals or students wanting a career in a fast-paced industry.

According to the 2006 Kiplinger poll of the Smartest Cities to Live, Minneapolis ranked 2nd in the country. If this does not speak for itself, students with an eye in engineering, computer science, finance, and commerce may overlook career opportunities. The Twin Cities, Minneapolis-St. Paul, is the fifteenth largest metro area in the United States with a population of 3.5 million. Large and small components of Minneapolis’ economy encourage growth within its population every year.

More recent graduates and college students are making their way to Minneapolis to take over the publishing, health care, rail and trucking services, insurance, and high tech industries. Current estimations of population and revenue growth is expected to rise in the next 10 years. Job opportunities are currently off the charts for the city. Students interested in internships and entry level positions can apply as well as attend company recruiting sessions for: Ameriprise Financial, IBM, Wells Fargo, Piper Jaffray, RBC Dain Rauscher, and the Star Tribune.

Interested in fun, sports, and excitement? Minneapolis has a few spots to ease young professionals’ mind after a long work week. Football fanatics can catch a game of the Minnesota Vikings during the NFL seasons. Basketball lovers can watch the guys get down and dirty on the court as the Minnesota Timberwolves dominate the NBA or the Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) handle their opponents with no mercy. Baseball fans enjoy hot dogs in the warm weather watching the Minnesota Twins work their way to the World Series. Other sports include the Minnesota Wild (NHL) and Minnesota Thunder (USL-1 Soccer). If sports are not as entertaining as music and arts, Minneapolis has some great getaways for cultural fluent individuals: Gutherie Theatre, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, and the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.

Visitors and residents can take it to the next level by attending one of Minneapolis’ colleges and universities:

Metropolitan State University – most popular degrees are Operations Management, Sales and Distribution, Advertising, Computer Science, Elementary Education, Psychology (General), and Nursing (RN).

National American University – most popular degrees are in Computer Programming (General), International Business, Business Administration/Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing Management, Hospitality Administration/Management, Accounting, and Information Sciences.

North Central University – most popular degrees are in English, Christian Studies, Psychology (General), Missionary Studies, Music (General Performance), ESL Teacher Education, Journalism, Sign Language Interpretation, and Humanities.

Minnesota State University – most popular degrees are Marketing Management, Finance/Banking, Computer Science, Accounting, Physical Education, Industrial Technology, Spanish, Gerontology, History (General), and Paralegal/Legal Services.

Saint Cloud State University – with over 13,000 students in attendance, SC State University’s most popular degrees are International Business, Finance/Banking, Accounting, Real Estate, Instructional Media, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, English, and History (General).

St. John’s University – most popular degrees are in Biochemistry, Computer Science, Nursing (RN), History (General), Humanities, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Psychology (General), Sociology, Social Work, Mathematics (General), and Business Administration/Management.

University of St. Thomas – most popular degrees are in Clinical/Medical Social Work, Japanese, History (General), Environmental Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Social Work, Anthropology, Geography, Criminology, Econometrics, Predenistry, Foods/Nutrition Studies, Public Health Studies, and Creative Writing.

University of Minnesota: Twin Cities – with over 32,000 students in attendance, UM’s most popular degrees are Actuarial Science, Fashion Design, Banking/Financial Services, Computer Science, Art Teacher Education, Chemical Engineering, Nursing (RN), History (General), Forest Resources Production, and Forestry (General).

Recent college graduates and students interested in pursuing a higher education in Minneapolis can attend one of the many college and universities available:

Academy College
Anoka Technical College
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Art Institutes International Minnesota
Bethany Lutheran College
Bethel University
Capella University
Century Community and Technical College
Concordia University: St. Paul
Dakota Country Technical College
DeVry University: Edina
Dunwoody College of Technology
Gustavus Adolphus College
Hamline University
High-Tech Instritute
ITT Technical Institute: Eden Prairie
Lakeland Academy Division of Herzing College
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Martin Luther College
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Minnesota School of Business
Minneapolis Business College
Minnesota State University: Mankato
Northwestern Health Sciences University
Northwest Technical Institute
Pillsbury Baptist Bible College
Rasmussen College
Walden University

Minnesota’s colleges and universities are great, but the internship and entry level positions are even better. If you are looking for a great city to begin your career, Minneapolis is waiting for you. Opportunities are available at one of the major corporations:

Target Corporation – the fifth largest retailer in the United States and ranked 33rd on the 2007 Fortune 500 as well as a perfect place to begin ones career. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find a position in human resources, marketing, communications, sales, and high technology.

U.S. Bancorp – a financial services holding company that offers internships and entry level positions in banking, finance, marketing, sales, high technology, human resources, financial analysis, investing and accounting. Banking and finance students will find U.S. Bancorp a promising start in their financial careers.

Xcel Energy – a public utility company with higher that is located in Minneapolis with internships and entry level positions for electrical engineering, sales, and marketing. Xcel Energy is the perfect start for recent college graduates and internships interested in the natural gas and oil industries.

If success is what you want, Minneapolis is where to go. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions will find a home in Minneapolis. Outside of the career-ambitions, Minneapolis can be the best place to raise a young family. Kids enjoy the attractions and gain a valuable education through the outstanding school districts throughout Minneapolis. Why choose to be anywhere else?

*Source: http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/
**Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2006 Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on October 27, 2007 at 9:20 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Wichita is the largest city located in Kansas with a population of 354,865 and it was established in 1870. Also known as the Air Capitol of the World, it is a major aircraft manufacturer in the United States. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in aviation, manufacturing, and journalism will find Wichita to be fond of the city's offerings.

Founded in 1541 by Francisco Vasquez de Loronado, the merchants called the area 'cities of gold' as trades developed throughout the terrains. Vasquez de Loronado operated the trades between the Indians and French settlers. By 1863, Wichita Indians created the first permanent settlement along with many Spanish settlers who returned after the Civil War. Spanish settlers found themselves returning to Oklahoma City due to their Pro-Union ideals in which slavery was indeed, wrong. The population grew gradually as Wichita was officially incorporated in 1870. The liberal government allowed change within the city's vicinity.

The 1900s were a time of change within Wichita as the liberal appeal of Wichita helped the Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) make a stand against alcohol in the downtown business district. Carrie Nation, a WCTU member, felt an urge to confront store owners regarding their alcohol policies. Between 1914 -1915, oil was discovered within the city's wells and Wichita became a major oil center within Kansas. Settlers and merchants moved to Wichita from all over the area in hopes of building an empire. Trades and revenue of increased the population within the city, but the biggest achievement was in 1917 when Cessna Comet, the first airplane, was built.

The first aircraft lead to the largest manufacturing age in the United States in 1920-1923. Entrepreneurs invested in the development of aircrafts for the United States military and large contracts created a strong dependence on Wichita's businesses. The 'Air City' continues to grow until today, but the most memorable years were between 1925 and 1947 as four major companies emerged: Swallows, Stearman Aircraft, Travel Air, and Beech Aircraft. The spread of aircraft manufacturers around the country gave its credits to Wichita.

Sports, culture, and fun is the best way to describe Wichita's attractions for young families and single adults. Wichita's professional sports teams such as the Wichita Thunder (Ice Hockey), Wichita Wild (Arena Football), and Wichita Barbarians (Rugby). For students or families fascinated with garden or botanical exhibitions will find the Botanica, The Wichita Gardens' 24 gardens an amazing gesture for your intellectual needs. This is not where the fun ends; Wichita has Joyland Amusement Park, Lowell D. Holmes Museum of Anthropology, Wichita Art Museum, Mid-America All-Indian Center, McConnell Air Force Base, and the Museum of World Treasures.

Students interested in pursuing a higher education can attend of the Wichita's colleges or universities:

Wichita State University - over 11,000 students in attendance, WSU's most popular degrees are Business Administration/Management, International Business, Elementary Education, Industrial Engineering, English, and Medical Staff Services Technology.

Kansas State University - with over 18,000 students in attendance, KSU's most popular degrees are Business (General), Mass Communications/Media Studies, Computer Programming (General), Architectural Engineering, Health Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences.

Baker University - most popular degrees are International Business, Web/Multimedia Design, English, Mathematics (General), Philosophy, Molecular Biology, and Information Sciences/Systems.

Friends University - most popular degrees are Health System Administration, Medical Radiologic Technology, Youth Ministries, Chemistry, English, Human Resource Management, and Accounting.

University of Kansas - with over 21,000 students in attendance, UK's most popular degrees are Management Information Systems, Microbiology, Journalism, Architecture, Computer/Information Science (General), History (General), and Music Therapy.

Washburn University - most popular degrees are Banking/Finance Services, Computer Systems Analysis, Early Childhood Education, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mathematics (General), and Natural Sciences.

Emporia State University - most popular degrees are Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Library Science, History (General), Information Resources Studies, and Psychology (General).

Fort Hays State University - most popular degrees are History (General), Communications/Rhetoric, Marketing Research, Criminal Justice Studies, and Philosophy.

Newman University - popular degrees are Nursing (RN), Medical Radiology Technology, Law Enforcement Administration, Pastoral Counseling, Industrial Radiological Technologies, and Biology.

University of St. Mary - a small, private university in Leavenworth, St. Mary's most popular degrees are Elementary Education, Child Development, Nursing (RN), Chemistry, Psychology, and Sociology.

Wichita is also home of:

Allen County Community College
Barclay College
Barton County Community College
Benedictine College
Bethany College
Bethel College
Brown Mackie College: Salina
Butler County Community College
Central Christian College of Kansas
Cloud County Community College
Coffeyville Community College
Cowley Country Community College
Dodge City Community College
Fort Scott Community College
Garden City Community College
Haskell Indian Nations University
Hesston College
Kansas Wesleyan University
Manhattan Area Technical College
Manhattan Christian College
McPherson College
Ottawa University
MidAmerica Nazarene University
University of Kansas Medical Center

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment can apply at one of these companies:

Wichita Magazine - a leading magazine in the Wichita area offers internships and entry level employment in journalism, communications, marketing, and sales.

Wichita Eagle - a leading newspaper in the Wichita area offers internships and entry level employment in communications, marketing, sales, editing, and graphic design.

Wichita Mid-Continent Airport - a major airport located in Wichita which offers internships and entry level employment in communications, marketing, sales, computer networking, and electrical engineering.

Wichita's simple, yet exciting atmosphere makes it a great place to live and study. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find great businesses to develop their careers. Wichita is not only a great place to live, but a great place to establish one's reputation in one's given field - especially aviation or mechanical engineers. Other industries such as media, marketing, and sales offer an array of opportunities for the right candidates.

*Source: www.wichita.gov
**Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2000 Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on October 5, 2007 at 8:48 AM | Leave a Comment (1)

Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky with a population of 701,500 and ranked as the 17th largest city in the United States. Its shipping and distribution industry offers opportunities in sales, marketing, human resources, and computer engineering. It was founded by George Rogers Clark who also founded other sites around the states. The city was named after King Louis XVI of France due to the fact his men were aiding Americans during the Revolutionary War.

The city's growing population began during the 1800s when slave trade started between cities. Over 7,000 residents lived in Louisville building small shops and commerce to help drive revenue and bidders to the city to buy slaves. Louisville was rather successful prior to the Civil War which caused most of its population to flee and grow. The Union officials used Louisville for planning, distributions, and recruiting. After the war, the Confederacy took control of Kentucky and has remained under its influence.

The Civil War did not affect Louisville because battlers were never fought there. Unlike the rebuilding of the US, Kentucky began its track record of success in the shipping and distribution industry. Louisville's ideal location allowed its merchants to ship cargo to both North and South states. The Reconstruction Era drew a number of merchants to the city to build successful businesses. The river's capabilities were taken advantage of until the "Great Flood of '37" where 70% of the city was submerged.

Louisville's population growth did not increase until the 1970s when successful college students and recent graduates infiltrated the city. The flood changed the dynamic make up of the economy as more residents purchased homes in higher elevated areas, known as The Highlands. The housing market experienced a booming success rate during the 1970s as more homes were built in The Highlands. Louisville's population created a wave of excitement for new residents in need of entry level positions and interns in the large corporations located in the city.

Students interested in fun and excitement in Louisville, Kentucky will not be disappointed by their sports programs and exhibits. Some of the best evenings are spent at Freedom Hall with the Louisville Fire Arena Football team. Other professional teams include the Louisville Retros (ABA Basketball), Louisville Kings (Australian Rules), and the Louisville Bats baseball team.

Students or recent graduates interested in pursuing higher education can attend:

Brescia University - most popular degrees are Computer/Information Systems (General), Accounting, Business (General), English (General), History (General), Spanish, and Clinical Laboratory Sciences.

Campbellsville University - most popular degrees are Business (General), Marketing Management, Journalism, Pre-law, Health Professions & Clinical Studies, and Computer/Information Systems (General).

Kentucky State University - the most popular degrees Business (General), Administrative/Secretarial Services, Mathematics Education, Elementary Education, Drafting and Design Technology, and Nursing (RN).

Eastern Kentucky University - with over 13,000 students in attendance, EKU's most popular degrees are in Biology, Broadcast Journalism, Computer Science, Education, Engineering Science, and Medical Assistance.

Bellarmine University - most popular degrees are in History (General), Psychology (General), Law Enforcement Administration, Philosophy, Computer Engineering (General), Clinical Laboratory Sciences, and Education (General).

University of Kentucky - with over 19,000 students in attendance, UK's most popular degrees are Business/Managerial Economics, Finance/Banking, Communications/Rhetoric, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, and Economics.

University of Louisville - with 15,000 students in attendance, UL's popular degrees are Management Information Systems, Database Management, Civil Engineering, Biology, Dental Hygiene, History (General), Physics, and Economics.

Western Kentucky University -with over 16,000 students in attendance, WKU's most popular degrees are Business Education, Elementary Education, Industrial Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, Geography, and English.

Northern Kentucky University - with over 12,000 students in attendance, NKU's most popular degrees are Information Technology, Marketing Management, Junior High Education, Computer Engineering, Respiratory Therapy, and Police Science.

Louisville is also home to:

Asbury College
Beckfield College
Berea College
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Brown Mackie College: Louisville
Brown Mackie College: North Kentucky
Centre College
Daymar College
Georgetown College
ITT Technical Institute: Louisville
Georgetown College
Kentucky Wesleyan College
Louisville Technical Institute
Midway College
National College: Louisville
Spalding University
Spencerian College
St. Catharine College
Sullivan University

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can apply at one of these companies:

Brown-Forman Corporation -the largest American-owned companies in the wine and spirits business. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can apply for marketing, production, sales, human resources, distribution, and finance can apply.

Humana - a leading company that markets and administers health benefit consumer services across the US. Candidates interested in insurance, marketing, sales, finance, human resources, and distribution can find a home with Humana as it is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.

Kindred Health Care, Inc. - a Fortune 500 health services company with products used for many hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies within the US. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can apply for health services representatives, distributions, human resources, and sales.

Norman Healthcare - Kentucky's largest healthcare systems in and around Louisville. Candidates interested in the healthcare field can find a position in one of the 40 locations around Kentucky. Other positions include computer/information technology, engineering, nursing, and pediatric care.

Interested in the wonderful world Louisville, Kentucky? Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in health care, distribution, shipping, and sales will have a lucrative career in this city. With a growing population, Louisville is the perfect location for students with families interested in a strong community to raise kids.

*Source: http://www.louisvilleky.gov/
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2006 Population Statistics US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 18, 2007 at 3:57 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

New Orleans is a major porting city in the United States with a post-Katrina population of 273,000. New Orleans is one of the oldest cities in the country with a long history of astounding architecture, cultures, cuisines, and music (birthplace of Jazz). The city has an amazing history ready to be explored by recent college grads and students interested in learning more or living there.

New Orleans' unique style dates back to 1718 when it was founded by the French Mississippi Company. The city was known as La Nouvelle-Orleans, named after Phillippe II, Duke of Orleans, and a Regent of France. New Orleans was conquered by the Spanish Empire and remained under its control for 40 years. The surviving architecture of the French Quarter is still visible and survives the Spanish ruling. By the 1830s, New Orleans became one of the wealthiest and most populated cities in the US. The ports were used for slave trade between merchants which doubled the city's population. New Orleans remained a popular city until the Union conquered it and released slaves. The city was very successful for many years until the beginning of the 20th century when scientists realized its lower elevation made New Orleans vulnerable.

Hurricane Betsy was one small taste of what could happen to the city - dozens of residents died but the inland remained dry. That experience brought numerous engineers in to learn and study the weakness of the levees. Changes did not occur fast enough as nothing could have harmed the city more than Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Hurricane Katrina displaced many residents across the nation leading the largest evacuation in American history. Now, the city is in need of reconstruction, drainage, and population growth. Volunteers from all over the US have been to the city to help remove debris from Hurricane Katrina. Recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in engineering can gain tremendous experience while helping residents rebuild their city.

There is still fun, excitement and a taste of the New Orleans culture tourists can dig in at Bourbon Street and the French Quarters in downtown. American tourists love to travel up and down these streets embedding themselves into the lifestyles of the Big Easy. Other tourists attractions include Magazine Street (historical shops), and the St. Charles Avenue (historic Pontchartrain Hotel). Families and students interested in art can visit the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, the Contemporary Arts Center, Aquarium of Americas, and the Nanchez steam boat.

Interested in pursuing a degree in New Orleans? Attend one of the many universities still available:

Dillard University - most popular degrees are in Computer Science, English, Nursing (RN), Social Work, Biology, Finance/Banking, Communications/Rhetoric, and Education (General).

Loyola University New Orleans - offers degrees are in Business/Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Social Sciences, Psychology, Visual and Performing Arts, Biology, English, and Security and Protective Services.

Southeastern Louisiana University - with over 13,000 students in attendance, SLU's most popular degrees are in Computer Science, Marketing Management, Biology, Industrial Technology, History (General), Psychology (General), and Criminal Justice Studies.

Southern University at New Orleans - most popular degrees are in English, Physics, Real Estate, Psychology (General), Social Work, Economics, Computer System Analysis, and Arts (General).

University of New Orleans - with over 9,000 students in attendance, UNO's most popular degrees are in Management Information Systems, Business/Managerial Economics, Marketing Management, General Studies, Communications/Rhetoric, Computer Science, Education, and Engineering.

Nicholls State University - students can pursue an Associates or Bachelors degree. NSU's most popular degrees are in Finance/Banking, Business Administration/Management, Nursing (RN), History (General), and Emergency Medical Technician.

Xavier University of Louisiana - most popular degrees are in Biology, Microbiology, Psychology (General), Management Science, Accounting, Marketing Management, Political Science/Government, and Philosophy.

New Orleans offers higher education in an array of degrees offered by its many colleges and universities. Recent college graduates and students interested in pursuing their interests can attend:

Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge School of Computers
Blue Cliff College: Houma
Blue Cliff College: Metairie
Camelot College
Delgado Community College
Gretna Career College
Herzing College
ITI Technical College
ITT Technical Institute: St. Rose
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
Lousiana State University Health Sciences Center
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary: Leavell College
Nunez Community College
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Our Lady of the Lake College
Remington College: Baton Rouge
River Parishes Community College
School of Urban Missions: New Orleans
Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
St. Joseph Seminary College
Tulane University
Xavier University of Louisiana

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in New Orleans can apply for one of the many opportunities available at these corporations:

Entergy Oil Company - an electric power productions and retail distribution operations provider with over 14,000 employees nationwide offers numerous internships and entry level employment opportunities. Recent college graduates and students interested in nuclear engineering, computer science, and electrical engineering.

Capitol One Financial Corporation - a national banking and financial service provider specializing in auto loans, home loans, credit cards, and savings products. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in banking, finance, credit repair, and mortgage originators.

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) - a leading multinational computer technology and consultation corporation offers internships and entry level positions for software engineers, computer science, marketing, distributions, and sales.

AT&T - the largest provider of local and long distance telephone services, wireless, and DSL internet access provider. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment opportunities can apply for one of the many openings in computer science, information technology, and marketing.

New Orleans reconstruction after Hurricane Katrina has taken some time, but the hope is still alive. Recent college graduates and students interested in living in this city will have a great deal of experience in rebuilding a major tourist destination. Internships and entry level employment is inevitable because business owners need employees to help them revive the soul New Orleans once had. Major construction, engineering, and high tech firms are coming to New Orleans to support all volunteers as well as residents.

*Source: http://www.cityofno.com
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2006 Population Statistics (August 2007 estimates)- US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 17, 2007 at 5:08 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Des Moines is the 92nd largest metropolitan city in the United States with a population of 534,230. It is also a major insurance, publishing, and financial center with many internship and entry level positions for new graduates or students.

Des Moines was founded in May 1843 by a captain named James Allen built a fort near Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers connected. New settlers began to populate the city between 1848 and the 1900s. The population hit a peak at 62,139 making it the largest city in Iowa. Soon, the city created a commission government to handle the financial issues of Des Moines. Trades began to develop for many years as the population continued to grow. More settlers and merchants contributed to the successful track record of revenue gains for the next decades.

By the 1970s, the city built several new skyscrapers in its business district: Equitable Building (1924), Financial Center (1972), Ruan Center (1974), Marriott Hotel (1981), Hub Tower (1985), and the Principal Financial Group tower (1990). The business district continues to add more towers within city making it a destination for financial services and tourism. Recent college graduates and students interested in finance or banking may find the Principal Financial Group the best place to begin in Des Moines. Its headquarters offers numbers internships and entry level positions for new careerist to find a niche early.

If the opportunities available at Principal Financial Group do not fit students' needs, other large corporations and firms offer career opportunities as well. Some other Fortune 500 companies include Citigroups' Citi credit card division, Communications Data Services, Mercy Medical Center, and Wells Fargo. The population growth from recent graduates and students has helped the city flourish during the last few years. Students with an interest in insurance can work for Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa or EMC Insurance Group.

Once the professionals are done with work, they are in for some real fun. The Des Moines Buccaneers can add excitement to a long work week. Students with families can enjoy the Iowa Energy Basketball games during the fall season or the Iowa Cubs Baseball during the warm weather of the summer.

Drake University - most popular degrees are Marketing Management, Finance/Banking, Business/Managerial Economics, Social Sciences (General), Biology, Education, Management Science, Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, and Mass Communications/Media Studies.

Iowa State University - with over 20,000 students in attendance, ISU's most popular degrees are International Business, Hospitality Administration/Management, Business Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Software Engineering.

University of Northern Iowa - with over 10,000 students in attendance, UNI's most popular degrees are in Actuarial Science, Construction Management, Business Management, Elementary Education, Business Teacher Education, Applied Economics, Econometrics, and Social Sciences (General).

William Penn University - most popular degrees are Accounting, Business Management/Administration, an array of Education degrees, Sports Administration, Fitness Administration, and Health Fitness, Physical Fitness.

Graceland University - most popular degrees are in Business Management/Administration, International Business, Elementary Education, Computer Engineering (General), Foods/Nutrition Studies, Computer Sciences, and Chemistry (General).

Recent college graduates and students interested in pursuing a higher education can attend one of the many universities and colleges in Des Moines, Iowa:

Allen College
Central College
Ellsworth Community College
Maharishi University of Management
Grand View College
Grinnell College
Hamilton College
Hamilton College: Cedar Falls
Hawkeye Community College
Indian Hills Community College
Iowa Central Community College
Marshalltown Community College
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Simpson College
Southwestern Community College
Vatterott College
Vennard College
Wartburg College

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find great opportunities with one of these major corporations:

Principal Financial Group - a leading financial service provider with the leading 401k plans in the United States is headquartered in Des Moines. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment opportunities can apply for one in insurance, finance, marketing, sales, and human resources will find Principal to be the best place to begin a career.

Meredith Corporation - leading publishing and marketing company offers internships and entry level positions in sales, human resources, graphic design, copywriting, accounting and finance. Meredith Corporation offers recent college graduates and students an opportunity to learn the industry through outstanding mentorship programs.

United Parcel Service (UPS) - the largest package delivering service in the world offers internships and entry level positions in distribution, marketing, sales, information technologies, communications, logistics, and other transportation-related services.

Electronic Dab Systems - one of the first global business and technology services companies in the world. It is a leader in the outsourcing industry as it defined the capabilities of conducting business worldwide. Recent college graduates and students interested in computer science, information technologies, customer service, marketing, and distribution.

Qwest Communications International, Inc. - provides voice, data services, and digital television services to many areas in the United States. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment can apply for one of the many human resources, computer networking, software engineering, and marketing positions available.

What does Des Moines have to offer? Des Moines has opportunities to pursue your dream careers, a huge financial district with insurance companies and banking headquarters. Following an ever-changing government and liberal ideal in revitalization could be the motivation to develop a strong background in the government. Students and recent graduates have a lot to look forward to once they see how great Des Moines really can be for their lives.

*Source: http://www.dmgov.org/
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2000 Population Statistics (estimates) - US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 16, 2007 at 5:02 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Baltimore is the largest city in the state of Maryland with a population of 631,366 and is the 19th largest city in the United States. Recent college graduates and students interested in living in Baltimore will find the high-tech industries growing within the city. The successes of Baltimore's industries are dated all the way back to 1706 when the first ports were created.

The 17th Century was the beginning of a heavy porting system created in Baltimore to drive revenue from tobacco port of entry. These trades lasted until the mid-to-late 18th Century as sugar-production increased from the Caribbean. Baltimore took advantage of this to sell sugar and tobacco to other colonies. Many of the settlers found the British taxation intolerable and created events that lead to American Revolution. Revolutionists moved to the city to develop riots and treaties banning British merchants from purchasing from its colonies.

After the treaties were signed, Dr. John Stevenson and Jonathan Plowman Jr. established a port for indentured servants from England during the 1750s and 60s. Other problems arose for Customs officer Robert Mason was chased from the city after trying to seize the Speedwell ship with its cargo. Mason first fled to Annapolis then to Boston to stay away from the townsmen. Nothing seemed so serious to Baltimore residents until the War of 1812 when the British attacked the city. The British armies moved through the ports of Baltimore while its residents fought hard to defend their city. Historical references claim that residents threw pan, pots, buckets, and other materials after they ran out of ammunition. The battle was known as "Battle of Baltimore".

The population grew phenomenally when the commerce grew and businesses emerged in the ports. Importers and exporters generated a lot of jobs for Baltimore's residents while helping revitalize its downtown. The Great Fire of Baltimore in February of 1904 destroyed over 1,500 buildings and caused the city to reconstruct its city. By the 1950s, Baltimore became the 6th largest city in the country with a population of 949,708. The recent develops included the revitalization of the Inner Harbor, construction of the Harborplace, and The National Aquarium of Baltimore.

Recent college graduates or students with families will find Baltimore full of surprises with its attractions and sports teams. Are you looking for fun? Visit the Maryland Zoo or the National Aquarium in Baltimore to learn about the many animals and underwater life creatures. Do you like history? The Edgar Allen Poe House and Museum or the USS Constellation to find out more of what Baltimore has to offer in the American history. If you prefer to see sports, you can watch the Baltimore Orioles baseball team or the Baltimore Ravens football teams. Tired of fun and ready to move on?

Students interested in the pursuing higher education in Baltimore, Maryland can attend:

University of Baltimore - most popular degrees are in Marketing Management, Business (General), Business/Managerial Economics, Political Science/Government, Pre-law, Human Services, and Health System Administration.

Morgan State University - most popular degrees are in Computer Science, Information Sciences/Systems, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering, English, Medical Staff Services Technology, and Food/Nutrition Studies.

Johns Hopkins University -most popular degrees are in Biophysics, Molecular Biology/Histology, Engineering (General), Computer/Information Sciences (General), Public Health, Statistics, and Social Sciences.

Maryland Institute College of Art -the most popular degrees offered are Interactive Media, Graphic Design, Art Teacher Education, Photographic/Film Technology, and Illustration.

Baltimore's colleges and universities offer quality educations at many locations including:

Anne Arundel Community College
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore Hebrew University
Baltimore International College
Bowie State University
Coppin State University
Capitol College
Carroll Community College
Cecil Community College
Chesapeake College
College of Notre Dame of Maryland
College of Southern Maryland
Columbia Union College
Community College of Baltimore County
DeVry University: Bethesda
Fredrick Community College
Goucher University
Hagerstown Business College
Hagerstown Community College
Hartford Community College
Howard Community College
Loyola College in Maryland
McDaniel College
Montgomery College
Mount St. Mary's University
National Labor College
Ner Israel Rabbinical College
Prince George's Community College
Salisbury University
St. John's College
Sojourner-Douglass College
St. Mary's College of Maryland
Villa Julie College
Washington College
Wor-Wic Community College
Yeshiva College of the Nations Capital

Baltimore is the home to many organizations and businesses with internships and entry level positions:

T. Rowe Price - a leading investment advisory and management firm offers internships and entry level positions in finance, investment, sales, marketing, human resources, and information technology. Recent college graduates and students with an aptitude for planning and management will find a position with T. Rowe Price to be very sufficient in their careers.

Brown Advisory - an investment advisory and management firm offers intern ships and entry level positions in investment, sales, finance, human resources, and information technology.

McCormick & Company - a global leader in manufacture, distribution, and marketing of spices, flavorings, and herbs in the retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Recent college graduates and students with interests in marketing, sales, distribution, and management will find McCormick & Company may be the perfect company to begin a career.

Advertising.com - an online advertising agency with amazing entry level positions and internships for students geared towards the new world. Opportunities are available in finance and administration, advertising sales, product development, and publisher services.

So there you have it! Baltimore is a great location with high-tech companies and distribution centers. Recent college graduates and students pursuing internships and entry level positions in finance, computer science, internet marketing, and manufacturing careers can find positions available in the new businesses. The prosperous community needs more helping hands and highly talented candidates to add depth to its current standings in business - why not be a part of this revitalization?

*Source: www.baltimorecity.gov
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2006 Population Statistics (estimates) - US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 16, 2007 at 4:13 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Bridgeport, Connecticut is the fifth largest city in New England with a population of 137,912. Its history of success dates back to the American Revolution where it was the city of privateering. Entrepreneurs and businessmen found Bridgeport to be the best location to build a solid foundation in fishing and farming.

Fishing and farming was a prosperous business venture during the early years of Bridgeport because it is located in deep Newfield Harbor. Industrious men took on whaling and ship building during the mid 19th Century as Bridgeport's population quickly grew. The whaling industry was a large source of revenue for the city until the late 19th Century when the famous Bridgeport Mill opened. Bridgeport Mill's manufacturing of sewing machines, carriages, saddles, ammunition, brass fittings, milling machine, and brassieres increased the city's importance in New England.

The success rendered in the late 19th Century grew into a more prominent role by 1930 when Bridgeport had over 500 factories within its city. Its prominence dragged between the 1970s and 1980s as its deindustrialization caused high unemployment and loss of population. Residents experienced a draw back in progress because the factories were closing, drug problems arose, and pollution created expensive environmental damage. Bridgeport could not afford to repair the problems as the city suffered lost of interests by the rest of Connecticut. The unemployment left some part of the area abandoned and very few were considered 'ghost towns' because no form of population existed.

Bridgeport continues to rebound from the unfortunate fate in the 1980s. The transition from unemployment entices many recent college graduates and students interested in internships in the new city. Bridgeport's cost of living is fairly low, renovations are in progress for residential and retail suites being built down town, and it offers an opportunity to work with new business owners. The expansion of the business district ensures a number of new jobs offered for current residents. Students interested in moving to Bridgeport can contact these businesses for more information regarding employment.

Students with families or sports interests will find Bridgeport a recreational delight with all of its parks, playgrounds, beaches, and attractions within the city. The most notable beach is Pleasure beach where tourists or residents can lease lodges on its peninsula. More interesting, Bridgeport's Kennedy Stadium remains as the home for community sports for minor or youth activities. Students interested in pursuing a higher education in Bridgeport can attend one of the many colleges and universities:

Fairfield University - with only 4,000 students in attendance, Fairfield's most popular degrees are in Management Information Systems, Business Administration/Management, International Business, Political Science/Government, Economics, and International Relations. Aside from its Bachelors program, Fairfield also offers Associates and Master degrees.

Post University - most popular degrees are in Business Administration/Management, Finance/Banking, Computer/Information Sciences, Early Childhood Education, English, Pre-law, Psychology, Sociology, and Human Services.

Wesleyan University - the most popular degrees are Economics, Anthropology,
Politics, Government, Archeology, Drama Arts, Theater Arts, Film Studies, Fine Arts, Studio Arts, Molecular Biology, and Computer/Information Sciences.

University of Bridgeport - most popular degrees are in Marketing Management, Finance/Banking, International Business, Liberal Arts & Sciences, International Relations, Religion Studies, Industrial Design, Illustration, Graphic Design, and Mass Communications/Media Studies.

University of Hartford - known for its renowned Visual and Performing Arts program, Hartford offers more than the next creative generation but also business leaders for Bridgeport's organizations. Other popular programs include the Business, Marketing, & Management, Biology, Communication/Rhetoric, and Engineering Technologies.

University of New Haven - UNH offers a successful Security & Protective Services program for aspiring Firefighters, Law Enforcement, and Security Guards. Other popular degrees are in Political Science/Government, Chemistry, International Business, Business/Managerial Economics, and Marketing Management.

Yale University - one of the US top universities, Yale offers an array of degrees within its rigorous curriculums. The most popular degrees are in Anthropology, Economics, History (General), Cognitive Science, and Engineering.

Bridgeport is also home of:

Albertus Magnus College
Briarwood College
Capital Community College
Central Connecticut State University
Charter Oak State College
Gateway Community College
Gibbs College: Farmington
Gibbs College: Norwalk
Holy Apostles College and Seminary
Housatonic Community College
Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts
Middlesex Community College
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Norwalk Community College
Paier College of Art
Quinnipiac University
Sacred Heart University
Southern Connecticut State University
St. Joseph College
Trinity College
Tunix Community College
Western Connecticut State University

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level jobs can find a position at:

Bridgeport Hospital - a community hospital in Bridgeport with satellite locations all over Connecticut. Recent graduates and students interested in internships and entry level job opportunities in health care, medical sciences, management, computer networking, and information technologies.

St. Vincent's Medical Center - a Catholic hospital controlled by Ascension Health and offers an array of internships and entry level positions in healthcare. Biology, pre-med, biotechnology, and biochemistry majors may find this Medical Center to be their dream start in their medical careers.

Interested in working in Bridgeport, Connecticut? Contact local employers for more information regarding internships and entry level employment. Due to the transition, recent graduates and students can find a home in the new businesses and residential organizations. Bridgeport is the best location for low cost living expenses, students wanting to own a home, and employment opportunities with guaranteed advancement from committed employees. The community offers more than just low living costs - it offers a home for those who want to live freely.

*Source: http://www.ci.bridgeport.ct.us
*Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2000 Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 15, 2007 at 5:39 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Indianapolis is the 2nd most populous capital, 3rd largest in the Midwest, and 13th largest city in the United States with a population of 791,926. Its nicknames "Indy", "Naptown", and "The Circle City" were derived from its developments from its designer Alexander Ralston who worked side by side with French architect Pierre L'Enfant. The design of the city is impressive, but the current redevelopments are amazing.

Indianapolis was established in 1821 as the state capital by Judge Jeremiah Sullivan under a misperception that the White River could help begin trade with other cities. Knowledge of the sandy deposits led to a new venue for business growth in Indianapolis by establishing the first railroad service, the Madison & Indianapolis, on October 1, 1847. Trade begun after the railroads started its operation and Indianapolis' business revenue rose exponentially.

Indianapolis experienced a high population growth in the beginning of the 19th century as it became a major automobile manufacturer in the United States giving its image of manufacturing or "Rust Belt" city. By the late 19th century, natural gas and oil deposits added jobs for Indianapolis residents and the population exploded as the industry grew. The increase of revenue allowed the city to develop more plans to build bigger, fuller business district for entrepreneurs and companies to help revitalize the conditions.

Revitalizations of downtown Indianapolis is helping increase its diversity for new residents and recent college grads interested in the area. The city's objective is to add breadth and depth to its current offerings; continuing a legacy of growth for future generations. For instance, the cultural aspects of Indianapolis are very impressive. Indianapolis Colts (NFL), Indiana Fever (WNBA), Indiana Pacers (NBA), and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway draw crowds to the city. If you would like more, Indianapolis Zoo is right there in the middle of the city. Recent college graduates and students fascinated with culture can visit the Indianapolis Museum of Art to view the latest contemporary pieces in the industry. Until then, students pursuing their degrees can attend one of the many colleges and universities in Indianapolis:

Butler University - with 3,600 students in attendance, Butler University's most popular degrees are International Business, Marketing Management, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, Communication/Journalism, and Education.

DePaul University - with over 14,000 students in attendance, DePaul's most popular degrees are in Finance/Banking, Business Management/Administration, Liberal Arts, Communication/Journalism, and Computer and Information Sciences.

Indiana University - with over six campuses to choose from, Indiana University's most popular degrees range from the Visual and Performing Arts to Social Sciences. The most popular degrees are in Business Administration/Marketing, Finance/Banking, Communication/Journalism, and Information Sciences.

Martin University - this small, personal student body has only 500 in enrollment. Students interested in a personal, down-to-earth learning environment find Martin University very attractive. MU's most popular degrees are in Business/Marketing, Law, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Biology, and Consumer Sciences.

University of Indianapolis - students can pursue an Associates or Bachelors degree at UI. The most popular degrees at UI are International Business, Business/Managerial Economics, Travel/Tourism Management, an array of Education degrees, Nursing (RN), Physical Therapy Assistance, and Biology.

Recent college graduates and students interested in pursuing an education in Indianapolis can attend one of the many colleges and universities in its city:

Anderson University
Aviation Institute of Maintenance: Indianapolis
Ball State University
DeVry University: Indianapolis
Franklin College
Indiana Business College
Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
ITT Technical Institute: Indianapolis
Ivy Tech Community College: Bloomington
Kaplan College: Indianapolis
Lincoln College of Technology: Indianapolis
Marian College
Wabash College

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in Indianapolis, Indiana can find one at these companies:

General Motors - an American multinational company and the largest auto company in the world offers internships and entry level positions in engineering, sales, marketing, distribution, and computer science. Recent graduates interested in pursuing a career in auto design and functionality will find General Motors to be the perfect company to begin in Indiana.

SLM Corporation a.k.a. "Sallie Mae" - the largest student loan organization in the United States handles over $126.9 million in debt for over 10 million borrowers across the nation. Recent college graduates and students interested in processing loans, educational resources, and marketing can gain experience in SLM Corporation's employment opportunities.

Roche Diagnostics - manufactures equipment for medical and research diagnostic needs for hospitals, clinics, and many health care specialties in the United States. Recent college graduates and students interested in applied science, engineering, information technology, robotics, and other high-tech careers find Roche Diagnostics a great place to begin.

Simon Property Group, Inc. - known as SIMON, a Fortune 500 real estate investment trust (REIT) company headquartered in Indianapolis develops the largest malls in the United States. Students and recent college graduates interested retail, real estate, finance, engineering, and management will find SIMON the best start for their careers.

Dow AgroSciences - a leading agricultural chemical producer in North America. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in animal science, nutrition, biology, engineering, and research can find a home with at the headquarters located in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Do you think you could find call Indianapolis home? Maybe you will find the best place to work around the city or be a part of its growing developments. The current residents of Indianapolis are open-minded, strong driven individuals wanting change and you can be a part of their movement. As downtown Indianapolis continues its revitalizations, businesses will need highly talented candidates to add to their

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 14, 2007 at 6:45 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Jacksonville is the 3rd largest city on the East Coast after New York and Philadelphia with a population of 794,555 (according to the 2006 estimate). The city's business districts offers recent college graduates and students grand opportunities in internships and entry level positions in banking and insurance. The trail to Jacksonville's success dates back to 1562 when the French settled in the land naming it Fort Caroline.

The French settlements continued until 1565 when a Spanish army attacked the French settlers causing them to retreat from the city. Fort Caroline was renamed to Fort San Mateo until the French returned and destroyed all of the Spanish settlers/defenders within the city. These tensions continued until St. Augustine experienced the same raid from Dominique de Gourgues. After these establishments ended in sheer battle, St. Augustine became the most important settlement in Florida. The city remained a Spanish asset until its addition to the United States in 1821. Florida Legislature Council chartered the land into a town on February 9, 1832.

Jacksonville's developments did not explode until after the Civil War during Reconstruction and the Guilded Age. The city's tourism grew phenomenally until it was hit with cases of yellow fever that killed a number of residents. The yellow fever was not the only problem Jacksonville had to deal with - a huge fire demolished the whole business district on May 3, 1901, known as "The Great Fire of 1901". Over 13,000 buildings were constructed during 1901-1912 and tourism arose once more during the 1910s as New York based producers started to flock to Florida for a winter break. This little movement gave Florida the nickname, "The Winter Capital of The World".

Recent college graduates with families or a need for excitement will find Jacksonville the best place to live. The sports teams are outstanding in Jacksonville, but the diversity of it is even more memorable. Golf lovers can attend the annual Players Championship in St. Johns County. Women football fanatics can enjoy Jacksonville's Women's Football League team, the Jacksonville Dixie Blues. Interested in more fun and excitement? Check out the Jacksonville Axeman for tough rugby matches with other professional teams that visit the city. Aside from the fun and jobs, Jacksonville has many college and universities for students interested in pursuing their degrees:

University of North Florida - with over 14,000 students in attendance, UNF's most popular degrees are International Business, Business/Managerial Economics, Mass Communications/Media Studies, Education (General), Athletic Training/Sports Medicine, and Nursing (RN).

Florida Metropolitan University - FMU has 10 college campuses in Florida, offering an array of degrees in Business Management/Marketing, Computer/Information Sciences, Health Professions & Clinical Sciences, Law & Legal Services, and Security & Protective Services.

Jacksonville University - with only 2,600 students in attendance, Jacksonville's most popular degrees are in Health Professions & Clinical Sciences, Business/Marketing, Social Sciences, Visual and Performing Arts, Transportation and Materials Moving, and Education.

University of Florida - the largest university in Florida with over 35,000 students, UF offers degrees in Associates through Doctoral and its most popular degrees are in Finance/Banking, Marketing Management, Economics, Political Sciences, Engineering (General) , and Health Professions (General).

Stetson University - most popular degrees are in Business/Marketing and Management, Social Sciences, Visual & Performing Arts, Education, Psychology, Biology, and Parks and Recreations.

Students interested in moving to sunny Jacksonville, Florida can attend of the many college or universities in the area:

Angley College
Bethune-Cookman College
Central Florida Community College
City College: Gainesville
Daytona Beach Community College
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Edward Waters College
Flagler College
Florida Community College at Jacksonville
Florida Metropolitan University: Orange Park
Florida Metropolitan University: Jacksonville
Florida Technical College: Jacksonville
Heritage Institute: Jacksonville
ITT Technical Institute: Jacksonville
Jones College
North Florida Institute: Orange Park
University of South Florida
University of Central Florida
University of West Florida
Remington College: Jacksonville
Sanford-Brown Institute: Jacksonville
Saint Johns River Community College
Sante Fe Community College
Webster College

Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in Jacksonville, Florida can find one at these companies:

The Florida Times-Union - a major newspaper in Florida and oldest that offers internships and entry level positions in communications, journalism, marketing, sales, and human resources.

Fidelity National Financial, Inc. - a national provider in specialty insurance, title insurance, and claims management services. A perfect start and interest for recent graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in finance, insurance, sales, and marketing.

Mayo Clinic - ranked as the best hospital in the United States, Mayo Clinic practices highly established principles in its medical empire in Jacksonville. Recent graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions in health care can find a home within this company. Other opportunities are available in marketing, human resources, nursing, sales, research, computer engineering, and information technology.

Acosta Sales & Marketing Company - the largest food product and service company in North America offers great career opportunities in sales, marketing, and service. Recent college graduates and students interested in human resources, management, computer networking, information technology, and distribution.

MPS Group - a leading staffing provider for the finance, law, and health care industries. Recent college graduates and students interested in human resources, recruiting, and marketing careers may find a home within this organization.

Jacksonville is more than a vacation spot. Residents, recent college graduates, and students interested in its opportunities have an avenue of entry level jobs and internships to choose from. You can enjoy the wonderful weather for family fun and a complete lifestyle change. Jacksonville's current developments will flock even more youthful, ambitious professionals to its scene after all is said and done.

*Source: http://www.coj.net/default.htm
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2006 Population Statistics (estimates) - US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 14, 2007 at 4:58 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

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.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 9, 2007 at 5:54 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Wilmington is the capital city of Delaware with a population of 72, 664. Recent college graduates and students can find an array of internships and entry level positions in finance and banking in its downtown business district. For new banking graduates, Wilmington is the place to be for a new career or experience in their profession. Wilmington was settled by the Swedish in 1638 that lead to the British colonizing its city by 1644. Most of its functions were influenced by Quaker communities, but changed into a different direction once the Dutch took over in 1655. By 1739, Wilmington was turned into a borough charter by King George II then renamed from Willington to Wilmington.

Major growth did not occur until the Civil War when major industries started noticing the changes of cash flow, industrial development, and population growth. Wilmington soon created every products needed by soldiers including shoes, tents, ships, guns, uniforms, blankets, railroad cars, and gun powder. The Union army depended on northern Delaware for many of their supplies, but resulted in many more needs. By 1868, Wilmington continued to produce more ships, leather and gunpowder ranking first in ships and second in gunpowder and leather products. These changes led to the first horse car line created in 1864 near Delaware Avenue.

The future World Wars contributed to the city's growth as the shipyards, machinery and chemical producers, and steel foundries worked 24 hours a day. Wilmington's population grew exponentially during the 1950s after the post war as more people moved to North Delaware's suburbs. The Financial Center Developmental Act of 1981 created a massive growth in job opportunities for Wilmington residents. Large banking organizations ran to the city in order to begin the biggest employment era of the US. Other credit card operations such as J.P. Morgan Chase, Bank of America and Chase, still exists and run within the city's limits since 1986 - Delaware's legislation allowed the operations. Today, Delaware is the second largest financial district in the United States.

Students interested in the sports scene can find fun in the Frawley Stadium while the Wilmington Blue Rocks baseball team rolls through nine innings. Although the sports scene is short and steady, the intellectual and cultural savors Delaware Art Museum, Nemours Mansion and Gardens, Grand Opera House, Brandywine Zoo, and the Delaware Center for Contemporary Art. Not only is there an amazing sport scene and cultural atmosphere, Wilmington offers great educational opportunities for recent college graduates seeking higher education or high school students interested in living their as they pursue their degrees.

Delaware College of Art and Design - offers degrees in Fine/Studio Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, Interior Design, Animation/Special Effects and Photography. This college is perfect for students interested in small, concentrated community for personal attention and growth in their profession.

Delaware State University- most popular degrees are in Accounting, Hospitality Administration/Management, Marketing Management, Mass Communications and Media Studies.

University of Delaware - with over 16,000 students, the University of Delaware offers Associate and Bachelors degrees for its students. UD's most popular degrees are in Business/Management, Social Sciences, Education, and Engineering.

Delaware Technical and Community College - has campuses in Terry, Owens, Stanton/Wilmington with degrees in Health Professions, Business/Marketing, Engineering Technologies, Security and Protective Services, and Public Administration and Social Services.

Goldey-Beacom College - most popular degrees are Accounting, Business Administration/ Management, International Business, Management Information Systems, Management Science, and Marketing Management as well as Computer/Information Sciences.

Wesley College - most popular degrees are in Business/Marketing, Education, Psychology, Social Sciences, Communication/Journalism, Parks and Recreation, and Liberal Arts. Students attending Wesley College have the option of pursuing an Associates or Bachelors degree.

Wilmington College - with just fewer than 5,000 students, Wilmington College offers degrees in Finance/Banking, Human Resources Management, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, and Web/Multimedia Design.

Delaware's colleges and universities are some of the best educational sources located near Wilmington. The major corporations look forward to recruiting graduates and recent students for internships and entry level positions at their organizations:

JP Morgan Chase - one of the oldest financial services firms in the world offers many internships and entry level positions in finance and banking for recent graduates and students. The Wilmington headquarters handles retail banking.

Wilmington Savings Fund Society (WSFS) - a federal savings bank serving 30 counties in Delaware offers many opportunities in finance, banking, marketing, human resources, and computer networking.

Wilmington Trust - banking, trust, and safe deposit company started in 1903 by T. Coleman du Pont. Students interested in finance and banking can apply for recent openings in his branches across downtown Wilmington.

PNC Bank, Wachovia Bank, and Citizen's Bank offers internships and entry level positions for recent college graduates and students in Wilmington. Other small businesses and mid-sized companies continue to visit college campuses for the brightest talent entering the financial industry. These opportunities allow many recent college graduates chances to pursue their professions in a strong district with roots of success dating back to the Industrial Revolution. Whether it is in fun or business, Wilmington is the place to be if you are looking for a diverse community with an outstanding history. The population, opportunities, and fun continue to add breadth and depth to Wilmington's residents.

*Source: http://www.ci.wilmington.de.us
*Statistics courtesy of Census 2000 Polution Statistics - US Census.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 8, 2007 at 8:05 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Denver, Colorado is the 27th largest city in the United States with a population of 566, 974. Recent college graduates and students interested in internships and entry level employment in storage and distribution, telecommunications, mining and development, and government. Students interested in great corporate positions will find a home in one of the large corporations in Denver's business district.

Coined as "The Mile High City", Denver has an elevation exactly one mile higher than sea level. Surveyors visited the area during the Peak Gold Rush in 1858 by speculators from Lawrence, Kansas. The Kansas Territory continued to develop until November 22, 1858 when the city was near the best trails to handle trades between the state's merchants. Next, the town was separated into different parts: February 28, 1861 was when the Colorado Territory was established, Arapharoe County was established in November 1, 1861 and the town was formed into Denver City in November 7, 1861.

It was not until August 1, 1876 that Denver was announced the State Capital and admitted into the Union. The city grew between 1880-1895 making it the second largest city in the United States, but it dropped down the third because of Los Angeles and San Francisco. To this day, the city continues to grow due to the technological ventures being established by new government jobs and opportunities in the area. The growth of government workers is second to Washington, D.C. in the United States. Aside from the work available in this area, Denver offers some of the greatest entertainment for new residents.

Denver has defined approximately 80 neighborhoods for residents in the city. The distinctions between the neighborhoods should not be confused with suburbs because they are separate entities in the metro area. The new urbanist developments attract many new residents to LoDo, Capital Hill, Washington Park, and Uptown. Students and recent college graduates will find the sports scene exhilarating with the Denver Broncos (NFL), Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Rockies, Colorado Rapids (soccer) and Colorado Avalanche (NHL). Family fun and adventure continues from the field to the museums and works of art available in Denver's downtown. Artistic expressions await you at the Denver Art Museum, second largest performing arts center in the United States, and Ellie Caulkins Opera House. Families and adventurers can find a perfect combination of entertainment for recent graduates and students in Denver, Colorado.

Are you interested in what Denver has to offer? Consider one of the many universities and colleges available for students and recent graduates can attend:

Colorado Christian University - with approximately 2,000 students, CCU's most popular degrees are Business, Marketing, Management, Computer and Information Sciences, Education, and Psychology.

Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design - this concentrated campus offers some of the best courses in Art & Design in Denver. Creative students interested in pursuing their aesthetical fortes with the most popular degrees are Interior Design, Graphic Design, Animation/Special Effects, and Art Teacher Education.

Regis University - most popular degrees are Business Administration/Management, Accounting, Biology, Communications/Journalism, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Psychology.

University of Denver - with over 5,000 students, UD's most popular degrees are International Business, Finance/Banking, Digital Communications/Multimedia, and International Relations.

Denver is also home to:

Art of Institute of Colorado
Aspen University
Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology
Boulder College of Massage Therapy
Cambridge College
Everest College
Aims Community College
Arapahoe Community College
CollegeAmerica: Denver
Naropa University
Colorado Christian University
Colorado School of Healing Arts
Colorado School of Mines
Colorado School of Trades
Community College of Aurora
Community College of Denver
Everest College
Front Range Community College
Heritage College: Denver
ITT Technical Institute: Thornton
Johnson & Wales University: Denver
Kaplan College: Denver
Lincoln College of Technology: Denver
Metropolitan State College of Denver
National American University: Denver
Platt College: Aurora
Redstone College
Teiko Loretto Heights University

Recent graduates and students can apply for internships and entry level jobs in Denver's largest companies:

•Wells Fargo Center - recent graduates and college students interested in banking or finance can apply for internships and entry level employment in finance, banking, management, marketing strategy, and human resources in the nation's leading banking headquarters.

•EchoStar Communications Star - largest satellite and cable provider in the US offers internships and entry level positions in Denver's headquarters. Recent graduates interested in computer science, engineering, finance, marketing, and human resources would feel home with the parent company of DISH Network.

•Noble Energy - a Fortune 1000 oil and natural gas exploration and production company, Noble Energy offers internships and entry level employment opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, human resources, computer science, and more.

•Newmont Mining - one of the world's largest producers of gold offers recent graduates and student internships in marketing, sales, human resources, engineering, computer science, and management.

•Denver International Airport - Denver's busiest airport driving tourists and more population to its city offers internships and entry level positions in computer science, management, marketing, sales, human resources, finance, and computer networking.

•Comcast- the largest cable company and broadband internet provider in the United States has operations in Denver. Recent graduates and students interested in technological developments can apply for internships and entry level positions in computer networking, marketing, finance, computer science.

There are a lot of opportunities awaiting recent graduates and college students interested in internships and entry level positions in Denver, Colorado. Denver's opportunities continue to grow by its generated business, population, and businesses located in the area. You and/or your family will find they are perfect to live in the great neighborhoods with skyscrapers and town homes. The diversity outweighs anything tht may tickle your fancy in a city.

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

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 8, 2007 at 3:59 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the United States with a population of 1,521,986. As the fifth largest city, Phoenix offers a variety of internship and entry level job opportunities for recent graduates in finance, engineering, journalism, and accounting. Phoenix has been on a rise since its incorporation on February 25, 1881; now the city is the most populous city in the United States.

The beginning of Phoenix's economical change start in 1880s as the railroad was implemented into its system. The railroads helped Phoenix begin trades between the east and west cities surrounding the capitol. Before the railroad, Phoenix used a lot of carriages to handle many goods between its vendors than capitalist joined the opportunity to ship through the trains. Revenue grew during the following years leading the capital city to organize a Chamber of Commerce on November 4, 1888. Now, business owners could create more ways to drive business, thus, creating opportunities for growth.

Theodore Roosevelt signed the National Reclamation Act in 1902 to help secure the dams for the city's water and power supply. Known as the Salt Water Project, the citizens worked together to organize the Salt River Valley Water Users' Association on February 7, 1903. On February 14, 1912, Phoenix was announced the capital of Arizona by President William Howard Taft. The city's residents continued to utilize its government by shifting from a mayor-council to a council-manager in 1913; becoming the first capital to create a government like it in the United States.

Ever since the announcement, Phoenix's economy has expanded within and around the surrounding cities. Recent college graduates and students can find many internships and entry level positions in information technology, marketing, sales, engineering, computer science, and finance due to Phoenix's technology centers. Three Fortune 1000 companies are located in downtown Phoenix: Apollo Group (operators of the University of Phoenix), Avent Inc., and Phelps Dodge Corporation (a major mining company). Graduates interested in finance and banking can find a home at American Express' headquarters located in downtown Phoenix as well.

Well, all business and no play can make any graduate or student dull. Phoenix provides excellent entertainment for recent college graduates and students interested in living in the city. If you are a sport fanatic, you can visit the US Airway Center to watch the Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Mercury (WNBA), Arizona Rattlers (Arena Football League), and the Phoenix RoadRunners (East Coast Hockey League). The children will find the arena to be a sanctuary for fun nights once each season starts. Even in the great summer weather, baseball lovers can watch the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.

Arizona State University - a public university with approximately 40,000 offers degrees are Business Administration and Management, Accounting, Journalism, Interdisciplinary Studies, Education, and Engineering.

University of Phoenix - as a leading online university and campus with over 198,000 students on and offline, University of Phoenix offers Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral degrees in Finance/Banking, Psychology, Accounting, Elementary Education, and more.

Western International Phoenix - offers Associates in Business and Marketing. Western's most popular degrees are in Business, Marketing, and Computer and Information Technology Sciences.

If this is where you want to be, Phoenix is also home of:

Art Institute of Phoenix
Rio Salado College
American Indian College of the Assemblies of God
Arizona Automotive Institute
Arizona State University West
Chandler-Gilbert Community College: Williams Campus
High-Tech Institute
Foster College
Collins College
Bryman School
Central Arizona College
Grand Canyon University
Glendale Community College
International Import-Export Institute
Lamson College
Estrella Mountain Community College
International Import-Export Institute
Paralegal Institute
Scottsdale Culinary Institute
South Mountain Community College
Southwestern College
Mesa Community College
Paradise Valley Community College
University of Advancing Technology
Long Technical College
International Institute of the Americas

Recent college graduates interested in internships and entry level jobs in Phoenix:

Apollo Group - Students interested in academia can find an opportunity in one of Apollo's educational subsidiary which offers courses for working adults offers entry level positions and internships in education, management, marketing, sales, and customer service.

Phelps Dodge Corporation - a former US-owned mining company in Phoenix that offers internships and entry level positions in mining, communications, engineering, administration, and project management.

Intel - Phoenix's site employs over 11,000 employees and offers internships and entry level positions in engineering, computer networking, communications, human resources, marketing, and sales. Intel's track record of success can stand out for any graduate interested in pursuing a highly creative career in technology.

American Express - this leading credit card company offers internships and entry level positions in Phoenix's headquarters. Recent graduates and students can apply for positions in sales, marketing, human resources, customer service, engineering, and more.

US Airways Group - a leading airliner offers entry level jobs in customer service, flight attending, finance, marketing, sales, and human resources.

Avent, Inc. - 1 of Phoenix's 3 Fortune 1000 businesses offering internships and entry level employment for recent graduates and students in finance, IT, management, marketing, computer networking, engineering, sales, and human resources.

Phoenix is not only the fifth largest city in the United States; it is also the home of trailblazers in the technology industry. Students and recent graduates with the creativity and ability to work hard in these industries can find a home with one of their organizations. With a rising population, there will be more to look forward to once you or your family settles in within the best spot to be in 2008.

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

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 6, 2007 at 6:06 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Little Rock, Arkansas has a population of 652,834 in its metropolitan area. Recent college graduates and students can find an array of internships and entry level job positions in Little Rock due to its diverse job market. Little Rock is the home of the well-known telecommunication giants Alltel and Windstream Communications.

Incorporated in 1831, Little Rock has grown into a home base of telecommunication headquarters and financial institutions. In 1836, the city becomes the United States 25th city then joining the Confederacy in 1861. Union Troops invade Little Rock in 1863, leading to the Brooks-Baxter War in 1874. Union soldiers fought against Little Rock's Confederates for approximately 10 days before leaving. After a great fight, Little Arkansas began its run to independence by changing the city's dynamics. Most of Little Rock's development was started in the early 1900s as the capitol building was completed and more small businesses emerged around its city.

In 1911, the Capitol Building was completed and the city grew ever since. By 1968, the construction of downtown Little Rock expanded exponentially causing a stir in the revenue and job offerings for residents. The First National Bank was completed in 1974, becoming the largest building in Little Rock's downtown business district. The building is the headquarters of Regions Bank, today, and recent college graduates interested in internships and entry level positions in banking, finance, and human resources can find opportunities within Little Rock's business district.

Sport fans can find fun and excite in the Alltel Arena with the Arkansas Twisters (AA Minor League Baseball team), Arkansas RimRockers (NBA Development team), and Arkansas Riverblades (an affiliate of the East Coast Hockey League). Or, you could watch the Arkansas GlacierCats at the Barton Coliseum.
Recent graduates with families or curious tendencies may find the Little Rock Zoo the perfect place for family fun. After a stroll of the birds, lions, and bears in Little Rock Zoo, your family can visit the Arkansas Arts Center to enjoy contemporary art from today's most talented artists. The growing intensity of the city's offerings keeps visitors coming back for more at the Wildwood Center for Performing Arts.

Arkansas' higher education facilities offer an impacting curriculum perfect for students interested in small universities or colleges. More and more students are graduating from their universities and presenting the world with a strong mind ruling the business world.

Harding University - with over 4,000 students, Harding's most popular degrees are Business Administration and Management, Education, Communications, and Journalism.

Henderson State University - the most popular degrees are Education, Business Management, Visual and Performing Arts, English, and Psychology.

Arkansas Tech University - with over 6,000 students, Arkansas' most popular degrees are in Engineering Technologies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Arts, and Health Professions.

Ouachita Baptist University - the most popular degrees are in Business, Marketing, Theology and Religious Vocations, Communications and Journalism, and Education.

Central Baptist College - offers Associates and Bachelors degrees for its attendees. Its Associates degrees are in General Studies, Education, and Visual and Performing Arts. Central's Business, Marketing, Theology and Religion, Computer and Information Sciences, Psychology, and Liberal Arts degrees are very popular amongst its 500 students.

For students interested in other schools, Little Rock is also the home of:

Arkansas Baptist College
Philander Smith College
ITT Technical Institute: Little Rock
Pulaski Technical College
Remington College: Little Rock
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Central Baptist College
East Arkansas Community College
Hendrix College
Lyon College
National Park Community College
Ouachita Baptist University
Ouachita Technical College
Ozarka College
University of Arkansas
Philander Smith College
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Southeast Arkansas College
Southern Arkansas University Tech
University of Central Arkansas
University of Arkansas Community College of Morrilton
University of the Ozarks
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Interested in working in Little Rock's leading businesses? Recent graduates and college students can find internships and entry level positions at:

Alltel - this leading telecommunications company offers internships and entry level positions in sales, customer service, telecommunications, and marketing.

Dillard's Department Stores- Little Rock's headquarters offices offer internships and entry level jobs in retail, marketing, sales, human resources, and finance.

Windstream Communications - a telecommunications company offering internships and entry level positions in customer service, marketing, sales, finance, human resources, and management.

Metropolitan National Bank - recent college grads interested in finance or banking can find openings for entry level positions and internships with this company. Recent grads interested in human resources, marketing, sales, and management.

Nuvell Financial Services - offers internships and entry level positions finance, banking, human resources, and marketing.

Are you still interested in more? Before packing your bags to stay in this simple, yet extraordinary city, be sure to talk with current recruiters of the leading employers. Recent graduates interested in a quiet, subtle city can find a place to start their professional career or college education in Little Rock, Arkansas. Little Rock's developments continue to expand the city's internship and entry level positions as the population grows and more businesses emerge. Do you want to wait around for the next change? Or would you like to be a part of this city's historical climb to fame?

Source: http://www.littlerock.org
*Statistics courtesy of US Census Bureau - Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on September 6, 2007 at 12:36 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Newark is the 65th largest city in New Jersey with a population of 280,451. Recent college graduates seeking entry level employment positions can find many opportunities in engineering, finance, journalism, and business management. Newark, nicknamed ‘The Brick City’ the city was incorporated in February 21, 1798 by the New Jersey Legislature.

Its developments did not begin until the 19th century when Seth Boyden, John Hyatt, Edward Weston, and insurance giants, Mutual Benefit and Prudential, crept into the city’s business repertoire. Seth Boyden’s productions – patent leather and malleable iron – added stealth to the city as his companies generated $8.6 million in 1815, alone. The revenue of Newark continues to grow as recent college graduates work within the city’s businesses.

John Hyatt’s first successful plastic – Celluloid – slid into Newark’s industrial era by helping inventors develop billiard balls, carriages, and dentures. Edward Weston’s zinc electroplating created the world’s first public arc lamps in a city. These profitable ventures did not end there, the insurance industry flourished throughout Newark once Mutual Benefit stepped on the scene in 1845 and Prudential in 1873. The effortless expansion of its business district continues to expand until this day.

Companies such as Net2Phone and Horizontal Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey offer many entry level jobs in New Jersey for recent college students and graduates. Aside from its growing population due to business, Newark offers a wholesome community to raise a family. Its culture diversity and sports create a stream of events for recent college graduates to grow as people and professionals.

Recent graduates and college students with children will enjoy the New Jersey Performing Arts Center located downtown. Sport fans can check out Newark’s professional hockey team, the New Jersey Devil, and their Newark Bears minor league baseball team. Since Newark’s weather moves vibrantly, you and your family will find the summer months pleasing and their winters are slightly cooler than other cities within its latitude.

Students interested in pursuing their education in Newark can find a home in one of these:

•Drew University - a private university with only 1,656 students. Drew University’s social science, English, and Psychology majors dominate the student body.

•New Jersey City University – this public university has approximately 6,158 students in Jersey City; the most popular majors are Business, Marketing, Psychology, and Security and Protective Services.

•Montclair State University – with approximately 12,000 students on campus, the university’s most popular majors is Business, Marketing, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Psychology.

•Rutgers University – The State University of New Jersey has two campuses: New Brunswick/Piscataway and Newark Regional Campus. New Brunswick/Piscataway has approximately 26,000 + students while the Newark Regional Campus has approximately 6,500. Students seeking a quality education can attend either campus according to their needs or wants in their education.

•Farleigh Dickinson University – Farleigh Dickinson University is a private university which has two campuses: College at Florham and the Metropolitan Campus. The College at Florham has approximately 2,600 students while the Metropolitan Campus has approximately 6,000 students.

Recent high school students interested in a quality education in Newark can find a home at:

Berkeley College
Felicia College
Rabbinical College of America
Seton Hall University School of Law
Essex County College
Saint Peter’s College
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Union County College
Hudson County Community College
Kean University
Caldwell College
Beth Medrash Govoh
College of St. Elizabeth
Centenary College
County College of Morris
Cumberland Community College
Bloomfield College
Bergen Community College
Middlesex Community College
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Passaic County Community College

Recent college graduates seeking entry level employment may find positions at:

•International Discount Telecommunications – a leading calling card company offers internships and entry level employment in sales, telecommunications, marketing, and human resources.

•Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey- a leading health insurance provider offers recent college graduates and students internships and entry level employment in insurance, sales, marketing, human resources, and customer service.

•Prudential Insurance – students interested in the insurance industry can find a home with this giant. Their offers are in internships and entry level employment in insurance, finance, sales, and marketing.

•Net2Phone – recent college graduates and college students can apply for internships and entry level employment in sales, marketing, human resources, customer service, telecommunications, and internet marketing.

•Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) – the largest and oldest gas and utility company in New Jersey offers internships and entry level employment in engineering, finance, and sales.

Recent college graduates and college students can find Newark to be a humble, wholesome diverse community. Newark’s many opportunities allow residents to develop a strong sense of self through the cultural centers where great artists were developed. The greater aspect of Newark’s community includes other companies such as McCarter & English, LLC. – the largest law firm in New Jersey suited for recent grads interested in internships or entry level employment. Stop waiting for the right moment to get what you need to live in Newark, your education and career is waiting to begin.

*Source: http://www.ci.newark.nj.us/
*Statistics courtesy of US Census Bureau - Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on August 31, 2007 at 5:42 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

New York City, “The Big Apple,” is home to Wall Street and “The Great White Way” of Broadway. With a metropolitan population of almost 22,000,000, New York is by far America’s largest city. Located in the state of New York, it’s the center for fashion, business, finance and media. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in accounting, theater or journalism would have a smorgasbord of companies from which to choose in this vast metropolis.

New York City has much to offer recent college graduates looking for entry level employment and college students seeking quality internships. Besides Broadway, New York has many museums, clubs and art galleries. For nature lovers, there are Central Park and Battery Park. For those recent college graduates who have families, the Central Park Zoo is also available. Located in the Northeast, residents can expect mild springs and falls, cold winters with moderate snowfall, and hot sticky summers. With New York’s diverse population growing everyday, could there possibly be a more apt home for the United Nations? Xenophobics need not apply for internships or entry level jobs in New York City.

Originally named New Amsterdam by the Dutch in 1613, New York City has grown from a small fur trading settlement into one of the world’s largest and most popular cities for tourism and business. It was thanks to the British, who overtook the city in 1664, the city received its current moniker in honor of the British Duke of York and Albany. It was also thanks to the British that this port city, at the mouth of the Hudson River, became a hub for international trading.

New York City’s population grew dramatically during the 19th century because of immigration and by 1835, it had usurped Philadelphia’s position as America’s largest city. It still holds that title today. The New York metropolitan area consists not only of the five boroughs – Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan and Staten Island – but also Northern New Jersey and Long Island. Such large area provides a college student looking for a quality internship or a high school graduate looking for a quality college education plenty of choices. New York City is home to more than two dozen colleges and universities where students can study everything from art to medicine to liberal arts.

City University of New York (CUNY) is the largest public university in the United States, consisting of 23 institutions. It has campuses in Brooklyn, Staten Island, the Bronx, New York City (Manhattan), Jamaica-Queens and Flushing. Its total undergraduate enrollment in the fall of 2005 totaled nearly 116,000. The most popular majors at CUNY are: Baruch College - Accounting, Computer and Information Sciences and, Finance; Brooklyn College - Business Administration/Management, Education and Psychology; City College – Architecture, Electrical and Electronics; College of Staten Island – Liberal Arts, Business Marketing, Health Professions, Construction Trades, Psychology and Computer and Information Sciences; John Jay College of Criminal Justice – Security and Protective Services, Psychology and Social Sciences; Medgar Evers College – Business Administration/Management and Psychology; College of Technology – Commercial and Advertising Art, Computer Science, Hotel/Motel Administration/Management.

Not surprisingly, the next largest university in New York City is the Fashion Institute of Technology/State University of New York. A student interested in an entry level position in fashion can major in Fashion Merchandising Management, Fashion Design and Communication Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

For those who are seeking a more traditional education, there is:

* Fordham University with majors in Business Administration/Management,
Communications and Media Studies, English Language and Literature.

*Long Island University: Brooklyn Campus that offers majors in Health Professions,

*Columbia University/Columbia College whose most popular majors are Social Sciences, English, History, Visual and Performing Arts, and Foreign Languages and Literature.

The city is also home to:

Albert A. List College of Jewish Studies
Berkeley College/New York City
Boricua College
Columbia University/Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
Columbia University/School of General Studies
Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
DeVry Institute of Technology/New York
Eugene Lang College New School for Liberal Arts
Julliard School
Laboratory Institute of Merchandising
Manhattan School of Music
Mannes College of Music
Marymount Manhattan College
Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology
Wagner College
Yeshiva University

Once a college student has had a taste of New York City either while studying there or doing and internship, he will want to take a bite out of “The Big Apple” and look for an entry level job in business, finance, fashion or maybe even entertainment. The bottom line: New York City is the place to be for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs. Some of the biggest employers are:

Associated Press – the world’s largest news-gathering agency offers internships to college students and entry level positions to recent college graduates in such areas as business, marketing, technology, and, of course, photojournalism and journalism.

Barnes & Noble – the largest bookstore chain in the world offers entry level job opportunities in retail, accounting, communications and network engineering.

Citigroup – College students looking for internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level employment can expect the nation’s largest bank to provide them in corporate and investment banking, sales and trading, and operations.

IBM – hires college students for internships and recent college graduates in accounting, human resources, electrical and computer engineering, and consulting to work for the world’s largest technology company.

PriceWaterhouseCoopers – the world’s leading professional services company offers internship opportunities to college students and entry level jobs to recent college graduates in assurance, tax, human resources and information technology.

TimeWarner – A college student looking for an internship or a recent college graduate looking for entry level employment can find them at the nation’s largest media company in web development, marketing, information technology and management.

Those are just some of the major companies located in New York City. There are, naturally, many others like The Wall Street Journal, L’Oréal, NBC and Tiffany & Co. With so many amazing companies to work for and so many exciting things to see and do, New York City is an excellent choice for a student or recent college graduate looking for a college, internship or entry level employment – provided he can handle living in “the city that doesn’t sleep.”

Source: http://www.nyc.gov/portal/site/nycgov/
*Population statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau – Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on August 10, 2007 at 3:29 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Settled in 1776 by the Spanish, this second most densely populated city in the United States is the fifth largest, with a metropolitan population of more than 7,000,000. It was named for St. Francis of Assisi and is located on the tip of the San Francisco peninsula. San Francisco’s population experienced rapid growth as a result of the California Gold Rush of 1848. The discovery of silver in 1859 brought even more settlers to the area.

The devastation of the 1906 earthquake and fire led to a quick rebuilding of the city. By 1915, the city was reborn and in 1939-40, it hosted a World’s Fair. Treasure Island was built in the middle of San Francisco especially for this event. Many banks, like Wells Fargo and Bank of America got their start in San Francisco. A college student looking for an internship in finance might want to take a look at some of the financial institutions in the “Golden Gate City.”

San Francisco is famous for its fog, its trolleys, the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
Of course, there’s more to “Frisco” than meets the eye. Many Asian and Latin American immigrants established residence in San Francisco, adding diversity to its population. Chinatown is another one of San Francisco’s famous attractions. The 1950s brought Jack Kerouac and his “Beat Generation” to San Francisco, while the 1960s brought hippies. In the 1970s, the gay rights movement headquartered there. These gave San Francisco the reputation of being a city that attracted America’s counterculture.

The 1990s brought dot com companies along with a huge influx of entrepreneurs and computer application developers. Despite the crash of the dot com industry at the beginning of the 21st century, San Francisco continues to be a hub for high technology and entrepreneurial ventures.

San Francisco is a Pacific coast town with many hills and temperate weather. The winters are wet and the summers are dry. Summer temperatures tend to hover around 70 degrees Fahrenheit for the highs while the winter highs usually go up to about 60 degrees. A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in a city by the ocean should try San Francisco. Besides its beaches, San Francisco also has Golden Gate Park, The Presidio, which appears in a movie by the same name, Buena Vista Park and Lake Merced.

San Francisco is also a city of culture. Its War Memorial and Performing Arts Center is home to some of the nation’s longest running performing arts companies. The San Francisco Symphony, The San Francisco Opera and the San Francisco Ballet all perform in the War Memorial Opera House. For museum lovers, there are the Museum of Modern Art, the De Young Museum and the Asian Art Museum. Sports enthusiasts will be happy to know that San Francisco is home to the San Francisco 49ers football team, the San Francisco Giants baseball team and it hosts a marathon every year that attracts over 7,000 entrants.

A student searching for a college or university should add those in San Francisco to his list of possibles. Below are some of the largest in the area:

*San Francisco State University – with a 2005 undergraduate enrollment of 21,000, it’s one of the Bay Area’s largest. The most popular majors are Film/Cinema Studies, Psychology.

*Academy of Art University – this university, which was “built by artists for artists,” has visual and performing arts majors in Commercial Photography, Fashion Design, Graphic Design and Film Production/Cinematography.

*Stanford University – this well-known university has majors in Economics, and Political Science and Government.

*University of San Francisco – one of the largest Catholic universities on the West Coast, this school’s most popular majors are Business Administration/Management, Nursing – Registered Nurse training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN), Psychology.

*Academy of Art University - the most popular majors here are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Computer Graphics and Fashion/Apparel Design.

These are some of San Francisco’s largest colleges and universities. Others include the following:

Alliant International University (formerly California School of Professional Psychology)
Armstrong University (Oakland)
Art Institute of California
California College of the Arts
California Culinary Academy Le Cordon Bleu
California Institute of Design and Merchandising
Laney College (Oakland)
Lincoln University (Oakland)
Merritt College (Oakland)
Mills College (Oakland)
New College of California
San Francisco Art Institute
San Francisco Conservatory of Music
San Francisco School of Digital Filmmaking
The University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Wharton West

San Francisco is also a great place for college students to find quality internships and for recent college graduates to find entry level employment with some of the nation’s, and even the world’s biggest companies. Below are some of the largest in the area:

Safeway, Inc. - the grocery store chain offers internships and entry level job opportunities in retail, pharmacy, information technology and manufacturing.

Hewlett-Packard – college students looking for internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs can find them in software design engineering, sales, finance, consulting and human resources.

Gap, Inc. – the retail clothing chain, which is the parent company for the Old Navy and Banana Republic stores, offers entry level job opportunities in management, human resources and information technology.

Wells-Fargo Company – around since the days of the California Gold Rush, this enormous financial institution has entry level jobs in sales, loss prevention, operations and accounting.
Intel Corporation – this international semiconductor and microprocessor manufacturer has internships and entry level positions in marketing, human resources, software engineering and finance.
This is just a sample of what San Francisco has to offer the adventurous student or recent college graduate looking a place to live, work and play in city replete with culture, diversity and a beautiful landscape.

Source: http://www.ci.sf.ca.us/
*Population statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau – Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on August 8, 2007 at 3:56 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

The “City of Brotherly Love” is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the sixth largest in the United States. Originally the site of our nation’s capital, Philadelphia is also one of the oldest cities in the country. Philadelphia was founded by Quaker William Penn in 1682. The word Philadelphia is Greek for “brotherly love,” and it’s what Penn hoped to foster in his new colony’s capital city. It’s a city rich with American history. Both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were drafted there. Philadelphia remained the nation’s capital until 1800 when it was moved permanently to its current home in Washington, D.C.

The Pennsylvania Railroad, at one time the country’s largest in terms of revenue and traffic volume, was headquartered in Philadelphia. After a merger, the railroad was renamed Penn Central now known as Conrail. The city hosted the nation’s 100th and 150th anniversary celebrations. This first “planned” city is home to Fairmount Park, one of the largest in the world. Philadelphia has mid-20s winters and summer highs hovering around the mid-80s.

Liberty Bell is one of the largest monuments of Philadelphia, located in Independence Hall, which is part of the Independence National Historical Park. Recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in Philadelphia might like that it was also home to Betsy Ross and Edgar Allen Poe.

For those die hard shoppers, there’s the Gallery at Market East, one of America’s largest downtown shopping centers, in Center City. Philadelphia also has theaters like the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts where the Philadelphia Orchestra performs and the Academy of Music, which serves as home to the Philadelphia Opera. Museums like the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and the Rodin Museum are available. The Rodin has the largest collection of work by the sculptor outside of France. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest in the United States.

Like most big cities, Philadelphia has its own sports teams. For football lovers, there are the Philadelphia Eagles. The Philadelphia Flyers provide entertainment for those craving hockey, the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team and the Philadelphia Phillies are the city’s Major League Baseball team. They have a second hockey team, a lacrosse team and a professional soccer team. Any recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in a city that can cater to his appetite for sports can’t go wrong with Philadelphia.

Philadelphia has many prestigious and well-known colleges and universities from which to choose for students seeking a quality education. Some of Philadelphia’s biggest institutions are as follows:

*Temple University – the most popular majors at this university are Elementary Education and Teaching, and Psychology.

*Drexel University – the most popular majors here are Information Science/Studies and Mechanical Engineering.

*University of Pennsylvania – this Ivy League school, which is home to the Wharton School of Business, offers majors in Finance and Nursing – Registered Nurse Training (RN,ASN, BSN, MSN).

*Villanova University – offers majors in Biological and Physical Sciences, Finance and Nursing – Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).

*St. Joseph University – this Catholic Jesuit university offers majors in Business/Marketing, Social Sciences, Education, English and Psychology.

Other Philadelphia colleges and universities that a student might want to attend are:

La Salle University
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia
The University of the Arts
Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
Thomas Jefferson University
Moore College of Art and Design
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Chestnut Hill College
Holy Family University
Bryn Mawr College
Haverford College
Cabrini College
Rowan University
Widener University
West Chester University
Ursinus College
Immaculate University
Neumann College

There are many job opportunities for college students seeking quality internships and for recent college graduates looking for entry level employment. Some of Philadelphia’s largest employers are the Federal Government, the City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia School District. Recent college graduates and interns can find jobs at the Federal Reserve Bank in accounting, finance and research; at the U.S. Mint in marketing or maintenance; one can work for the city in civil engineering or as a librarian; or work for the school district as teachers or administrators. But for those who are looking for corporate employers, Philadelphia offers the following:

University of Pennsylvania – a recent college graduate can find employment in such areas as accounting, admissions, research and counseling.

Jefferson Health System – This large health care provider offers positions in legal, physical therapy, pharmacy and marketing.

MBNA – owned by Bank of America, this international financial institution offers entry level job opportunities in operations, sales and customer service.

Du Pont Corporation – this well-known chemical and plastics company has internships and entry level jobs in sales, legal, human resources and engineering.

Christiana Health Care System – their hottest jobs and internships are in nursing. They also have jobs in research, management and occupational therapy.

Philadelphia claims a rich history, cultural and ethnic diversity, and plenty of jobs to go around. With reasonable temperatures and numerous activities, recent college graduates and college students looking for internships can find a lot to satisfy their needs away from the job in Philadelphia.

Source: http://www.phila.gov/
*Population statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau – Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on August 8, 2007 at 1:30 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Our nation’s capital, a federal district, was founded in 1790. Its metropolitan population is approximately 8,000,000 and the land area includes Baltimore. The District of Columbia is home to all three branches of the federal government, the World Bank and the National Mall.

Recent college graduates looking for entry level positions in politics definitely want to relocate to Washington, D.C. Named after our first president, Washington, D.C. has much to offer its residents. The Washington Monument, which was erected in 1888, is a very popular attraction as are the Lincoln Memorial and the White House, for which the first cornerstone was laid in 1792. There’s a tremendous amount of history in the capital city, but that’s not all there is to it.

The District of Columbia is located in the Northeastern part of the United States and has memorable weather. The summers are often hot and humid, while the winters are moderately cold. Hurricanes do occasionally hit the Washington, D.C. area, but they are usually dissipated by the time they arrive. Spring and fall tend to be mild and colorful, making the capital city a beautiful place to live. D.C. is famous for its cherry blossoms.

Shakespeare enthusiasts will appreciate the District of Columbia’s Shakespeare Theatre Company. The city also has the Washington Redskins football team, the National Symphony Orchestra and the Washington Ballet. The symphony and the ballet appear at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Prior to the 1968 riots, the Lincoln Theatre played host to jazz icons Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald.

The Washington, D.C. area has been the setting for several television shows like sitcoms Murphy Brown and 227, the soap opera, Capitol, and the prime time drama The West Wing. But it’s also a great place for a student to find a quality education. Some of the largest colleges and universities in the District of Columbia are:

*Strayer University – D.C.’s largest university offers bachelor’s degree programs in Accounting, Computer Networking and International Business.

*George Washington University – well-known majors are Social Sciences, Business/Marketing and Psychology.

*Howard University – this historically black university offers Journalism, Dentistry, Fine Arts and Education.

*Georgetown University – offers English Language and Literature, International Relations and Affairs, and Political Science and Government.

*American University – founded in 1893, students can choose from one of the university’s most popular majors like Business Administration/Management, International Relations and Affairs, and Mass Communications/Media Studies.

Some of D.C.’s other colleges and universities are:

The Art Institute of Washington – Arlington
Baltimore International College Culinary
Banner College – Arlington
Capella University
Catholic University of America
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Corcoran College of Art and Design
Dominican House of Studies
Gallaudet University
Kennedy - Western University
Potomac College
Southeastern University
Trinity Washington University
Utica College
Villanova University
Walden University
Washington Theological Union
Wesley Theological Seminary

Washington, D.C. isn’t just a great place to get an enriching education. It’s also a great place for college students to find quality internships and for recent college graduates to find promising entry level jobs. Here are some of the largest employers in the D.C. area:

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation – this employer offers internship and entry level job opportunities in business operations, auditing, finance and auditing.

Lockheed Martin Corporation – the aerospace/Defense contractor has entry level jobs and internships in systems administration, engineering, business and quality assurance.

MCI, Inc. – this telecommunications company recently merged with Verizon. It has entry level jobs in business, engineering, accounting and sales.

General Dynamics Corporation – another aerospace/Defense contractor offers internships and entry level positions in engineering, information technology, finance and marketing.

Nextel Communications – the telecommunications company, now a part of Sprint, has jobs available in sales, network administration, human resources and retail.

The Washington Post and USA Today are both in Washington D.C. as are US Airways, Danaher Corporation and Coventry Health Care. Washington D.C. has amazing opportunities for students who desire a quality education or internships and for recent college graduates who want entry level jobs in a place with diversity. D.C. has diversity in every area.

Population statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau – Census 2000.
*Source: http://www.dc.gov/

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on August 7, 2007 at 12:21 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Houston is the 10th largest city in the United States. Located on the Gulf of Mexico, this city is internationally known for its oil, its aeronautics industries and its ship channel. John Kirby Allen and Augustus Chapman Allen founded the city of Houston in 1836, naming it after the famous Sam Houston, an American statesman and veteran of the War of 1812. In 1837, Houston became and United States city.

By 1860, the city became a hub for exporting cotton by railroad. General John Bankhead Magruder used Houston to organize his troops in preparation for the Battle of Galveston. After the Civil War, local businessmen began exploring ways to make use of Houston’s bayous for commerce.

The Houston Ship Channel received a major overhaul, thanks to a $1 million dollar grant by Theodore Roosevelt in 1902, and usurped Galveston’s position as the city’s busiest port. Rapid growth during the early 1900s resulted in Houston becoming the most populous city in Texas. Houston’s growth continued during World War II as the result of shipbuilding, and due to the creation of NASA’s “Manned Spacecraft Center” in 1961. It’s no wonder Houston is nicknamed “Space City.”

Houston is reducing its reliance on the petroleum industry and turning instead toward the aerospace and biotechnology industries. Houston finds itself recovering from a lot of
recent setbacks like the devastation of Tropical Storm Allison in 2001, the collapse of Enron and the strain of providing refuge for more than 150,000 survivors of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The threat of Hurricane Rita generated the evacuation of nearly 2.5 million Houston residents, “the largest urban evacuation” in American history.

This Gulf coast city has had its share of troubles, but Houston is still a great place for recent college graduates to find worthwhile employment. Houston is a culturally diverse, international city with the countries third-largest Vietnamese American population. Local culture consists of the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The 20-day event, which runs from February to March, is the longest running in Houston history; it’s also the largest. There are also events like the Houston Pride Parade, the Greek Festival, the Art Car Parade and the International Festival.

Houston has a Theater District is in the center of downtown. It has a professional opera, symphony and ballet. Houston’s Museum District is home to The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston; the Cullen Sculpture Garden; Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Holocaust Museum Houston. Of interest to recent college graduates with children, would be Houston’s children’s museum and zoo.

Houston offers numerous parks for outdoor enjoyment and professional sports teams. Baseball’s All-Star Game, football’s Super Bowl XXXVIII, and the 2005 World Series took place in Houston. Tennis tournaments and college football bowl games have all enjoyed Houston as their host. College students looking for internships won’t be disappointed in Houston. The Bayou Place complex has restaurants and entertainment to help round out Houston’s offerings to visitors and new residents.

Houston has over 55 colleges and universities to its credit, many of which are involved in research and development. Below is a list of some the city’s larger institutions:

*University of Houston - the most popular majors at this university are Business/Commerce, Engineering, and Psychology.

* University of Houston Downtown – this university, offering a 20:1 student to teacher ratio has majors in Accounting, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Finance.

*University of Houston – Clear Lake – Computer and Information Sciences, Computer Science, and Education.

*Rice University – the top-notch teaching and research university has majors in Social Sciences, Engineering, Biology and English.

*University of St. Thomas – the most popular majors at this moderately priced university are Business Administration/Management, Education, and International Relations and Affairs.

Some of Houston’s other colleges and universities are:

University of Houston – Victoria
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Sam Houston University
Texas Southern University
South Texas College of Law
Baylor College of Medicine
College of the Mainland
Montgomery College
Bay Ridge Christian College
Art Institute of Houston
Lee College
Prairie View A & M University
Southwest Texas University
Mayo-Hill Center for Modeling
Page-Parks Center of Modeling

Houston provides much in the way of employment for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs and for college students seeking valuable internships. Some of the largest employers are:

Baker Hughes – the world’s third largest oil services company has entry level positions in accounting, engineering, human resources, and chemical services.

Boeing Company – this aerospace giant has internships and entry level jobs in engineering, business, manufacturing and tool design.

Continental Airlines – here a recent college graduate can find entry level employment in human resources, management, operations and customer service.

Royal Dutch Shell PLC – this major, multinational oil company offers internship and co-operative education opportunities, as well as entry level positions in geology, engineering, human resources, sales and marketing, and business analysis.

Landry’s Restaurants, Inc. – the restaurant and hospitality chain has jobs in accounting, management, and human resources.

Companies like Macy’s, Citgo, Men’s Warehouse and Waste Management also call Houston their home. With a diverse culture, great education and employment opportunities, and a plethora of activities from which to choose, Houston is a stellar place for students seeking education or internships and recent college graduates seeking entry level jobs.

*Statistics courtesy of US Census Bureau - Census 2000.
Source: http://www.houstontx.gov/

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 6:49 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Los Angeles is the second largest city in the United States. Often referred to as simply L.A., this Pacific coast city has a metropolitan area of 4,850 square miles with a population in excess of 16, 000,000. Best known for movies and music, Los Angeles is also a center for science, technology and culture.

Los Angeles was officially founded in 1781, as a part of New Spain, by a small group of settlers. By 1777, it had its very lengthy name, "El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles del Río de Porciúncula," ("The Town of Our Lady the Queen of the Angels on the River Porciúncula"). New Spain attained independence from the Spanish Empire in 1820 and continued under Mexican rule until the Mexican-American War gave sovereignty to the United States.

The arrival of railroads and the discovery of oil in the late 1800s help Los Angeles to grow even more. Further development was aided by the discovery of oil in 1892, and by the early 1920s, Los Angeles became the supplier of 25 percent of the world’s petroleum. The introduction of the motion picture and aviation industries increased development even more. In 1932, Los Angeles proudly hosted the Olympic Games, an honor that would be repeated in 1984. Today Los Angeles is a well known center for research and education as well as entertainment.

A college student looking for an internship or a recent college graduate looking for an entry level job might want to consider L.A. for its temperate climate and proximity to the Pacific Ocean. But it can also be appreciated for its many species of exotic flowers, dunes, wetlands and hillsides, which are just great for those who enjoy camping, hiking and fishing.

Sports enthusiasts will love the fact that L.A. is home to two NBA basketball teams, an NHL hockey team, a Major League Baseball team and a Major League Soccer team. Recent college graduates with families can enjoy taking their families to Disneyland, Griffith Park or the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens. With a largely Hispanic population, L.A. is a city replete with cultural and ethnic diversity.

Students looking for a quality college or university should research what Los Angeles has to offer. There are several public, private and community colleges from which to choose.

*California State University Long Beach (CSULB) – here a student can major in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Management Information Systems and Psychology.

*California State University Northridge (CSUN) – the most popular majors are Genetic Engineering, Nuclear Medicine, Nursing, Nutrition and Business.

*University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) –offers major courses of study in Economics, Political Science and Government, and Psychology.

*University of Southern California (USC) – offers majors in Business Administration/Management, Communications Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Psychology.

*University of California Riverside – has Business Administration/Management and Psychology as its most in-demand majors.

*California State University Los Angeles (CSULA) – has majors in Business Administration, Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject (Elementary) Credential.

*California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) – offers Business Administration, Education and Nursing among its many other majors.

*Loyola Marymount University – offers students majors in Business Administration/Management, Communications, Journalism (and related fields) and Psychology.

Los Angeles has many other colleges and universities in addition to the ones listed above:

California Institute of Technology
Antioch University – Los Angeles Campus
Southern California University of Health Sciences
Pepperdine College
Otis College of Art and Design
American InterContinental University
Art Center College of Design
Alliant Internatiional University
Southwestern University School of Law
American Film Institute
Charles R. Drew University
Southern California Institute of Architecture

The “City of Angels” has many opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level employment and college students seeking quality internships The five largest are as follows:

Kaiser Permanente – This health care provider employs more than 30,000 L.A. denizens. It offers recent college graduates entry level jobs in such areas as accounting, human resources, operations and research.

 Northrop Grumman Corporation – The second largest company in Los Angeles is and Aerospace/Defense design and manufacturing company that offers internships and entry level positions in such areas as electronics systems, information technology, space technology and human resources.

 Boeing Company – Engineering and science students rank this aerospace high technology company as an ideal employer for college students seeking internships. This company has also been recognized as a top employer for recent college graduates seeking entry level employment in engineering, business, manufacturing and quality assurance.

Kroger Company – A leading grocery retailer, the Kroger Company supplies close to 14,000 Angelenos with employement in such areas as pharmacy, manufacturing, information systems and store management.

University of Southern California – A world renowned research university, USC offers employment in human resources, teaching, information technology and, of course, research.

With its temperate weather and richly diverse culture, Los Angeles is a great place for students seeking a quality higher education or internship and for recent college graduates seeking entry level employment in a place that provides something for everybody.

*Population statistics courtesy of Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 1:09 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Founded in 1701, by French fur traders, Detroit has the eighth largest population in America. Detroit’s metropolitan area consists of six counties, Lapeer, Oakland, Livingston, Macomb, St. Clair and Wayne. Located in the American Midwest, Detroit is a prominent port city.

The city got its name from French officer Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac. Cadillac founded a fort and settlement called Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit. He named it after the minister of marine under Louis XIV. In 1760, Fort Detroit fell into the hands of the British, who shortened the name later that same year after conquering the settlement.

During the 19th Century, Detroit, which means by or near the strait, spent 42 years as Michigan’s capital. In 1847, the capital was relocated to Lansing, and it remains there today. Before the outbreak of the Civil War, Detroit served as a gateway into Canada for slaves escaping via the Underground Railroad.

Once known as “The Paris of the West” because of its architecture, Detroit enjoyed steady growth, from the 1830s onward, thanks to increased industry. The architectural industry that took hold in 1896 was the automobile industry. The success of the carriage industry gave Henry Ford an inspiration. He started creating his first car in a rented workshop, and by 1904, the Model T was born. A recent college graduate with a penchant for cars might want to relocate to Detroit.

Detroit weather is heavily influenced by its proximity to the Great Lakes. Winters are typically cold, though subzero temperatures are rare. The snowfall is moderate, averaging about 1 to 10 inches per month. Detroit summers tend to be hot and very humid with heavy rainfalls.

Like most other major American cities, Detroit has theater and opera; however, the city’s blues scene inspired icon, John Lee Hooker, to stay a while. The 1950s brought jazz to Detroit, and the 1960s brought Barry Gordy, Jr. and Motown Records. Rock also found a home in Detroit; the city is considered to be the birthplace of techno.

There are many things for college students and recent college graduates to see and to do in Detroit, but education and employment are important, too. Below are some of the Detroit metropolitan areas most prominent colleges and universities:

*Wayne State University – is Detroit’s largest with a 2005 fall undergraduate enrollment of over 20,000. The university’s most popular majors are Elementary Education and Teaching, Nursing – Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN), and Psychology.

*University of Detroit Mercy – journalism and business major, Ronald Reeves, says this small university is “challenging but you learn a lot.” The university with the great faculty has these as its most popular majors: Health Professions, Business/Marketing and Law.

*College for Creative Studies – said to be one of the top schools for art and design education, this institution’s most popular majors are Commercial and Advertising Art, Film/Video and Photographic Arts, and Industrial Design.

*Marygrove College – the most popular majors at this cozy college are Business/Commerce, Computer and Information Sciences, and Social Work.

Those are Detroit’s four largest colleges and universities. Many of the city’s institutions are two-year schools offering associates degrees and certificates, while others are affiliated with larger Michigan colleges or universities. They are as follows:

Byrons School of Floral Arts
Center for Humanistic Studies
Detroit Health Department Nutrition Division
Ecumenical Theological Seminary
JTPA School of Practical Nursing
Lewis College of Business
Michigan Paralegal Institute
Payne-Pulliam School of Trade and Commerce
SJ Williams School of Religion
Sacred Heart Major Seminary
Ser Business and Technical Institute
State College of Beauty

Those are only some of the smaller post-secondary schools in the Detroit metropolitan area. There are also schools that offer training in radiology, security and medical laboratory procedures. A student looking for a quality education might be able to find just what he needs in Detroit.

Motown isn’t just a great place to learn. College students seeking internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level employment may like what the following Detroit major employers have to offer:

American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM) – this global company boasts that it is a world leader in the “design, engineering and manufacture of driveline systems and chassis systems, among other things. A recent college graduate can find employment or a college student can find and internship or co-operative education opportunity in engineering, metallurgy, health and safety management, and medical services coordination.

Comerica – the financial services institution offers entry level jobs and internships in finance and accounting, lending, information technology, management and operations.

Compuware – a “recognized industry leader in software and IT services, this company provides entry level jobs and internship opportunities in development, quality assurance, management and accounting.

Electronic Data Systems – this founder of the information technology outsourcing industry offers “hot jobs” in human resources, corporate operations, technical delivery, service delivery and insurance.

Ford Motor Company – by implementing the use of the moving assembly line, this automotive manufacturer revolutionized car manufacturing. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment can find it in engineering, human resources, product development, accounting, operations and manufacturing.

Other major employers make their home in Detroit. Pizza lovers will like knowing that Little Ceasar’s pizza chain has its headquarters in Detroit. Visteon, Ersnst & Young and Delphi also have offices in Detroit. The “Motor City” has many opportunities and activities for recent college graduates seeking entry level employment and students seeking colleges or internships. It has sports teams, culture and beauty. Detroit: It’s not just for car making any more.

*Statistics courtesy of US Census Bureau - Census 2000.
Source: http://www.detroitmi.gov

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 12:59 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Birmingham is the 13th largest city in the U.S. with a population of 242, 820 in 2000, but has declined to 231, 485 according to the 2005 estimate. Birmingham offers a variety of entry level positions and universities for students seeking quality educations. Nicknamed, ‘The Pittsburgh of The South’ and ‘Magic City’, explains the city’s growth from manufacturing in the 20th century. Now, the city has developed stature in banking, biotechnology, publishing, insurance, and medicine.

There is more to Birmingham than a thriving economy; its city has landmarks to illustrate its drive throughout its existence. The Vulcan Park, Vulcan tower, and Oak Mountain State Park hold history of a fighting city. Even more, Birmingham’s track record of success dates back to its founding in 1871.

Birmingham was founded on June 1, 1871. The real estate promoters used this lot to build the first business near the planned crossroads of Alabama & Chattanooga as well as the North & South railroads. The railroads were close to the coal, iron ore, and limestone in the city’s land. Birmingham’s steel industry was planned from the first moment lots were sold by the real estate promoters. Industrialists used these minerals – coal, iron ore, and limestone – to generate the push in Birmingham’s dominance in early 1900s.

The Civil War and Wall Street crash created problems for Birmingham as it modernized its cities. These weakening experiences strengthened the city’s return to prosperity during the post-war years. The U.S.’s demands for steel during the Rebuilding period helped Birmingham improve its economy. Birmingham experienced my exposure as African Americans began their Civil Rights movements with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. leading non-violent protests. The city was nicknamed, “Bombingham”, because of the racially motivated bombings occurring around the city. The bombings ended around 1970s as the city focused on the development of the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

University of Alabama at Birmingham – as the first university of Birmingham, it’s most popular degrees are business and marketing, health professions, Psychology, and Biology. Eighty-eight percent of its applicants are admitted into their chosen program and 11, 284 undergrads currently attend.

Another sought-after university is Samford University – this private university has 2, 882 degree-seeking undergrads. Students can attend for an Associate’s to Doctoral within its degree programs. Samford University’s most popular degrees include its Associates in Education and its Bachelor’s degrees in Business/Marketing, Health Professions, and Visual and Performing Arts.

Birmingham’s other universities and colleges include:

Andrew Jackson University
Birmingham-Southern College
University of Montevallo
Birmingham School of Law
Miles College
Miles Law School
Jefferson State Community College
Bessemer State Technical College
Bevill State Community College
Southeastern Bible College
Virginia College of Birmingham

Birmingham’s renewal efforts catalyzed the forward thinking of its environment as it increases one hundred percent per capita income since 1990. This positive cash flow shows how determined Birmingham’s economy is compared to the other major US cities. Entry level employment opportunities are available at their large corporations such as:

Regions Financial Corporation – a leading financial center in the Birmingham area provides commercial and retail banking, securities brokerage, insurance products, and services.

SunTrust – another leading banking center offers entry level positions in finance, banking, and insurance.

AT&T – this leading telecommunications giant offers positions in human resources, engineering, communications, and IT.

Birmingham has more to offer than tall skyscrapers, parks, colleges, and financial services. Birmingham offers a warm, welcoming place to raise a family or start a promising career. You will fall in love with the southern hospitality Birmingham has to offer.

*Statistics courtesy of the US Census Bureau – Census 2000.
Source: www.informationbirmingham.com

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 11:52 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Boston is the largest city in New England and the most populous in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Like Philadelphia, it’s one of our country’s oldest cities. Boston was founded by the Pilgrims in 1630 and, after spending some time with the moniker Trimountaine, was later renamed after Boston, Lincolnshire, England.

Boston played a very prominent roll in the Revolutionary War. The Boston Massacre, the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Bunker Hill all took place in or near the city. Boston quickly developed into the world’s richest international trading port because it was the closest major American port to Europe. Such goods as rum, fish, salt and tobacco were exported from Boston’s shores.

Although Boston suffered a temporary setback between 1940 and 1970, the city rebounded with several urban renewal projects to become a leader in the mutual fund industry. Boston is also famous for its vast contribution to medicine. European immigration during the 1820s drastically changed Boston’s ethnic makeup. Home of the Kennedys and former Speaker of the House, Tip O’Neill, Boston has a large Catholic community.

Located in the Northeastern part of the United States, Boston experiences rapid weather changes. Temperatures can fluctuate by as much as 54 degrees or more in a two-day period. The summers are generally warm and humid while the winters bring plenty of snow.

Boston cuisine – New England clam chowder, anyone – largely consists of seafood and dairy products. Boston’s cultural scene is as plentiful as its history. There are many theaters like the Boston Opera House, the Schubert Theater and the Orpheum Theater to a name a few. Boston also has its own symphony and ballet companies.

“Beantown”, as Boston is sometimes called, has a lot to offer recent college graduates looking for entry level employment or college students seeking quality internships. Students looking for quality colleges and universities might like to know that Boston is the birthplace of hardcore punk rock. Boston has major sports teams - not the least of which is the Boston Celtics basketball team - two major daily newspapers, museums galore and several trails for walking in warm weather.

Boston has many renowned colleges and universities. Students looking for a quality education should consider the following:

*Boston University – located on the banks of the Charles River, this private university’s most popular majors are Business Administration/Management, Communications and Media Studies and Engineering.

*Northeastern University – the most popular majors at this private research university are Business/Commerce and Health Services/Allied Health.

*University of Massachusetts, Boston – the only public university in Boston has these most popular courses of study Business/Commerce, Nursing – Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) and Psychology.

*Harvard University – the Ivy League institution’s most popular majors are Economics, Political Science and Government and Psychology.

*Boston College – this putative party school has these most popular majors Communications and Media Studies, English Language and Literature and Finance.

*Massachusetts Institute of Technology – this school, which has a student who opens his dorm room with a thumbprint scanner, has these as its most popular majors Chemical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.

Boston has many other colleges and universities for adventurous students to attend:

Tufts University
Wheelock College
Simmons College
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Colleges of the Fenway
Suffolk University
Emerson College
Massachusetts College of Art
New England Conservatory of Music
Berklee College of Music
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester State University
Emmanuel College

Boston isn’t only home to some of the world’s best known institutions of higher learning, it’s also home to many large, influential corporations. Below are some of the largest:

Massachusetts General Hospital – recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs can find them at this health care facility in research, teaching, human resources and nursing.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital – a college student looking for an internship or a possible entry level job in the medical field can check out this hospital’s offerings in radiology, research, information systems or accounting.

Fidelity Investments (FMR Co.) – the investment giant offers entry level positions in finance and accounting, operations, technology, and advertising, marketing and communication.
Boston University – the university, which consists of a hospital by the same name, has positions in clinical services, research, information technology and faculty.

Beth Israel Co. – this teaching hospital of the Harvard Medical School, whose full name is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, has entry level positions in pharmacy, nursing, information systems, human resources and accounting.

There’s more to Boston than New England clam chowder, Harvard, and the Celtics. The city has a wonderful history and culture that begs to be explored by students seeking quality educations and internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in the place where America’s fight for independence began.

*Statistics courtesy of the US Census Bureau - Census 2000.
Source: http://www.cityofboston.gov/

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 11:23 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, is the 11th largest city in the United States. Over the past 10 years, the Atlanta metropolitan area saw a population increase of over 1 million. Like Houston, Dallas and Miami, Atlanta has grown into a city recognized the world over as a city of influence.

The “City Too Busy To Hate” got its name during the Civil Rights era because of its refusal to support segregation. Such a liberal attitude made Atlanta very popular with African-Americans. By 1972, the city’s population was predominantly black. Atlanta’s progressive attitude extended into politics as well. Since 1974, all of Atlanta’s mayors have been African-American.

Atlanta is built on what was once Creek and Cherokee territory. The land was opened to white settlement in 1823, and by 1835, the land had been ceded to the United States government under the Treaty of New Echota, resulting in a great migration west for the Creek and the Cherokee known as the Trail of Tears. In 1836, the construction of the Western and Atlantic Railroad connected Atlanta to the Midwest.

During the Civil War, Atlanta acted as a military and supply hub. In 1864, the Union targeted the city for invasion. Conquering Atlanta gave the North increased confidence that they would win the war; the Confederacy ultimately surrendered.

The city’s symbol, the phoenix, was chosen because of Atlanta’s rise from the ashes of General William T. Sherman’s attack. After rebuilding, Atlanta quickly developed into the South’s center for industry and commercial trade. In 1868, Atlanta was granted the honor of becoming Georgia’s fifth and final capital.

Atlanta’s continued growth brought with it racial tensions that led to The Atlanta Riot of 1906 and the 1915 lynching of a Jewish man accused of raping and murdering a thirteen-year-old girl. Racial tensions were nothing compared to the devastation caused by the Stock Market Crash of 1929. Thanks to help from the Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta survived the Great Depression. In 1935, the government built the first federal housing project in Atlanta to help homeless residents. During World War II, soldiers heading into battle were sent to Atlanta to train at Fort McPherson.

The city played a large part in the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who was born in Atlanta, along with students from Atlanta’s historically black colleges and universities, spearheaded many of the movement’s activities. “The City Too Busy To Hate” continued to stand by its motto despite minor disturbances throughout the area.

Atlanta came through the Civil Rights era none the worse for wear, due mainly to its adherence to progressive thinking. By 1996, the avant-garde metropolis hosted the Centennial Olympic Games. Although the bombing of Centennial Olympic Park tainted the event, overall, the games were still a success and Atlanta persevered once more.

Atlanta’s climate is typically humid. The summers are hot and sticky, but the winters are generally mild. “Hotlanta,” as it’s called, can have temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, but this is rare. Atlanta receives ample rainfall each year but little more than a dusting of snow. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment somewhere away from the frigid temperatures of the North would enjoy living in Atlanta.

Turner Broadcasting System calls Atlanta home. Ted Turner has made the city a prominent cable television programming center. A student looking for a college or university or a quality internship might like being close to the corporate headquarters of both the Coca-Cola Company and CNN – not to mention the Cartoon Network. Atlanta has many colleges and universities from which to choose:

*Georgia State University – the most popular majors here are Finance, Journalism, and Marketing/Marketing Management.

*Georgia Institute of Technology – the university with a 70:30 male to female ratio has majors in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business/Marketing and Computer and Information Sciences.

*Emory University – the most popular majors at the world-renowned liberal arts college are Business Administration/Management, Economics, and Psychology.

*Morehouse College – is a historically black college offering majors in Biology/Biological Sciences, Business Administration/Management, and Computer Science.

*The Art Institute of Atlanta – the most popular majors at this small institution is Commercial and Advertising Art and Culinary Arts/Chef Training.

Some other colleges and universities worth looking at in Atlanta are:

Spelman College
American Intercontinental University
Atlanta College of Art
Atlanta Metropolitan College
Atlanta Technical College
Bauder College
Brown S. Barber College
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Herzing College
Mercer University in Atlanta
Morris Brown College
National Institute of Technology
Berlitz Language Centers
Beulah Heights Bible College
Brown College of Court Reporting and Medical Transcription
Carver Bible College
Epps Air Service
Georgia Institute of Real Estate
Georgia Medical Institute-Atlanta Main Campus
Georgia School of Professional Psychology
Grady Health System Professional Schools

Those are only some of the many schools in Atlanta where a student can attain a great education. But Atlanta isn’t just a great place to learn, it’s a great place to work, too. With some of the world’s largest, most influential companies, Atlanta is a force to be reckoned with in the corporate world. Here are just some of the better known companies that call Atlanta home:

Coca-Cola Company (Coke) – the international soft drink giant offers entry level employment and internships in manufacturing, innovation, human resources, information technology, sales and account management.

Delta Airlines – the newly reorganized airline offers entry level jobs in accounting/auditing/finance, human resources, marketing/sales/account management, and engineering.

Sun Trust Bank – college students looking for internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs can find them here in retail banking, bank operations, audit and risk management, and wealth and investment management.

Turner Broadcasting – this international media mega star has challenging entry level jobs and exciting internships in sales, accounting, human resources, information technology and engineering/technical operations.

Cingular Wireless – entry level jobs with one of the world’s best known cell phone companies are in business, management, sales, and contracts processing.

Atlanta has culture, diversity, a forward thinking government, and more than enough activities to satisfy all who come to make their homes there. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment and students seeking colleges or internships can find excitement mixed with the vibrant community of Atlanta, Georgia.

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

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 11:13 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Charlotte is the 20th largest city in the North Carolina with a population of 540, 828. Charlotte provides a wealth of opportunities for entry level job seekers and recent college graduates in accounting, finance, and media. This city is packed with excitement and opportunities for college students in search of a quality education in a large city.

Charlotte has mild winters and hot, humid summers. Its weather conditions are quite pleasing during the summers as sport lovers can enjoy the Charlotte Knight’s baseball at the Knight's Stadium. Basketball lovers can enjoy a home game of the Charlotte Bobcats in the fall, or hit the ice with the Carolina Hurricanes. Oh, we are not forgetting the NASCAR lovers; you can see the latest races at the motor speedway.

Charlotte’s nicknames, ‘The Queen City’ and ‘Hornet’s Nest’, were named in honor of Queen Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Streliz, wife of King George III. A rebellion of British ran King George III out of the area during the American Revolution. General Cornwallis nicknamed Charlotte, ‘The Hornet’s Nest’, as its citizens rebelled against King George’s unpopular rules and laws. The citizens soon signed a declaration of independence on May 20, 1775. History proclaims this record of independence Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence sent to Congress in 1776.

Charlotte stood its ground during the war between American and British armies during the Revolutionary War. The unsettling General Lord Charles Cornwallis described Charlotteans as Hornets which kept its legacy through landmarks such as Independence High School, Independence Boulevard, Freedom Drive, and Freedom Park. Charlotte’s biggest accomplishment came after the Civil War when cotton processing plants shot up around the city. The industrial performance of Charlotteans increased revenue and built itself a small reputation.

The history of its independence has shown great promise to the financial district since financier Hugh McColl evolved the North Carolina National Bank into a national competitor, Bank of America. First Union, a bank, experienced the same transformation as it became Wachovia after mergers and acquisitions. Uptown Charlotte, Trade and Tryon or ‘The Square’ is almost like New York City’s Times Square. You can find many businesses in ‘The Square’ interested in recent college graduates seeking entry level positions. Students interested in attending college or a university can find a home at:

•Art Institute of Charlotte – a great school for creative minds intrigued with Fashion Merchandising, Web/Multimedia Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Restaurant/Catering Management.

•Johnson C. Smith University – this historical black university has a small, concentrated community of 1.470 degree-seeking students. Johnson C. Smith’s most popular degrees are Business and Marketing, Communications and Journalism, and Computer and Information Sciences.

•University of North Carolina at Charlotte – 25% of degree seekers are interested in business and marketing. The second most popular fields of study are Psychology, Education, and Engineering.

The city is also home to:

Belmont Abby College
Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Catawba College
Davidson College
King’s College
Livingstone College
Queen’s University of Charlotte
Wingate University

Charlotte is packed with surprises and excitement for recent college graduates seeking entry level positions. If you live here, you will enjoy working here with its biggest employers:

•Bank of America Corporate Center– the world’s leading banking service provider hires recent college graduates and students seeking quality internships to gain experience in communications, human resources, and operations management.

•Duke Energy – a leading energy provider hires recent college graduates in engineering, operations management, and business administration.

•NASCAR – the motorsport’s headquarters hire entry level candidates in engineering, communications, and business administration.

•LendingTree – a leading loan lender provides positions in Marketing, Business administration, and human resources.

These companies highlight the Queen City’s uniqueness in financial services, human resources, and quality internships. Other companies such as SPX Corporation, Sonic Automotive, Nucor, and Goodrich Corporation offer numerous job opportunities for recent college graduates seeking entry level positions. Oh, there’s more - Muzak, Compass Group USA, Time Warner, Food Lion, Meineke Car Care Center, Bojangles’, and Lance, Inc. There’s more waiting for graduates moving into a different direction after college, but there’s even more waiting for those living in the city.

Source: www.visitcharlotte.com
*Population statistics courtesy of the US Census Bureau - Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on June 24, 2007 at 9:33 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Chicago is the third largest city in the United States and home to media mega-star, Oprah Winfrey. This bustling Lake Michigan metropolis is also home to over 9,000,000 people. Like New York City, the Chicago metropolitan area extends beyond state lines, incorporating parts of Wisconsin and Indiana. A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in business could possibly find what he’s looking for in the “Windy City,” which is the Midwestern capital of finance, business and culture.

Founded in 1833, Chicago began as a transportation hub for the Northwest Territory that quickly grew to become one of the world’s most influential cities by 1890. Chicagoland, as it is affectionately known, has had its share of problems: the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, which lead to major rebuilding and growth; the Haymarket Riot of 1886; and the scandal of Al Capone and his war with authorities during Prohibition in the 1920s. Yet Chicago has not only grown, but thrived.

Today, Chicago is a richly diverse city in the central region of the United States. Located in Northeastern Illinois on the southern tip of Lake Michigan, Chicago has much to offer a recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in a city that has a wide variety of things to do and see. Grant Park is 319 acres of culture and scenic beauty, offering visitors the choice between enjoying the park’s many shaded walking trails, Lake Shore Trail, softball fields or tennis courts, or exploring the Art Institute of Chicago, marveling at Buckingham Fountain – one of the world’s largest – or taking a culture-trip to the Museum Campus.

Chicago’s weather tends to be erratic and volatile with cold, dry winters and warm, rainy summers. A great way to escape the elements is to visit one of Chicago’s many theaters. Chicago offers not only the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Joffrey Ballet and the Lyric Opera, but also Second City – a famous improvisational comedy troupe – and the Steppenwolf Theatre Company.

A student looking for a quality college or university should check out the colleges and universities in the Chicago area:

*Depaul University – With an undergraduate enrollment of almost 15,000 in the fall of 2005, DePaul is Chicago’s largest university. It’s most popular majors are Accounting, Communications Studies/Speech, Communications and Rhetoric and Finance.

*Columbia College Chicago – This largest arts communications college offers major courses of study in Arts Management, Cinematography and Film/Video Production and Fine/Studio Arts.

*Northeastern Illinois University – among many others, Northeastern offers majors in Computer Science, Elementary Education and Teaching, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.

*Loyola University – a Jesuit Catholic university, this highly ranked institution’s most popular majors are Nursing – Registered Nurse Training (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) and Psychology.

*Northwestern University – the fifth largest college or university in Chicago is said to have the best college newspaper. It’s most popular majors are Economics (General), Engineering, and, naturally, Journalism.

Some of Chicago’s many other colleges and universities are:

Adler School of Professional Psychology
American Academy of Art
Argosy University – Chicago
Cardean University
Catholic Theological Union at Chicago
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Chicago State University
Chicago Theological Seminary
City Colleges of Chicago – District Office
DeVry University – Illinois
East-West University
Erikson Institute
Harrington College of Design
Illinois College of Optometry
Illinois Institute of Technology
Institute for Clinical Social Work
International Academy of Design and Technology
Kendall College
Lexington College
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago

A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment or a college student looking for a quality internship can choose from among many well-known companies in the Chicago area. Here a just some of them:

MacDonald’s Corporation – by far the largest company in Chicago, hiring some 395,000 people, the MacDonald’s Corporation has entry level positions and internship opportunities in such areas as restaurant manager, business analyst, data and technical support, and finance.

Sears, Roebuck and Company – the second largest company in Chicago has internship and entry level employment opportunities in buying/merchandising, graphic design, sales and field management.

Boeing Company – engineering and science students rank this military aircraft builder as ideal for college students seeking internships. It’s also been recognized as a top employer for recent college graduates seeking entry level employment in engineering, business, manufacturing and quality assurance.

Sara Lee Corporation – this international food company has job opportunities in business, research, management and information technology.

Walgreen Company – this ever growing drug store and mail-order pharmaceutical company has internship and entry level job opportunities in information technology, marketing, pharmacy and legal.

Chicago also hosts such corporate giants as Abbott Laboratories, Kraft Foods and Playboy Enterprises to name a few. With access to schools like Northwestern and Loyola universities and companies like Boeing Company and the MacDonald’s Corporation, students seeking quality educations and internships and recent college graduates seeking entry level employment can find an opportunity in Chicago. It not only offers great educational and employment opportunities, but it has activities for both single and married recent college graduates who want to find fun and interesting ways to relax and unwind when they’re not at work.

Source: http://egov.cityofchicago.org/city/webportal/home.do
*Population statistics courtesy of the US Census Bureau - Census 2000.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on May 31, 2007 at 10:40 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Dallas is a completely land locked city with a metropolitan area of 385 square miles. Founded in 1841, this center for telecommunications, information technology, banking and transportation legally achieved city status in 1871.

Originally a part of the Spanish Province of New Spain, when it was first settled in the 1500s, Dallas’ name origin is unknown. Although there are many speculations: it was named after Commodore Alexander James Dallas, brother of George Mifflin Dallas (eleventh vice-president of the United States), it was named for Walter R. Dallas who fought at San Jacinto, or James L. Dallas, Walter’s brother and a Texas Ranger, the mystery has never been solved.

The twentieth century brought Dallas leadership in the drug, book, jewelry and wholesale liquor market in the Southwestern United States. It also led the world’s inland cotton market and the manufacture of saddlery and cotton gin machinery. The discovery of oil not far from the city catapulted Dallas into the position of financial center for the oil industry in Texas and Oklahoma.

Jack Kilby, who invented the integrated circuit while working for Texas Instruments, took Dallas into the high-technology manufacturing industry. The city became America’s third-largest technology center, and with the relocation of oil companies to Houston, Dallas’ prominence in the technology industry became even larger.

Dallas is mostly flat with only two major waterways, the Trinity River and White Rock Lake, which is a popular spot for boaters and rowers. The surrounding park attracts joggers and bikers. The Dallas climate is humid and subtropical, with much of its 37.1 inches of annual rainfall occurring during the spring. Spring and fall in Dallas tend to be temperate and enjoyable while the winter can produce temperatures below freezing, due to cold fronts from the north; however, snow in Dallas is almost non-existent. With an annual accumulation of 4.5 inches, a recent college graduate looking for a place to have snowball fights with his children, might want to think twice about moving to Dallas.

Dallas is a city with a large Hispanic population, rich in Mexican culture and cuisine. Dallas has many art museums and the ritzy Deep Ellum area achieved notoriety during the 1920s and 1930s as a hotspot for jazz and blues in the south. Bessie Smith, Blind Lemon Jefferson and Robert Johnson appeared in such original Deep Ellum clubs as The Harlem and The Palace. Today, artists not only perform there, but they make their homes there as well.

Aside from the Cotton Bowl, another well-known event in Dallas is the State Fair of Texas. It’s an annual event, held at Fair Park, that’s been around since 1886. Cinco de Mayo, Juneteenth and the Greek Food Festival of Dallas, give testament to the growing diversity of the once predominantly white city.

Dallas-Fort Worth offers students more than the Cotton Bowl. There are also many quality colleges and universities:

*University of Texas at Dallas – this university with “tons of international students” and “a lot of nontraditional students” has majors in Business Administration/Management and Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering.

*Texas Christian University – the most popular majors at this small institution are Advertising and Communications Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric.

*Southern Methodist University – this stereotypical university for the rich has majors in Communications, Journalism and Related Fields, and Social Sciences.

*Dallas Baptist University – students here have an average GPA of 3.65, majoring in Business Administration/Management, General Studies and Psychology.

*Texas Wesleyan University – located in Fort Worth, the most popular majors are Business Administration/Management, Psychology, and Radio and Television.

The above are only the largest colleges and universities in Dallas-Fort Worth. Below are other institutions of higher learning where students can attain a quality education:

Argosy University
Art Institute of Dallas
Christ for the Nations Institute
Criswell College
Dallas Theological Seminary
El Centro College
Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics
Mountain View College
Parker College
Paul Quinn College
Richland College
Southeastern Career Institute
University of North Texas at Dallas
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
Wade College
Westminster Theological Seminary
Westwood College of Technology

Dallas-Fort Worth has many major companies for college students seeking challenging internships and recent college graduates seeking entry level employment to explore:

Lockheed Martin Corporation – college students can find exciting internship and co-operative education opportunities, and recent college graduates can find entry level employment in engineering, information technology, finance, and graphic arts.

Kimberly-Clark – a major company in the manufacture of paper products, Kimberly-Clark has internship and co-operative education opportunities, along with entry level employment in research, sales, information technology, finance and marketing.

Southwest Airlines – the growing airline has jobs in finance, flight operations, human resources, public relations and technology.

Texas Instruments – the birthplace of the integrated circuit offers challenging internships and entry level jobs in finance, accounting, engineering, sales and field applications.

Blockbuster – recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in a “fun and dynamic” company can search this company’s Web site for jobs in information technology, human resources, legal, marketing, and management.

Anyone looking for southern hospitality in addition to quality education, fun and interesting internships, or entry level jobs that can lead to rewarding careers might want to take a look at Dallas. The Dallas metroplex is said to have “more shopping centers per capita” than another city or metropolitan area in the country.

Posted by Tahjia Chapman on May 22, 2007 at 9:12 PM | Leave a Comment (1)

Verizon Communications

In 1984, the Bell Atlantic Company was created when American Telephone & Telegraph (AT & T) broke up because of an antitrust suit filed by the United States Department of Justice. Verizon resulted from Bell Atlantic’s acquisition of General Telephone and Electronics (GTE), one of the largest telephone companies during the era of the Bell System, in 2000. Bell Atlantic and GTE had experienced many separate mergers, leading up to their own marriage 2000. It was Bell Atlantic’s acquisition of GTE that more or less took it into the global market. GTE had wireless networks in places such as Argentina, Canada, Puerto Rico and Taiwan.

Verizon was borne in April of 2000 out a merger between Bell Atlantic and London-based company called Vodafone Air Touch Plc. Bell Atlantic wanted to get into the wireless business and their merger with Vodafone made that happen. Already they ground work was being laid for many different entry level jobs for recent college graduates. With the growing popularity of text messaging and the use of laptops, smart phones and Blackberries, a computer science major couldn’t go wrong choosing an internship with Verizon.

Verizon is more than a wireless cell phone company these days. Their wireless network is completely digital, and they have the country’s most reliable network. Verizon also offers broadband internet access. They serve millions of customers across the United States they always have room for recent college graduates looking for entry level positions with progressive, innovative companies. Further expanding their hold on the cell phone industry, Verizon acquired MCI in early 2005. And they will continue work toward serving as many customers as efficiently as they possibly can.

Verizon Global Solutions, Inc. services customers primarily in Europe and North and South America. They provide both wireless and wireline communications, which opens the door for any recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level position in a foreign country.

Verizon has internship and co-operative education programs that help them to hire the best possible candidates to help keep their company competitive in the world of cell phone and wireless Internet access.

A student looking for a quality internship should take a look at the following list of opportunities offered by this diverse company:

• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Marketing/Sales
• eBusiness

• Network operations
  

Verizon has a whole host of jobs, both foreign and domestic for recent college graduates looking for hard work and challenges. They have opportunities in such areas as:

• Systems Architecture
  
• Information Technology
  
• Finance
  
• Human Resources
  
• Telecom Engineering
  

The entry level positions offered are not only on the undergraduate level, but entry level master’s and Ph.D. holders can apply and put their knowledge and skills to work at Verizon, too. With their expansion into the global market, the possibilities are seemingly endless. Verizon recruits regularly at colleges and universities across the country. Any student looking for a quality internship should take a look at Verizon. The holds true for recent college graduates looking for exciting career opportunities.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:25 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. Patent & Trademark Office

In 1790, President George Washington signed the bill that “gave inventors the rights to their creations.” This law gave the Patent Board the ability to grant patents. Patents were granted on the basis of originality – it had to be either completely new or improved significantly on an existing item – and function – it had to be useful in some way. Essentially, if the invention met these criteria, a patent was given. Today, as always, patents protect inventors and companies from piracy.

The U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO), part of the Department of Commerce, has 7,300 employees. According to the USPTO’s web site, the mission of the organization has always been “to promote the progress of science and the useful arts by securing for limited times to inventors the exclusive right to their respective discoveries.” The USPTO’s primary function is to issue patents and trademarks and to distribute information about patents and trademarks. Samuel Hopkins received the first ever patent in 1790 for improving on the manufacture of Potash and Pearl ash. Millions of patents have been issued since then.

A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment might want to consider working for the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. How exciting to be one of the first people to see an invention like the safety pin, invented by Walter Hunt of New York, NY, which received its patent in 1849 or windshield wipers, which were patented in 1903 by Mary Anderson of Birmingham, AL.

Students looking for internships with a government agency should try the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. The USPTO offers internships during the fall and spring semesters as well as during the summer. Paid internships are for students majoring in science or technology who are interested in becoming patent examiners. Unpaid internships are referred to as “volunteer positions” and are also available throughout the year. Below are some of the areas in which a college student looking for an internship can find one:

• Information Technology
• Organic Chemistry
• Biotechnology
• Acquisition
• Legal

There are many other areas in which a student can find a rewarding internship with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO promises an exciting experience in the ever changing world of technology.

Entry level job opportunities abound as well. The U.S. Patent Office wants recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in the legal field and as well as in technology. Here are just some of the entry level jobs available for recent college graduates who want to stay on the cutting edge of innovation:

• Information Technology
• Human Resources
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Organic Chemistry
• Biotechnology

Because so many inventions are submitted each year, the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office needs patent examiners. Recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that can become stable careers might want to consider working for the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. College students who want the exciting experience of working for a government agency should look into doing an internship with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. The legal aspect of patent issuing is also important and is definitely an area of high demand; the USPTO recruits interns in law school.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:24 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. Central Intelligence Agency

The signing of the National Security Act by President Harry S. Truman in 1947 gave birth to the United States Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). It’s an agency whose primary function is to gather information, both by overt and covert means, about foreign governments, institutions and people. It’s an offshoot of the Office of Special Operations, which disseminated in 1945 after the end of World War II.

The CIA enjoyed a great deal of latitude in its operations during the early years of its existence, but in the 1970’s that all changed. Congress had for many years attempted to reign in the CIA’s activities to no avail. When two former CIA agents were caught burglarizing the Watergate Hotel, which was the campaign headquarters for the Democratic Party, the climate changed. President Nixon’s insistence that the FBI cease its investigation into the matter only exacerbated the situation. Congress finally prevailed and the CIA’s activities were drastically curtailed. The CIA was prohibited from assassinating foreign leaders and the FBI was charged with responsibility of investigating U.S. citizens.

Today, the CIA is responsible for keeping the United States government informed about any possible exterior threats to the country. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in Homeland Security should think about going to work for the CIA.

The CIA has come a long way over the years. It’s primarily an organization like any other with support staff and it even has interns. A student who is looking for a quality internship that will definitely challenge the imagination should consider doing an internship with the CIA. The CIA looks for students, especially minorities and people with disabilities, from a broad spectrum of majors for their internship program:

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Finance
• International Relations
• Business Administration
• Foreign Language Studies
• Geography
• Graphic Design

The CIA also has an extensive list of entry level job opportunities for recent college graduates. As with the internships, all majors are welcome and minorities and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to join the CIA team :

• Geographer
• Applications Developer
• Foreign Language Instructor
• Mechanical Engineer
• Auditor
• Librarian

The list of career opportunities with the CIA goes on and on. In addition to working for a great company, a recent college graduate can also take pride in knowing that he is serving his country, even if it’s only in a supporting role. And students who are looking for quality internships that can be rewarding and interesting and maybe even fun, should think about looking at the CIA Web site, take the personality quiz and see where they might fit in.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:24 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Teach For America

Admissions

In 1989, Princeton University senior, Wendy Kopp, came up with an idea for her senior thesis: help eliminate the educational inequality plaguing the United States. Kopp believed that others in her generation were seeking a way to make a significant, positive difference in the world and that they would embrace her idea even if it meant making small salaries.

In 1990, Teach For America’s debut year, 500 recent college graduates from top American universities proved her right. That year, Kopp’s $2.5 million start-up fund helped her and her staff reach six low-income communities. Since then, Teach For America has expanded to 25 urban and rural communities reached. According to the New York Times, in 2005, Teach For America placed 12 percent of Yale University’s recent college graduates, 11 percent of Dartmouth’s, and eight percent from Harvard and Princeton.

Teach For America accepts recent college graduates from all majors, but the Web site makes a specific appeal to math, science and engineering majors. Teach For America has clearly made an impact in this area, as evidenced by a study conducted in 2004 by Mathematica Policy Research. The study found the students of Teach For America teachers, on average, scored higher than their control-group counterparts.

In 2005, Teach For America alumnus, Jason Kamras, received the National Teacher of the Year award from President George W. Bush. Kamras had been placed in a Washington, D.C. middle school by Teach For America in 1997 and remains a math teacher there today. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in teaching should consider the rewarding challenge of a two-year tenure with Teach For America.

A college student who is looking for a quality internship can also apply to Teach For America. Some of the internship positions Teach For America has to offer qualified candidates are listed below:

• Database Specialist
• Admissions
• Alumni Affairs

• Recruitment
  
• Institute Support
  

A student who wants the rewarding experience of interning for a non-profit organization committed to making sure that no child is left behind might want to join the Teach For America team.

Besides the two-year teaching positions, Teach For America has other opportunities for recent college graduates searching for entry level jobs. Below are some of the areas in which entry level jobs might be found:

• Accounting

• Individual Giving
  
• Recruitment
  
• Alumni Support
  
• Development
  
• Market Research
  

That is merely a truncated list of the job opportunities that Teach For America has available for recent college graduates who are seeking entry level jobs that have the potential to become rewarding careers.

For college seniors, who are soon to become recent college graduates, who want to spend two years teaching in low-income communities, Teach For America has an extensive application and admissions process. Teach For America openly states that it seeks applicants with leadership abilities, the ability to motivate others and organizational skills. Again, Teach For America appeals specifically to recent college graduates with degrees in mathematics, science and engineering.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:23 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Royal Dutch Shell

Careers

Royal Dutch Shell, or Shell Oil as it’s more commonly known, got its start when, in 1833, Marcus Samuel, started a business selling seashells; it rapidly grew into a successful import-export business. When Samuel’s son took a trip to the Caspian Sea, he discovered that it would be a smart business move to export to the Far East oil for lamps and cooking.

While the Samuels were planning to expand their horizons to Asia, the Royal Dutch Company was formed in the Netherlands to cultivate oil fields. By 1896, the Dutch and the Brits were in full competition with each other. Nevertheless, the competitors soon realized that collaboration would be more lucrative so in 1907 they merged their companies to become the Royal Dutch/Shell Group.

The early part of the twentieth century saw a lot of change and growth in the Royal Dutch/Shell Group. Its operations expanded to include Africa and the Americas and, by the 1920’s, they were fueling airplanes as well as cars. In 1929, Royal Dutch/Shell Group ventured into the business of producing and selling chemicals.

After the Second World War, Shell continued to expand and diversify. The development of natural gas was Shell’s next step toward meeting society’s growing energy consumption. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry-level job in chemical engineering should consider Royal Dutch Shell.

Royal Dutch Shell internships offer real world experiences that are tailored to each student’s major and interests. Shell’s projects change as the company’s needs change. Whatever is going on in the world at the time of a student’s internship will be incorporated into the student’s project, if appropriate. Royal Dutch Shell offers the following internship opportunities:

• Business Administration
• Engineering
• Finance
• Information Technology
• Geosciences
• Trading

Royal Dutch Shell has many areas of interest for students who are looking for quality internship programs. Shell’s internships are paid, structured and designed to bring out the best in every candidate chosen.

Royal Dutch Shell offers equally challenging career options for recent college graduates who seek entry-level jobs that can become fulfilling careers:

• Finance
• Engineering
• Economics
• Health & Safety
• Quality Control
• Human Resources

Royal Dutch Shell has an extensive list of job opportunities for recent college graduates who crave the rigors of demanding careers. Because it’s a global company, Shell also offers an opportunity for travel to other countries. A student who seeks a quality internship won’t go wrong applying to Royal Dutch Shell. And recent college graduates who want entry-level jobs in geosciences or economics can also find a place at this diverse, ever growing company.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:22 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Progress Energy

Progress Energy, based in North Carolina, resulted from the merger of Carolina Power & Light and Florida Progress Corporation in 2000. It supplies “energy-related products” to gas and electric customers. The company serves close to three million customers in the Carolinas and Florida and boasts annual revenues of $10 billion.

Progress Energy won the J.D. Power and Associates Founder’s Award for dedication, commitment, and sustained improvement in customer service in 2005. In 2006, the utility earned Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Award for operational excellence. Progress Energy is definitely a company worth considering for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in engineering or computer science.

Part of Progress’ dedication to outstanding customer service is their commitment to hiring a diverse workforce. Diversity for Progress goes beyond the obvious age, gender, race differences to include social and economic diversity as well. As stated on the Web site, diversity at Progress Energy means “the blending of unique knowledge, individual interpretation, singular experiences and personal points of view.” A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in customer service could easily find a rewarding career at Progress Energy.

Progress Energy believes in the benefits of nuclear power, despite the controversy surrounding it. Nuclear power is cleaner and safer than using fossil fuel, it’s more cost-effective and more reliable, according to the Web site. In fact, 35 percent of the electricity supplied to Progress Energy customers is generated through nuclear power. The company has four sites altogether, two in North Carolina, one in South Carolina and one in Florida.

Progress Energy offers summer internship opportunities as well as co-operative education programs. A college student looking for an internship that will incorporate what he learned in class might want to think about an internship with Progress Energy. Below are just some of the areas where a student can find an internship or co-op:

• Chemistry
• Engineering
• Information Technology
• Human Resources
• Procurement

Students can intern with Progress either for one summer or several, and students who participate in the co-operative education program can participate for as many as five semesters. Progress also participates in the INROADS internship program for minority students who are enrolled in four-year accredited colleges or universities. INROADS participants intern with Progressive every summer until graduation, working on assignments related to their major.

Progress Energy isn’t only committed to finding quality candidates for their internship and co-operative education programs. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment are especially welcome. The following are some of the entry level job opportunities available to recent college graduates looking for promising careers:

• Engineering
• Procurement
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Finance
• Telecommunications

Progress Energy recruits not only college students but recently separated military personnel as well. It wants to have the most diverse, hard working team possible helping the company to continue its standard of excellence and remain competitive in it field. Progress has been considered one of the best places to work in the Southeast, so college students looking for quality internships and co-operative education programs should add Progress Energy to their list of possibilities, and recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that will lead to promising careers should also take a look at what Progress has to offer.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:21 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Peace Corps

The idea of an organization like the Peace Corps had been knocking around Capital Hill since the end of World War II, but it wasn’t until 1960 that it came to fruition. In a presidential campaign speech at the University of Michigan, Senator John F. Kennedy presented the idea of helping people in Third World countries to become better educated and more self-sufficient. He came up with the name Peace Corps during a trip to San Francisco. In 1961, shortly after being inaugurated as President of the United States, he signed an Executive Order in 1961,. The Peace Corps was officially born.

Creation of the Peace Corps was designed to dispel the myth of the “Ugly American” and “Yankee Imperialism.” It also sought to help Americans understand the people and cultures of other nations. Mutual understanding was important then and it still is today. From the very beginning, the idea of the Peace Corps was very popular among college students. Within two years of being formally authorized by Congress, the Peace Corps had dispatched 7,300 volunteers to 44 host countries. In 1966, 15,000 – the largest number in Peace Corps history – were dispatched to spread education and goodwill to underdeveloped countries.

Since inception, the Peace Corps has served in 138 host countries, employing over 182,000 American volunteers. So much is needed today that a recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in information technology or business might want to consider serving in the Peace Corps for two years. The Peace Corps remains committed to helping individuals around the world make better lives for themselves by teaching them about information technology, business development and how to help prevent the spread of the AIDS virus.

The mission of the Peace Corps includes three goals:

• Helping the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women;
• Helping promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of the peoples served; and
• Helping promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans.

Although the Peace Corps doesn’t have a formal internship program, college students who seek a real challenge can apply to be volunteers. The only criteria that absolutely must be met are that you must be 18 or older and a United States citizen. Knowing a foreign language might be helpful, but it’s not necessary. A college student who wants to have a true hands-on internship experience that takes him to a land outside the United States might want to consider becoming a Peace Corps volunteer. Another important thing to consider is that more and more employers look for recent college graduates who have community service or other volunteer experience as way to assess the character of future new hires.

But there’s more to Peace Corps than volunteering. If a recent college graduate wants a more behind the scenes job with Peace Corps, she can always apply to work for the agency itself. Peace Corps job opportunities for recent college graduates are listed below:

• Information Technology Specialist
• Evaluation Specialist
• Human Resources
• Contract Specialist
• Assistant Director for Domestic Programs

Peace Corps volunteers aren’t the only ones who can travel overseas. If a recent college graduate is looking for an entry level job in government and an opportunity to travel outside the United States, then Peace Corps might be just the ticket.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:20 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Navigant Consulting

Navigant Consulting is a specialized consulting firm borne out of the acquisition of a hodge-podge of companies like Barrington Energy Partners, Tucker Alan, Inkster Group and Capital Advisory Services. Formerly known as the Metzler Group, Navigant Consulting received its current moniker in 1999. And the company continued to acquire more firms, increasing its client base of government agencies, legal counsel and companies in regulated industries.

With more than 2,300 employees, roughly 1,800 of whom are professional consultants, Navigant easily maintains its status as a leader in specialized consulting. Because the world of business is constantly changing, Navigant is repeatedly challenged to help companies adapt and overcome any obstacles or setbacks that such changes might cause.

A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in business should think about Navigant Consulting as a possible employer. This Chicago-base company is taking off and it seeks only the highest caliber candidates to join its team so it can continue to win such honors as being chosen as one of the “200 Best Small Companies” by Forbes magazine in 2005 and chosen as one of the “100 Fastest Growing Companies” by Fortune magazine the same year.

Navigant offers consulting to companies in such industries as health care, insurance, energy, corporate finance and construction. And it doesn’t only offer its services in the United States. Navigant also has offices in Asia, Canada and Europe.

College students who are rising seniors majoring in accounting, finance, engineering, information systems or economics should consider doing a summer internship with Navigant Consulting. Navigant’s Summer Associate Program is designed to cultivate the brightest, most energetic and inquisitive students into future Navigant new hires. A Navigant summer intern could find herself performing any one of the following tasks right alongside a seasoned Navigant professional:

• Fact-finding
• Allocating costs
• Analyzing damages
• Organizing information
• Quantifying lost profits
• Valuing a business

Navigant Consulting wants dedicated, team-oriented recent college graduates looking for entry level employment to join its team as well. Graduates with degrees in economics, engineering (civil, industrial or mechanical), business (accounting, finance, and information systems) or engineering are invited to apply as entry level consultants with Navigant. A Navigant entry level consultant could find himself performing one or more of the following tasks:

• Data collection
• Accounting and Financial analysis
• Cost and scheduling analyses
• Tracking and analysis of data

Navigant, of course, has need for support staff, too. Recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in marketing or information technology should not feel discouraged from applying . Other areas in which Navigant has job opportunities are:

• Marketing

• Desktop Support
  
• Accounts Payable
  
• Architect
  

Those are only some of the responsibilities of Navigant’s entry level consultants. Highly motivated recent college graduates who want to learn and grow with a company that is itself still growing, should give serious consideration to Navigant Consulting, as should college students looking for challenging summer internships. Flexibility, a willingness to travel and excellent communications skills are a few of the requirements to be a Navigant consultant. If you’ve got what it takes, Navigant Consulting has a place for you.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:19 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Merck & Co.

Merck & Co. began as a German chemical/pharmaceutical company in Hesse, then in 1891, George Merck opened up a branch of the company here in the United States. In 1917, during World War I, the German branch of the company was confiscated and Merck became an independent U.S. company.

Over the years, Merck has devoted itself to not only developing new, better medicines for people, but in delivering those medicines efficiently. And Merck is not simply concerned with human health. They manufacture products that help keep animals healthy, too. Merck & Co. is a global company focused primarily on research, always seeking a better way to promote and improve health.

Their mission statement reads as follows: “The mission of Merck is to provide society with superior products and services by developing innovations and solutions that improve the quality of life and satisfy customer needs, and to provide employees with meaningful work and advancement opportunities, and investors with a superior rate of return.”

That’s quite a mission statement. They’ve covered all bases. They want to serve the public who rely on their innovations; they want to motivate the employees who participate in the research and development of their new innovations; and they want to satisfy the investors who provide the much needed financial support that - along with the revenue earned from sales to the public - makes it possible for Merck & Co. to continue moving forward in the world of pharmaceuticals.

A recent college graduate with an interest in an entry level job in pharmaceutical research might want to take a look at Merck & Co. It’s a global company that has produced such well-known medications as the cholesterol drug Vytorin, Fosomax for osteoporosis and Singulair for the treatment of asthma. Those are only a few of the invaluable contributions made by Merck & Co.

Merck & Co. offers internship and co-operative education opportunities to students who want to learn what it’s like to be in a real work environment before leaving school. Besides the United States, Merck & Co. has facilities around the globe and a student who is looking for a quality internship or co-op can receive two educational experiences in one in such diverse fields as:

• Engineering
• Biomedical Research
• Research Decision Sciences
• Procurement Analyst
• Accounting-Internal Auditing-Finance

Clearly, a quality internship at Merck & Co. can be found in a variety of majors. Like all successful companies, Merck & Co. puts its interns right into the thick of things as if they were new hires fresh out of college. This gives them a chance to really know what it feels like to be in the work world with all of its rewards – Merck internships are paid – and all of its responsibilities as well. Merck & Co. prides itself on producing quality products.

It wouldn’t be surprising if many of the recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs that will become promising careers turned out to be former interns. Merck & Co. states on its Web site that it only wants “the best and the brightest” and it can easily attract them with such job opportunities as:

• Accounting Associate-Accounting/Finance
• Information Technology
• Applied Computer Science & Mathematics IT

• Human Resources
  

There are many more job opportunities provided by Merck & Co. along with an opportunity to travel to foreign countries and an opportunity to explore the possibilities of one’s own imagination. A student seeking a quality internship or co-operative education experience will certainly find one at Merck & Co. And any recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in chemistry should try Merck & Co.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:16 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

L’Oréal

L’Oréal, based in Clichy, France, is one of the leading beauty and cosmetics companies in the world. In addition to their cosmetics, hair care and skin care lines, L’Oréal also has interests in dermatology and pharmaceuticals. L’Oréal – originally named Auréole – was founded in 1907 by French chemist, Eugène Schueller.

Like all successful companies, L’Oréal maintains a commitment to excellence. They believe in continued growth and changing with the times and the needs of their customers. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in the world of cosmetics or business might want to give L’Oréal a try. As a global company, they offer an opportunity for travel outside the United States to any recent college graduate who desires and entry level position overseas.

L’Oréal, which started as a hair-color company, quickly expanded to include other areas of cosmetics and beauty. Today, they offer cosmetics, hair care products, skin care products and fragrances. L’Oréal can be found on sale the world over. In the U.S., their products can be found in the aisles of local supermarkets, drug stores and discount department stores like K-Mart and WalMart. L’Oréal is a force to be reckoned with in the cosmetics industry, but they aren’t resting on their laurels.

In 1973, L’Oréal purchase Synthélabo, and entered the realm of pharmaceuticals. A recent college graduate interested in an entry level job in technology might be interested to know that L’Oréal has added innovative world of nanotechnology to its list of interests. They have five research and development centers throughout the world and employ nearly 2000 chemists. The world of beauty is clearly more complex than it may seem to the casual observer.

Because L’Oréal is America’s leading cosmetics company, they want the best possible student candidates for their internship program. They have a program that is both challenging and education, specifically designed to cultivate a future, quality new hire. Opportunities exist in various concentrations:

• Marketing
• Sales

• Research & Development
  
• Information Systems
  
• Manufacturing
  

L’Oréal wants students to have memorable, quality internships, so they offer a program that provides real work for the interns to perform and they also receive special training assignments. And they welcome creative ideas and visions.

Recent college graduates are afforded amazing opportunities at L’Oréal, too. They want motivated employees who want to help the company remain the country’s top cosmetics company. Many majors are represented and entry level jobs are available both in the United States and overseas:

• Web Development
• Corporate Finance
• Cost Accounting
• Distribution
• Supply Chain Management
• Chemist

There’s more to L’Oréal than meets the eye, especially considering their interests in nanotechnology. A student seeking a quality internship with a company that prides itself on providing excellent customer service and top quality products, is looking in the right place when she looks for an internship with L’Oréal. Recent college graduates who are looking for entry level positions that will stimulate their imaginations will want to give strong consideration to work for L’Oréal.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:14 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Kraft Foods

Careers

In 1903, 29-year-old Canadian, James L. Kraft moved to Chicago where he sold cheese to local grocers. Because cheese was highly perishable, Kraft devised a way to ensure that he got the freshest cheeses to his customers. Part of his method included the personal touch of delivering the cheeses personally, a service the grocers appreciated.

By packaging and selling cheese under the Kraft name, Kraft became the first to take cheese from commodity to branded product. In 1909, Kraft was joined by four of his brothers. The company was incorporated and named J.L. Kraft & Bros. Co. Although the company enjoyed the sweet taste of success, Kraft wanted to go further in his efforts to make cheese a more stable product and in 1911, the Kraft brothers opened a laboratory where they experimented with ways to provide a better quality product that had a longer shelf life to consumers. Four years later, Kraft achieved success and introduced the first process cheese product in four-ounce tins. The product became so high in demand that Kraft had to expand operations to accommodate it, and in 1916, Kraft patented his process cheese method.

With the success of his process cheese product, Kraft went on to experiment with other products, developing such well-known creations as Velveeta, Cheez Whiz and individually wrapped cheese slices. Today, Kraft is the largest producer and seller of cheese in the world. It’s second only to Nestlé as the largest food and beverage company in the world. Its number one among food and beverage companies headquartered in North America. A recent college graduate searching for an entry level job in marketing might want to take a look the Kraft Foods Web site.

A student looking for a quality internship or co-operative education program should take a look at the Kraft Foods Web site. The internship program or co-operative education program at Kraft Foods gives students a chance to learn while applying their education as part of a team working toward a common goal. Some of the internship opportunities at Kraft Foods are listed below:

• Manufacturing
• Sales
• Customer Development
• Finance
• Science

Those are some of the areas in which a student can find a rewarding internship or co-operative education experience. Kraft interns receive feedback midway through the internship program and are expected to develop a final presentation for members of senior management at the conclusion of the internship. If a student wants an internship that offers real world experience to complement her education, this sounds like the ticket.

Kraft Foods, an international company, offers many opportunities both in the United States and abroad for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in technology, sales and many other areas. Below are some of the areas in which job opportunities are available at Kraft Foods:

• Global Supply Chain
• Sales

• Human Resources
  
• Information Systems
  
• Marketing
  

Kraft Foods has many other opportunities available to both students looking for quality internship and co-operative education programs and for recent college graduates searching for exciting entry level jobs.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:14 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

JP Morgan Chase & Co.

JP Morgan Chase & Co., one of the world’s oldest financial services companies, is also a leader in the fields of investment banking, financial services and others. With more than $1 trillion dollars in assets, JP Morgan Chase & Co. comes in third place behind Bank of America and Citigroup on the list of America’s largest banking institutions. Founded in 1799 by John Pierpont Morgan,I, the company has grown into a firm that serves millions of clients.

JP Morgan Chase & Co. is the result of a merger among several companies dating back to the 1800’s. In 1996, The New York Chemical Manufacturing Company, founded in 1823, acquired the Chase Manhattan Company, founded in 1955 and kept the Chase Manhattan name. In 2000, The Chase Manhattan Company acquired J.P. Morgan & Company (formerly known as Drexel, Morgan & Co.) and JP Morgan Chase & Co. was born.

The JP Morgan Company was always a mighty force in the United States. In 1895, JP Morgan Company financed the United States Steel Corporation and gave $62 million in gold to the United States government to help fortify the treasury.

In 1914, Henry P. Davison, a partner in the company, went to England and made a deal with the Bank of England. JP Morgan & Co. underwrote all war bonds for both England and France. Investment in the suppliers of war equipment to England and France further increased the company’s coffers.

1930 brought with it the Glass-Steagall Act, forcing JP Morgan & Co. to choose whether it wanted to operate as a commercial bank or an investment bank. Morgan chose commercial banking. This would last until the late 90s when amendments to the Glass-Steagall Act allowed JP Morgan & Co. to operate as both a commercial bank and as an investment bank.

This global company offers many opportunities for recent college graduates who want to find entry level positions in the world of banking. Unfortunately for college students, JP Morgan Chase & Co. doesn’t offer an internship program. With the competition for quality talent increasing as the years go by, JP Morgan Chase & Co. may want to join their contemporaries before they find themselves getting the bottom of the barrel instead of the cream of the crop of new entry level employees.

JP Morgan Chase operates 6 lines of business worldwide:

• Retail Financial Services
• Asset and Wealth Management
  • Investment Advisory
  • Brokerage Services
• Treasury and Securities Services
• Card Services
• Investment Banking

JP Morgan Chase & Co. can easily accommodate the needs of recent college graduates looking for entry level employment. Unfortunately, they don’t have an internship program. Some positions they do offer that students may be interested in are:

• Teller
• Administrative Assistant
• Report/Application Developer
• Non-Prime Retail Production Assistant

Although JP Morgan Chase & Co. doesn’t have anything for students looking who are looking for quality internships, it does offer a large, international selection of jobs for recent college graduates. In fact, it was ninth on Business Week’s list of “Best Places to Launch a Career.” Despite not having an internship program, JP Morgan Chase & Co. manages to find quality new hires in the form of college athletes. The recruiters feel that college athletes have the mental toughness, physical stamina and competitive attitude needed to handle the intense demands of working on Wall Street.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:13 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Google, Inc.

Google, Inc. was the 1996 brainchild of two Stanford University Ph. D students, Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Google, a deliberate misspelling of googol (10 100 or 1 followed by 100 zeros), was their research project. They wanted to test their idea that “a search engine that analyzed the relationships between Web sites” would yield better results than the methods in use at the time. The students tested their idea and in 1997 Google was born. It became Google, Inc. a year later.

The company quickly grew and in 1999, they moved their operation to a complex of buildings that they named Googleplex – a play on the word googolplex which is a 1 followed by a googol of zeros.

Internet users fell in love with the Google search engine because of its “simple, uncluttered, clean design.” They maintained this look when they began adding advertisements by making the ads text based. Google’s user-friendly format and volume of search responses are another part of what make it such a popular search engine for all Internet users, both foreign and domestic. Although Microsoft’s MSN search engine is in heavy competition with Google, Inc., Google, Inc. remains top dog among Internet users.

Google, Inc. has grown tremendously over the past 10 years and offers other searches like Google News, Google Maps, which helps users find directions to local businesses, and Google Earth, a controversial tool, which allows users to zoom in on any location on the planet. The zoom gets so close that cars and people are discernible in the images.

Since Google, Inc. was created by students, the fact that they offer an internship program that is both challenging and rewarding is not surprising in the least. Internships can be done both domestically and abroad:

• Desktop Support
• Software Engineering
• Advertising Sales

• Financial Analyst
  
• Technical Writer
  

The list of internship opportunities is diverse. Google, Inc. makes their internship program competitive by offering not only a salary, but relocation assistance as well. This is especially good for those students who decide to do their internships overseas.

Google, Inc. is yet another global company offering career opportunities to recent college graduates looking for exciting entry level positions in sales and other areas. So any graduate, who wants to experience life in a foreign country or just stay in the U.S., should take a look at the list of Google’s entry level jobs:

• Business Operations Associate
• Data Center Technician
• Staff Accountant
• Real Estate Project Coordinator
• Human Resources Benefits Specialist

The list of job opportunities for the United States alone seems endless. Any recent college graduate, who wants an entry level job, working for an innovative company, can’t go wrong applying to work for Google, Inc. A promising student who is looking for a quality internship would be wise to take a look at Google, Inc. As a company that continues to grow and expand the services it provides to Internet customers, Google, Inc. welcomes new ideas and fresh perspectives.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:12 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.

Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1953 by Charlie Ferguson, Ralph Lenz and Johnny Smithers. A plumbing and HVAC supply company, Ferguson was established in Virginia and Alabama with the goal of supplying small plumbing businesses. But their commitment to excellence caused the company to double in size every five years since its inception.

By 1982, the company had grown under the leadership of David Peebles to 76 locations spread out among 11 states. That same year, Ferguson was acquired by Wolseley, plc, which permitted the company to continue along the lines Peebles had started. Peebles allowed managers to operate branch locations independently, allowing them to work according to the dictates of their locations rather than a strict company policy. This aided Ferguson’s growth and by the 1990’s the company had swelled to 200 locations dispersed throughout 24 states.

David Peebles was succeeded in 1989 by Charlie Banks, who took Ferguson even further, expanding its revenue to $3.3 billion with 500 locations in 38 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and Mexico. In 2001, Chip Hornsby took the reigns from Charlie Banks and Ferguson’s commitment to producing a quality product and providing excellent customer service continues. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in public relations or marketing should take a look at the Ferguson Web site.

Ferguson Enterprises has a 10-week summer internship program for rising juniors and seniors who are looking for a potential career with Ferguson. Their Web site says they want students who are willing to take responsibility for their own success and who want to work with a team of professionals. The Ferguson internship program is unusual in that the student will rotate from area to another throughout the 10 weeks:

• Shipping
• Receiving
• Operations
• Counter Sales
• Inside Sales
• Showroom Sales

Ferguson wants students who intern with them to be a part of the team. They are so committed to their interns that those who do well are offered an opportunity to serve a second summer internship or to work part-time throughout the school year.

Entry level job opportunities are also available for recent college graduates. Ferguson encourages anyone who might be interested in working there to take the time to learn about the company and its culture. Ferguson Enterprises only wants dedicated new hires who are certain that a career with Ferguson Enterprises is what they want:

• Sales
• Management
• Operations
• Credit
• Shared Purchasing
• Showroom Sales

Ferguson wants quality students for their summer internship program and they want quality recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that can be parlayed into long term careers. Ferguson Enterprises wants employees who are not only hard working and dedicated, but who are fun loving as well. The company has maintained consistent growth for more than 50 years because Ferguson Enterprises gets the best possible recent college graduates on board at the entry level, and it promotes from within.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:11 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Ernst & Young

A.C. Ernst and Arthur Young came from vastly different backgrounds. Ernst was an outgoing, virtually self-made American, while Young was a wealthy, soft-spoken Scotsman with a degree from Glasgow University. In 1903, after spending four years working as a bookkeeper, Ernst went into business with his brother, Theodore, founding the company Ernst & Ernst. Young opened Arthur Young & Co. in 1906 after settling in Chicago.

Ernst pioneered the use of advertising to attract business, and he was also the first to come up with idea of using accounting information to make business decisions. This is good news for any accounting student looking for an internship with Ernst & Young. Something of even more interest to students seeking internships will be the fact that it was Arthur Young who believed in cultivating young talent early on. In fact, Young’s firm became the first to actually recruit from universities. Thanks to Young, Ernst & Young has a well seasoned college recruitment program.

Both Ernst and Young expanded their individual businesses to the U.K. via strategic mergers. There would be many more to follow. As a global company, Ernst & Young can offer recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in accounting the choice of either working for a firm here in the United States or one abroad.

Although their companies merged in 1989, Ernst and Young, who happened to die only days apart in 1948, never actually met during their lifetimes. Still, their legacies of excellence live on and Ernst & Young is one of the world’s most formidable financial services firms.

But there’s more to Ernst & Young than financial services. Over the years, they have expanded their interests to include:

• Technology
• Communications and Entertainment
• Energy, Chemicals and Utilities
• Industrial Products; Retailing and Consumer Products
• Health Sciences
• Real Estate.

As anyone can see, students of almost every major can find a quality internship with Ernst & Young. The same is true for college graduates looking for challenging entry level positions. Ernst & Young offers career opportunities in such countries as Belgium, the United Kingdom, Turkey and Spain – to name a few.

Ernst & Young offers career opportunities all over the United States for those promising candidates who are content to remain on their home turf. Recent college graduates looking for quality entry level jobs should view what Ernst & Young provides:

• Account Coordinator
• Asset Management
• Audit Manager
• Business Researcher – Tax/Law
• Campus Recruiter

• Document Specialist
  

The list of U.S. job opportunities, both entry level and advanced, goes on and on at Ernst & Young. They seek only the best possible candidates for their internships and for their entry level positions. Since the early days of A.C. Ernst and Arthur Young, Ernst & Young have been living up to their motto: “Quality in everything we do,” and they intend to continue upholding such high standards. For them, there is no other way to remain competitive.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:11 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. Department of State

Government Jobs

The U.S. Department of State or State Department, as it is more commonly known, is a foreign affairs agency overseen by Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice. This Cabinet-level agency is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and was created in 1789 by Congress when they passed “An Act to provide for the safe keeping of the Acts, Records and Seal of the United States and for other purposes.” It was at that time that the Department of Foreign Affairs was renamed The United States Department of State. The State Department is always looking for energetic young men and women who want the challenge of an exciting job and the honor of working the United States government.

The State Department offers a variety of job opportunities for college graduates seeking entry level government jobs. It also provides an array of choices for students who want quality internships. Although the State Department, at one time, performed many domestic functions, it is now primarily a foreign affairs agency. One of their most important functions is to promote mutual understanding between the U.S. and its foreign allies. Bilingual and multilingual students who seek the adventures of foreign internships can certainly look to the State Department. This is also true for any recent college graduate who desires an entry level job overseas.

Most of the State Department’s internships are unpaid, but they offer students an inside look at how the United States conducts foreign affairs. It also allows students to find out if a career working for the government is for them. The co-operative education program, on the other hand is paid. Students incorporate on-the-job training with their studies, often working full time like an entry level employee.

There are many choices for both foreign and domestic internships with the State Department. Any adventurous student could find an internship with the U.S. Department of State. They encourage students from all majors to apply. Here’s sampling of what a student might do during an internship:

• Visa work

• Writing reports on Human Rights issues
  
• Arms control
  
• Research environmental or economic issues
  

The State Department has career opportunities for college graduates who want to find entry level employment with the government. Interestingly, the Peace Corps, which has for years attracted recent college graduates looking for a way to help those who less fortunate, is a subdivision of the State Department. As with interns, all majors are welcome to apply. Some of the entry level jobs available to college graduates are listed below:

• Entry Level Engineer
• Criminal Investigator
• Information Management
• Economist

Working for the U.S. government isn’t for everyone. But if you want to see what really goes on in Washington, D.C., and not just hear about it or read about it in the news, you should apply for an internship or entry level job with the U.S. Department of State. This is especially true for any recent college graduate who has an interest in an entry level job in diplomatic service. One thing is for sure … it will never be dull.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:10 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Capgemini

Careers

Capgemini, a combination information technology, outsourcing, business consulting, professional services company, got its start in 1967 when Serge Kampf established Sogeti (Société pour la Gestion des Enterprises et le Traitement de l’Information or Enterprise Management and Data Processing Company) in France. During the early 1970s, Sogeti acquired some of its IT services competitors both in Europe and in the United States.

The acquisition of CAP, Sogeti’s toughest European IT competitor, in 1973 and Gemini Computer Systems in 1975 inspired the company’s name change to CAP Gemini Sogeti. After acquiring another United States company – a data conversion company with 500 employees in 20 states - CAP Gemini Sogeti decided to expand its operations to include the United States.

Capgemini continued to acquire other companies over the next 10 years, expanding its reach to help it become one of the largest companies of its kind in the world. In 1996, CAP Gemini Sogeti decided to change its name once more, finally settling on calling themselves simply Cap Gemini. Changing the name and the logo in no way changed the company’s ambition and drive. In 2000, Capgemini acquired Ernst & Young Consulting, creating Capgemini Ernst & Young, adding it to the ever growing list of off-shoot companies around the world.

The company name experienced yet another change in 2004, Capgemini, as it stands today. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in information technology or business should consider Capgemini. Today, Capgemini has placed increased emphasis on its outsourcing and professional services businesses to keep up with the constantly changing IT world.

Capgemini offers its services to a diverse array of industries, such as Automotive, Energy, Utilities and Chemicals, Financial Services, and several others. It provides these services to industries in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.

Capgemini recruits heavily at choice college campuses during the fall semester. Career fairs, class lectures and presentations are a few of the ways in which Capgemini seeks out qualified candidates to join their team. Choice candidates go through a series of interviews, which include an on-site interview where the students can talk to Capgemini professionals and get a feel for the company and its culture. The students who make the grade receive job offers, so when they become recent college graduates, they aren’t looking for entry level jobs; Capgemini has already provided them.

Recent college graduates, searching for entry level jobs, have a long list from which to choose. Capgemini has operations in 30 countries including the United States. Below are some of the entry level job opportunities Capgemini provides for recent college graduates:

• Client Serving Consultant
• Datastage Architect
• Business Modeling Consultant
• Asset Management
• Billing Accountant

Those are only some of the entry level job opportunities afforded recent college graduates by Capgemini. Because it is a global company, Capgemini also has opportunities for recent college graduates who want to find entry level jobs overseas.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:09 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

After Edwin G. Booz graduated from Northwestern University a century ago, he opened the first management consulting firm. He called it the Business Research Service and the Illinois State Railroad became his first client. After serving in the Army during World War I, Booz returned to the United States, resumed his business and gave his company a new name: Business Engineering Service.

In 1924, the company changed names again, this time to Edwin G. Booz Surveys. James L. Allen joined the firm in 1929 and it took on such clients as Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Montgomery Ward, and the Chicago Tribune. Carl L. Hamilton became a part of the company in 1935. Shortly thereafter, the company added the U.S. Navy to its growing list of clients. In 1943, the company’s name was changed to Booz Allen Hamilton, which were the last names of its three partners,.

After World War II, Booz Allen Hamilton experienced drastic growth and expanded its operations to other states. In 1953, the company went global by taking on a project in the Philippines. A subsidiary firm, Booz Allen Applied Research, took the firm into the realm of technical consulting and government contracting. In 1956, Booz Allen truly became an international firm with the creation of Booz Allen International and the opening of its first foreign office in 1957 in Zurich.

Over the next two decades, Booz Allen Hamilton enjoyed continued growth and went through some restructuring. Then in 1979, the firm acquired the Chrysler Corporation as a client and aided the company in achieving its history-making turnaround. Booz Allen Hamilton has continued to grow over the years and to expand its professional horizons to include creating a magazine for those in the business management field. By the end of 2005, Booz Allen Hamilton boasted a worldwide total of 16,000 employees and revenue in excess of $3.3 billion. A recent college graduate who wants to find an entry level job in consulting should definitely consider Booz Allen Hamilton as one of her options.

Booz Allen Hamilton has internship and co-operative education opportunities for “energetic, hard-working individuals … ready to work short term in a fast-paced team environment.” Some of the areas in which a student might find a quality internship or co-operative education experience are listed below:

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Business Administration

Booz Allen Hamilton accepts students from various majors and it is a company so committed to embracing diversity that it has internship program specifically designed for students with disabilities.

Booz Allen Hamilton was voted one of the best companies for recent college graduates looking for entry-level jobs by the Princeton Review in 2006. It has many opportunities both in the United States and abroad. Below are some of the entry-level jobs available at Booz Allen Hamilton:

• Junior Database Administrator
• Junior Environmental Specialist
• Junior Grants Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton has amazing opportunities for students looking for rewarding internship and co-operative education programs and it offers a vast array of job opportunities for recent college graduates who want entry-level jobs that can turn into satisfying careers.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:07 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

BP America

BP America got its start in the Middle East – Iran to be exact – in 1909 when William Knox D’Arcy incorporated the Anglo-Persian Oil Company to drill the oil he found in 1908. The Anglo-Persian Oil Company acquired the British branch of the German Europäiche Union, which was using the brand name British Petroleum, in 1917, the same year that D’Arcy died.

The Anglo-Persian Oil Company continued to grow after World War I. One way in which they facilitated their rapid post-war growth was by introducing the use of the curbside pump to replace the more commonly use two-gallon “tins” used to distribute gasoline. By 1926, Anglo-Persian Oil Company had started producing airplane fuel as well. In 1935, the company was renamed the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company.

Thanks to the high demand for oil in post-World War II Europe, the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company enjoyed further growth. In the 1940’s, the company entered the field of petrochemicals and in 1954, it was responsible for providing Europe with its first multigrade oil. That same year, the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company was renamed the British Petroleum Company.

In 1969, BP started to operate in the United States. The major discovery of oil in Alaska gave BP a secure foothold in the United States and the start of marketing and refining. The oil crisis of the 1970’s rocked the industry, but BP survived thanks to not concentrating all of its interests in one place. Since the 1980’s, BP has continued to grow in its refining of both oil and natural gas.

BP merged with Amoco in 1998 and in 2002, renamed itself Beyond Petroleum. In 2004, BP was voted by Working Mothers Magazine as one of the 100 best companies for working mothers. This says a lot, especially to recent college graduates, who are future working mothers and who are looking for entry level jobs with dynamic companies.

BP offers challenging internship and co-operative education programs for students who are looking for professionally demanding, real world internship and co-op experiences:

• Chemicals
• Petroleum Products
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Business Analyst
• Engineering – co-op/internship

BP America has entry level jobs for recent college graduates who are looking for rewarding careers in petrochemicals, engineering and many other areas. All majors are welcome to apply:

• Business
• Engineering
• Geoscience
• Accounting
• Information Technology
• Marketing
• Sales

BP America is the domestic leg of BP International and, in fact, a student who would like to do an internship or join a co-operative education program for this company that constantly adapts to society’s changes, can go to the Web site for his search. BP’s co-operative education program usually begin during a student’s sophomore year and it allows the student to work full time under the close supervision of a mentor who is committed to training the student to become a future BP professional himself. BP is an excellent place for recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs in engineering.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:07 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

http://careers3.accenture.com/Careers/US/CareerOptions/

In 1953, General Electric (GE) hired Arthur Andersen, an accounting firm, to explore the use of computers to automate payroll and manufacturing tasks. Arthur Andersen succeeded and introduced data processing to the business world. The payroll processing aspect of Arthur Andersen split off into Andersen Consulting until 2000 when it separated completely from Arthur Andersen. In 2001, it was renamed Accenture, which is a derivative of the phrase “Accent on the future.”

The name Accenture was chosen by an Oslo employee as the result of a contest. The company wanted a name that would both indicate its commitment to excellent while remaining inoffensive to this global company’s clients regardless of where they might be located.

Besides being global, Accenture is also diverse. It provides such services as management consulting, technology and outsourcing. It offers its expertise to companies and governments alike. Accenture wants its clients to be as productive and effective as possible.

A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job in accounting or finance might want to look for a place in Scotland where Accenture set up shop to manage the accounting, finance and support functions for British Petroleum Enterprises in 1991. This was their venture into the world of outsourcing, but certainly not their last. In 1994, they opened an Accenture Technology Lab – formerly known as Centers for Strategic Technology - in Antipolis, France.

A student who is looking for a quality internship that will offer plenty of work should investigate Accenture. As an international company, Accenture has internship opportunities in the United States and abroad and in various majors:

• Customer Contact Solutions
• Credit and Collections Analyst
• Information Services
• Transactions Analyst

Accenture has a fascinating list of job opportunities for an eager, curious student who wants an internship that will complement his education and give him real world experiences to help create an impressive resume. The internship program is a paid summer program that includes a three-day leadership conference that gives the future leaders of tomorrow the skills they need to hone in order to be company managers, recruiters and mentors. Conversion is probably as important to Accenture as it is to most other companies that offer challenging internship programs.

The fascinating list of Accenture job opportunities doesn’t just apply to students looking for internships. Recent college graduates who crave entry level jobs that stimulate the mind and foster a team atmosphere can also give Accenture a try. Accenture has jobs in such diverse areas as:

• Development Analyst
  
• Application Developer
  
• Business Consulting Analyst
  
• Outsourcing Technical Analyst
  
• Clinical Data Management Specialist
  

The list of entry level jobs available to recent college graduates is quite extensive. Accenture covers such a wide range of services that virtually everyone who is looking for an entry level job with a quality company can find what he’s looking for at Accenture. This even holds true for adventurous recent college graduates who aren’t afraid to take their skills and education overseas.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:06 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Corporate Career Site

Job Postings on CollegeRecruiter.com

Vanguard is one of America’s largest investment management companies. It opened in 1929 under the name Power Securities Co. They thrived by making sound investments in stocks and bonds. The primary focus of Vanguard is on mutual funds for both individual and corporate investors. A global company, Vanguard has grown over the years, since it became an independent company under John C. Bogle, to achieve a net worth of more than $900 billion.

The secret to Vanguard’s success is its commitment to the success of its clients. According to the current Chairman and CEO, John Brennan “We were founded on the principle that our sole point of loyalty would be the clients who are our owners. And today, that principle is even more strongly embedded in our culture.” Without such a strong commitment to its clients, Vanguard couldn’t possibly maintain the level of success it has over the past 31 years. A recent college graduate who is looking for entry level employment with a company that bases its success on the success of its clients would do well to apply for a job at Vanguard.

In 1990, Vanguard created the first international stock index funds. The growing interest in mutual funds investment helped facilitate Vanguard’s rapid growth. By the end 2000, almost half of U.S. households were investing in mutual funds, and Vanguard had become the second largest provider of them.

Vanguard has whole host of opportunities for recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs with the potential to become challenging careers:

• Fund Associate
• IT Architect
• Writer – Investment Marketing
• Processing Associate
• Internal Sales Team Manager
• Client Relationship Associate
• Audit Support Associate

Vanguard has many other job opportunities for recent college graduates in various majors who are looking for rewarding entry level positions. If travel is something of interest, Vanguard can accommodate that as well. As Americans continue to live longer, the need and desire to invest in mutual funds will continue grow. More money will be needed for longer periods of time, so any recent college graduate who wants and entry level job in investment should give Vanguard a try.

Vanguard provides amazing opportunities for college students who are looking for quality internships. Their summer undergraduate internships are open to college sophomores and juniors. They are full-time, paid positions that put students right in the middle of regular day-to-day business. The interns become a part of the Vanguard team.

Rising seniors have a chance to participate in one of Vanguard’s “Rotational Specialty Programs.”

As in most companies, especially the most successful ones, Vanguard welcomes students from all major courses of study to participate in its internship programs:

• Information Technology
• Client Service
• Accounting and Finance

• Audit
  
• Recordkeeping
  
• Processing Associate
  

Vanguard internships, like its entry level jobs for recent college graduates, offer challenges and welcome teamwork and innovative ideas that will continue to keep Vanguard in the top 10 list of biggest, most successful mutual fund management companies in the world.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:05 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. Internal Revenue Service

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) came into existence in 1862 when President Abraham Lincoln, along with Congress, enacted an income tax to pay war expenses. A Commissioner of Internal Revenue was appointed to oversee the Bureau of Internal Revenue. A Commissioner of Internal Revenue still presides over the IRS today. It was named the Bureau of Internal Revenue to differentiate it from external forms of revenue, which were obtained through tariffs and duties. Ten years after its enactment, the income tax was repealed. It enjoyed a brief renewal in 1894, but was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court the following year.

Finally, in 1913, the 16th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, granting Congress the right to tax personal income. The first form 1040 made its debut appearance that year. A one percent tax was levied against anyone who earned over $3,000 and a six percent tax against anyone who earned over $500,000. Income tax rates fluctuated radically over the years, jumping to as high as 77 percent during World War I to finance the war. It dropped by more than 50 percent during the postwar years but rose again during the Depression. Congress, during the World War II era, ushered in the use of payroll withholding and quarterly tax payments.

In the 1950s, the Bureau of Internal Revenue changed from a patronage system to one of career professional employees and its name changed to the Internal Revenue Service. Today, only the Commissioner of Internal Revenue and chief counsel are chosen by the president and approved by the Senate.

Today’s IRS is nothing like the one of days gone by. With the Internal Revenue Service Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998, the IRS found itself divided into four components: one to handle large and mid-size businesses, a second to handle small businesses and the self-employed, a third to handle wage and investment tax, and a fourth to handle tax exempt and government entities.

The Internal Revenue Service doesn’t have a formal internship program, but if a college student would like to have an insider’s view of the IRS and how it functions, then applying for a seasonal or temporary position would be his best bet. The seasonal/temporary positions that the IRS offers are as follows:

• Clerk
• Data Transcriber
• Tax Examiner

Although the list of opportunities is small, the possibilities are endless. Helping full-time IRS employees with the day-to-day functions of their jobs could convince a student that a career with the Internal Revenue Service is a good idea.

A recent college graduate looking for an entry level position in finance might want to explore the IRS Web site to see what a job with this leg of the government has to offer. The IRS has an incredible list of job opportunities for recent college graduates. The Web site has a list of the 13 hottest jobs that the IRS has to offer. The following are some of the areas in which a recent college graduate can find an entry level job:

• Accounting/Business/Finance
• Information Technology
• Law Enforcement
• Tax Examiner
• Data Transcriber
• Revenue Agent

The Internal Revenue Service offers students a great way to get acquainted with the inner workings of the business of tax collecting through its seasonal and temporary job opportunities. For recent college graduates who want to pursue careers in business or information technology, the IRS might be worth a try.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:03 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

The Walt Disney Company

When you wish upon a star … you might want to wish for a job with the Walt Disney Company. It is one of the most diverse companies in the United States, maybe even the world.

They have a total of 23 areas of potential employment. The resorts and theme parks here and abroad are only part of the package. Disney is also a part of the American Broadcasting Company, ESPN and various other interests. Any student looking for an internship http://disney.go.com/disneycareers/internships/home.html), especially one that’s paid, can’t go wrong applying at the Walt Disney Company. They have a complete program tailored to graduate and undergraduate students looking for an amazing opportunity. They even have a program for high school students.

Founded in 1923, the Walt Disney Company is one of America’s oldest and best known institutions. It is a part of the American fiber. It started with a dream that Walter Elias Disney had about producing a cartoon series called Alice’s Wonderland. He sold the idea to a distributor in New York named M.J. Winkler. Walt and his brother Roy soon started producing cartoons under the name Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. Roy suggested changing the name to the Walt Disney Studio and that’s been its moniker ever since.

In 1928, Walt Disney created the character we all know as Mickey Mouse. Mickey was a smashing success from the very beginning and a series of cartoons were made featuring the beloved mouse. Following the success of Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney created the Silly Symphonies which contained various types of characters and the Symphonies became a way for Disney’s animators to hone their skills as artists. Already, young entry level employees were being motivated, challenged and inspired.

As the years went by, Disney cartoons grew in popularity. As a result, Walt decided to get his artists together and branch out into the realm of cartoon features. In 1937, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” had its premiere. Several well known favorites like “Pinocchio,” “Fantasia,” “Dumbo” and “Bambi” followed.

In 1950, Walt branched out again, this time into the world of the live action film. His first venture was the movie “Treasure Island.” Wanting to expand his horizons again, Walt created the Davy Crockett television series. Clearly, creativity and a willingness to take professional risks are values that Walt Disney sought to instill in his employees. There’s little doubt that those values are still appreciated today.

The Walt Disney Company has expanded to include so many different forms of entertainment and business that a student could easily find himself as overwhelmed with internship choices as Charley was overwhelmed with choices of candies in Willy Wonka’s Chocolate factory.

Walt Disney, of course, didn’t stop at cartoons, movies and television programs. He went on to develop the Disneyland theme park which opened in 1955, giving parents and children a place to go to have fun and unwind. The Walt Disney company has continued to grow, creating new theme parks in such places France and Japan; they have ventured onto Broadway, creating musical productions of favorite cartoon features like the “The Lion King” and “Beauty and the Beast;” Disney has also created adventure parks like Universal Studios.

In 1996, Disney acquired Capital Cities/ABC and expanded the company’s horizons even further. Then in 1998, they joined the world of vacation cruises. Their Disney Magic and Disney Wonder cruise ships traverse the Caribbean, stopping at Disney resorts along the way.

The Disney Company grows still, building more theme parks in the United States and abroad. They continue to make movies and cartoon feature films, and remain ever in the hearts and minds of children everywhere. If there was ever a team for a college graduate looking for an entry level job to join, then the Disney team is definitely it Disney is equally appreciative of adventurous students looking for rewarding and stimulating internships.

The Walt Disney Company has internships and entry level positions in such diverse area as:

• Administrative Assistant
• Internship – International & Deportes Production
• Manager Sales Operations Training
• Senior Recruiter
• Technology Coordinator
• News Assistant
• Account Executive – WPVI – TV

• Assignment Editor
  
• KLOS-FM Account Executive
  
• Education Presenter Internship-Animal Programs
  

Any student seeking an internship or a recent college graduate looking for an entry level job opportunity with the Walt Disney Company should know that the Disney is broken down into four major business components:

Disney Studio Entertainment

The Studio Entertainment part of the Walt Disney Company is its foundation. All animated features and live action films come from here. This is further divided into several different studios and distributors:

• Walt Disney Pictures
  
• Touchstone Pictures
  
• Hollywood Pictures
  
• Miramax Films
  
• Buena Vista (International film distribution)

• Buena Vista Home Entertainment and Buena Vista Home Entertainment International (Domestic and international distribution of DVDs, etc.)
  
• Buena Vista Theatrical Productions (Broadway musicals)
  
• Buena Vista Music Group (distributor of original music and motion picture soundtracks)
  
• Walt Disney Records
  
• Buena Vista Records
  
• Hollywood Records
  
• Lyric Street Records
  

Disney Parks and Resorts

The first Walt Disney theme park, Disneyland, opened in 1955 thanks to what is now known as Walt Disney Imagineering. As you can see, there is even a place for a recent college graduate who’s looking for an entry level engineering job in the Disney Company. The parks and resorts literally span the globe. The dream of doing an internship overseas could easily come true at the Walt Disney Company:

• Disneyland Resort – Anaheim, CA
• Disney World Resort – Lake Buena Vista, FL
• Tokyo Disney Resort – Urayasu, Chiba
• Disneyland Resort Paris – Marne La Valle, France
• Hong Kong Disneyland – Penny’s Bay, Lantau Island

The resort attractions aren’t limited to the theme parks, of course. The Disney Cruise Line and the Disney Vacation Club resorts are also a part of that, providing relaxation and entertainment for parents and children.

Disney Consumer Products

The Disney Consumer Products leg of the Walt Disney Company got its start in 1929 when Mickey Mouse’s picture was added to a children’s writing tablet. Now, 77 years later, such popular characters as Goofy, Cinderella and Bambi can be seen on clothing, bed linens, dishes and as part of children’s interactive video games. The possibilities for an intern or recent college graduate are virtually endless.

Disney Consumer Products, like Disney’s other areas, is broken down into smaller departments:

• Disney Hardlines

• Disney Softlines
  
• Disney Publishing (the world’s #1 children’s publisher)
  
• Hyperion Books for Children
  
• Disney Press
  
• Disney Editions
  
• Disney Adventures magazine (the world’s #1 children’s magazine)
  
• Buena Vista Games
  
• The Baby Einstein Company
  
• DisneyStore.com
  

Disney Media Networks

Last, but certainly not least, this part of the Walt Disney Company is probably one of the best places for a student who is looking for an internship in the media world. Any college graduate seeking an entry level position in media has a plethora of choices.

The ABC Television Network is at the top of the list of the Media Networks segment and then the list goes on from there to include cable channels and even radio. Overall, ABC operates 10 television stations and 72 radio stations:

• ABC Television Network
  • ABC Entertainment
  • ABC Daytime
  • ABC News
  • ABC Sports
  • ABC Kids
  • Touchstone Television (owned by Disney)
  • Radio Disney
  • ESPN Radio
  • ABC News Radio

• Cable Television Networks
  • ESPN
  • Disney Channel

  • ABC Family
    
  • Toon Disney
    
  • SOAPnet
    
  • Walt Disney Television Animation
    
  • Fox Kids International
    
  • Lifetime Entertainment Services (company equity interest holdings)
    
  • A&E Television Networks (company equity interest holdings)
    
  • E! Networks (company equity interest holdings)
    
  
  

• Buena Vista Television
  
• Buena Vista International Television
  
• Hyperion Books
  
• Walt Disney Internet Group (recently started the Disney Mobile cell phone line designed especially for families.)
  

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:02 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

SunTrust Banks

The origins of SunTrust Bank date back to 1891 in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1893, one of SunTrust’s predecessors, the Commercial Travelers Bank, changed its name to the Trust Company of Georgia and, in 1919, underwrote the Coca-Cola Company. In exchange for this service, the Trust Company was given stock in Coca-Cola. Those shares have split and multiplied to 48.3 million shares, and Coke’s original recipe is locked away in SunTrust’s vault.

SunTrust Banks was formed in 1985 when the Trust Company of Georgia and SunBanks, Inc. merged. A year later, SunTrust expanded its business to create SunTrust Securities and expanded again in 1994 with the creation of SunTrust Capital Markets. SunTrust wanted to be as diversified as possible to serve its business customers.

SunTrust continues to grow through mergers & acquisitions and shows no signs of stopping. SunTrust Banks has 1,695 retail branches, most of which are in the southern states. SunTrust Banks serves individuals, businesses and governments. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job in investment banking should take a look at SunTrust Banks. It’s a full-service bank that provides retail and banking services, trust, mortgage banking, asset management, mutual funds, equipment leasing, insurance and securities underwriting and dealing.

SunTrust sets high standards for its internship program and only the best candidates are offered an opportunity to join SunTrust and thereby learn the ins and outs of banking. SunTrust internships are structured, paid and, for those interns who do well, the first step toward landing an entry level job that could easily become a life-long career. SunTrust Banks offers internship opportunities in these few areas:

• Client Management Corporate Finance
• Debt Capital Markets
• Equity Capital Markets/M&A
• Mortgage

Recent college graduates can also find a place at SunTrust Banks. A recent college graduate who wants an entry level job in investment banking or real estate should give SunTrust Banks a try. It’s a company that seeks to hire a dynamic and diverse work force. The entry level job opportunities for recent college graduates are as follows:

• Business Banking
• Commercial Banking
• Commercial Real Estate
• Client Management Corporate Finance
• Debt Capital Markets Analyst
• Equity Capital Markets/M&A

A recent college graduate who has an interest in mergers and acquisitions should definitely take a look at what SunTrust Banks has to offer. Over the years since one of its first predecessors, Farmers Bank, opened its doors in 1811, SunTrust Banks has been acquiring other institutions and broadening its spectrum of services, all in an effort to better serve its multitude of clients throughout the United States. A student who is looking for a quality internship should consider SunTrust Banks. It offers demanding, but interesting work in a pleasant company culture. What more could an aspiring banker want?

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 7:01 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Raytheon Company

The American Appliance Company was founded in 1922 when former college roommates, Laurence K. Marshall – an engineer, businessman and trained scientist – and Vannevar Bush – a scientist and electrical engineering professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology – teamed up with scientist, Charles G. Smith. Since then, the Raytheon Company has grown into one of America’s leaders in the field of global technology.

The technological advances of the Raytheon Company include designing special microwave surface search radar devices that were used on every U.S. Navy ship during WWII. Their innovations continued with the designing of a single-engine business plane after WWII had ended. For the Apollo 11 mission, Raytheon provided key computer guidance systems and an on-board microwave tube that transmitted radio and television signals back to Earth, bringing America closer to the astronauts and their mission. There are still more innovations to follow and students looking for internships and recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs have the opportunity to be a part of Raytheon’s expansion.

Raytheon has come a long way since inventing glass tubes that allowed radios to be plugged into wall sockets instead of relying solely on battery power. And they are a company that continues to grow by recruiting quality students for internships and by hiring the top college graduates for entry level positions. They are responsible for so many technological advances like early shipboard radar, miniature tubes for hearing aids and the first successful missile guidance system. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in meteorology might be interested to know that Raytheon also developed Terminal Doppler Weather Radar.

Although internships are the most common way for students to gain practical work experience, Raytheon is one of many companies that also offers co-operative education programs to college students looking for challenging complements to their education.

Internships at Raytheon aren’t limited to technology. A student can explore other areas of interest as evidenced by this truncated list of opportunities:

• Finance
• Security
• Software Engineer
• Systems Engineer I
• Electrical Engineer
• Business Development Analyst I

Entry level jobs for recent college graduates also abound at this company that wants its employees to advance as far as they possibly can:

• Electrical Engineer I
• Electrical Engineer II
• Mechanical Engineer
• Aeronautical Engineer II

Raytheon offers a vast selection of entry level engineering jobs for college graduates who want to work in the world of technology, but they provide opportunities in other areas as well. Students who want internships that will stimulate their minds and give them invaluable real world experiences should look to Raytheon for their internships or co-operative education experiences. Once on board as a full-time new hire, there is no limit to how high a recent college graduate can go in the company. Raytheon actually provides training programs for employees who want to advance from entry level to leadership positions.

The next time you go to “pop something into the microwave,” just remember that it exists thanks to the Raytheon company; and while you’re eating your microwave treat, imagine what it would be like to take park in the development of some form of new technology. With an internship or entry level position at Raytheon … the sky’s the limit.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:59 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is part of the United States Department of the Treasury. The Comptroller also oversees the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The OCC was established in 1863 to supervise the workings of national banks and to regulate lending and investments made by national banks. The idea was first put forth in 1861 by Secretary of the Treasury, Salmon P. Chase. He thought the United States should have a system of federally chartered national banks. Each bank would issue currency – something no longer practiced – based on United States bonds the bank held.

Financing the Civil War was another reason the OCC was created. Today, over 1,900 national banks and 51federal branches and agencies of foreign banks on United States soil fall under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

The OCC performs four basic functions:

• “To ensure the safety and soundness of the national banking system
• To foster competition among banks by allowing them to provide new products and services.
• To improve the efficiency and effectiveness of its supervision, especially to reduce the regulatory burden.
• To ensure fair and equal access to financial services to all Americans.”

A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in banking or information technology, might be able to find what he wants at the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The OCC was created primarily to foster faith in the National Banking System and to protect consumers from unlawful practices in business.

As a government agency, the OCC offers a college student looking for an internship or co-operative education program the opportunity to learn about the world of banking and finance while, simultaneously, getting a view of the inner workings of a United States government agency.

The OCC invites rising junior and senior college students to join their Bank Examiner internship program or co-operative education program. A student can choose a schedule that best suits him while getting valuable hands-on training in examining and supervising national banks. The OCC’s co-operative education program is the same, demanding that students be enrolled in a four-year accredited college or university with a business-related major.

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has a lot to offer recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in business or finance. Below are some of the areas where a recent college graduate could find an entry level job with the OCC:

• Economics
• Accounting
• Information Technology
• Legal
• Community Affairs

The OCC offers a generous benefits package along with a highly competitive salary. It’s an agency that prides itself on maintaining excellence and expects the same from its interns and new hires. A college student looking for a quality internship or co-operative education program should consider applying to the OCC. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in business should also take the OCC into consideration. It can offer a career that is both challenging and rewarding.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:58 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

National Instruments

National Instruments, which makes automated test equipment and virtual instrumentation software, was founded in 1976 by James Truchard, Jeff Kodosky and Bill Nowlin. They wanted to have fun, long-lasting, challenging careers that would keep them in Austin, TX. After 30 years, they still provide their employees with a challenging, fun work environment … and they’re still in Austin, TX.

Team work is important to the three engineers who started National Instruments. If a recent college graduate, who is a team player, is looking for an entry level job in computer engineering that could lead to a satisfying career, National Instruments is the place to go.

In 1986, National Instruments revolutionized the world of computerized flowcharting with the invention of LabVIEW software. LabVIEW is used by engineers and scientists in various industries. It has been improved over the 20 years since its creation from being only a desktop instrument control unit, to become “an integrated design, control and test platform for desktop, industrial, embedded and handheld applications.”

Truchard, Kodosky and Nowlin, who more or less started National Instruments in their homes, continue to value fresh ideas that will help their global company to grow even more in order to accommodate the needs and demands of 21st century scientists and engineers. A student in the electrical engineering discipline can look to National Instruments for a quality internship or co-operative education experience.

National Instruments has a diverse list of customers using their virtual instrumentation software. Honyewell, Samsung, Texas Instruments, Toshiba, NASA and the U.S. Air Force are just some of the clients served by Truchard, Kodosky and Nowlin’s company.It’s easy to see that a recent college graduate looking for a challenging entry level job would be wise to consider working for National Instruments.

As a multinational company, National Instruments offers challenging and rewarding internship and co-op positions both in the United States and overseas. What’s most important is that the opportunities offered by National Instruments aren’t limited to engineering:

• Advertising
• Marketing
• Technical Writing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Human Resources
• Sales

Interns aren’t the only ones who can benefit from the diverse selection of opportunities provided by National Instruments. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level position in human resources or accounting would also be welcome in this progressive, international company. National Instruments has many different departments where a recent college graduate can search for employment:

• Legal
  
• Information Technology
  
• Marketing
  
• Research and Development
  
• Manufacturing Engineer

• Field Sales
  

National Instruments prides itself on not only making its company a fun and relaxing place to work, but also a challenging and rewarding place to work. A student who is looking for a quality internship could easily find one with National Instruments. And any recent college graduate seeking an entry level job that could turn into a career, should definitely investigate what National Instruments has to offer because they welcome new perspectives and progressive thinking. National Instruments also provides quality products to its clients and seeks only the most promising candidates for their internship and co-operative education programs.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:57 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Lockheed Martin

The Lockheed Martin Company, based in Bethesda, MD is a leading aerospace manufacturer and advanced technology company. They are also the largest military contractor in the world. The company was formed in 1995 as the result of a merger between the Martin Marietta Corporation and the Lockheed Corporation. A year later, they teamed up with Loral, a defense electronics and systems integration company. Lockheed Martin has its roots primarily in aviation and construction: Lockheed, founded in 1909 by Allan and Malcolm Loughead (who later changed the spelling to Lockheed), was a company that designed airplanes. Glenn L. Martin did the same. American-Marietta Corporation was a leading supplier of building and road construction materials when it merged with Martin to form the Martin Marietta Corporation.

In 1940, Martin introduced the B-26 Marauder, a medium bomber that boasted the best survival rate during World War II. Lockheed produces the first American jet fighter, the XP-80 Shooting Star, which makes its premiere flight in 1944. In 1958, Lockheed creates the first FAA-approved flight data recorder or “black box” that is standard equipment in today’s commercial airplanes.

Lockheed and Martin both contributed heavily to the space program during the 1960’s as well as continuing to design aircraft, missiles, specialized communication devices. But Lockheed didn’t limit itself to airplanes and space exploration. They even built a record-setting underwater research vehicle. Any student looking for an internship in engineering would learn a lot at Lockheed Martin. Entry level engineering positions abound for recent college graduates.

Today’s college graduates and a students looking for internships have an array of choices for employment and experience. These include:

• Software Development Analyst

• Business Process Analyst
  
• Information Assurance Specialist
  
• Intelligence Instructors/Trainers
  
• Information Technology
  
• Corporate Shared Services
  

In the Northeast Region of the United States, these opportunities are available:

• Maritime Systems & Sensors, Syracuse – New York
  
• Maritime Systems & Sensors, Moorestown – New Jersey(listed under Delaware Valley)
  
• Systems Integration, Owego – New York
  
• Missiles and Fire Control, Archbald – Pennsylvania
  

The opportunities offered by Lockheed exist across the entire United States. Summer internships are in such areas as:

• Enterprise Information Systems
• Corporate Shared Services
• Systems Management
• Systems Integration
• Transportation and Security Solutions
• Aeronautics

The list goes on and on for any student who needs a valuable internship experience or a recent college graduate looking for an entry level job at a company that offer a reasonable assumption of stability and challenge. Lockheed Martin was recently voted “The 2nd Best Place to Launch a Career” by Business Week Magazine. Lockheed Martin’s focus on recruiting and mentoring programs helped them that high ranking. In the competitive market of engineering and technology, Lockheed Martin proves that it is a company that is willing to do what it takes to get the highest quality interns and new hires on their winning team.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:56 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

p>Kohl’s Department Stores

Max Kohl started out in the grocery store business. He opened his first store in southeastern Wisconsin in 1946. Sixteen years later, he ventured into the world of retail when he introduced the first Kohl’s department store. Kohl’s was acquired twice over the next four decades but was allowed to keep its name. The family was also allowed to remain at the helm. The department store chain’s first expansion took it beyond Wisconsin’s borders to Illinois and Indiana.

In 1992, Kohl’s went public and expanded even more. By the late 1990s, the mid-Atlantic region was added to its list of locations. By the end of 2000, Kohl’s had 320 stores in 26 states. Kohl’s growth continued and in 2004, California became one of 40 states in which customers were shopping in 637 stores. The northwest region of the United States was Kohl’s next conquest.

Unlike traditional department stores, Kohl’s uses the centralized check out system seen in discount stores and grocery stores. Most Kohl’s department stores are also free standing rather than tucked away inside a mall. Kohl’s provides many of the same products seen in traditional department stores and they even have a beauty line. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in sales or business should view the Kohl’s Web site and join a company that is still growing and reaching more and more customers every day.

Kohl’s has an internship program designed to “jump start” careers that have only the sky as their limit. Like most growing, successful companies, Kohl’s wants highly motivated individuals to be a part of their team. A college student looking for a quality internship should go the Kohl’s campus recruiting page and see when a Kohl’s recruiter will be on campus. A college student could easily find a rewarding internship in one of the following areas:

• Advertising/Marketing
• Human Resources
• Finance
• E-commerce
• Credit

This is just a short list of the areas where a college student looking for an internship that will stimulate his imagination and challenge his intellect might be able to find one. Students can work either in the corporate offices, Kohl’s stores or distribution centers.

Recent college graduates looking for entry level positions in human resources or finance might want to visit the Kohl’s Web site. There are many jobs available at Kohl’s for recent college graduates who want to find entry level jobs that become exciting careers. Some of the jobs available are listed below:

• Purchasing
• Photography
• Finance
• Graphic Arts
• Human Resources

The list of available job opportunities for recent college graduates goes on and on. There’s more to Kohl’s than meets the eye. And the more it grows, the more it needs energetic, lively people to become a part of its team. Kohl’s recruits heavily on college campuses, looking for only the best candidates to help keep its company growing and producing the highest quality merchandise and providing the best service to its customers. If a student is looking for a quality internship, she needs look no further than Kohl’s.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:56 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

p>JP Morgan Chase & Co.

JP Morgan Chase & Co., one of the world’s oldest financial services companies, is also a leader in the fields of investment banking, financial services and others. With more than $1 trillion dollars in assets, JP Morgan Chase & Co. comes in third place behind Bank of America and Citigroup on the list of America’s largest banking institutions. Founded in 1799 by John Pierpont Morgan,I, the company has grown into a firm that serves millions of clients.

JP Morgan Chase & Co. is the result of a merger among several companies dating back to the 1800s. In 1996, The New York Chemical Manufacturing Company, founded in 1823, acquired the Chase Manhattan Company, founded in 1955 and kept the Chase Manhattan name. In 2000, The Chase Manhattan Company acquired J.P. Morgan & Company (formerly known as Drexel, Morgan & Co.) and JP Morgan Chase & Co. was born.

The JP Morgan Company was always a mighty force in the United States. In 1895, JP Morgan Company financed the United States Steel Corporation and gave $62 million in gold to the United States government to help fortify the treasury.

In 1914, Henry P. Davison, a partner in the company, went to England and made a deal with the Bank of England. JP Morgan & Co. underwrote all war bonds for both England and France. Investment in the suppliers of war equipment to England and France further increased the company’s coffers.

1930 brought with it the Glass-Steagall Act, forcing JP Morgan & Co. to choose whether it wanted to operate as a commercial bank or an investment bank. Morgan chose commercial banking. This would last until the late 90s when amendments to the Glass-Steagall Act allowed JP Morgan & Co. to operate as both a commercial bank and as an investment bank.

JP Morgan offers exciting internships for college students who are looking for quality internships. Students can choose to do their summer internships either in the United States or abroad. Of course, a variety of majors are welcome:

• Investment Banking
• Markets
• Asset Management
• Global Credit Risk Management
• Operations, Finance, & Business Management
• Technology

A bright, ambitious college student who wants to do a summer internship that will be memorable and rewarding should give JP Morgan a chance.

This global company offers many opportunities for recent college graduates who want to find entry level positions in the world of banking. With the competition for quality talent increasing as the years go by, JP Morgan Chase & Co. may want to join their contemporaries before they find themselves getting the bottom of the barrel instead of the cream of the crop of new entry level employees.

JP Morgan Chase operates 6 lines of business world wide:

• Retail Financial Services
• Asset and Wealth Management
  • Investment Advisory
  • Brokerage Services
• Treasury and Securities Services
• Card Services
• Investment Banking

JP Morgan Chase & Co. can easily accommodate the needs of recent college graduates looking for entry level employment. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to offer an internship program.

• Teller
• Administrative Assistant
• Report/Application Developer
• Non-Prime Retail Production Assistant

Although JP Morgan Chase & Co. doesn’t have anything to students looking who are looking for quality internships, it does offer a large, international selection of jobs for recent college graduates. In fact, it was ninth on Business Week’s list of “Best Places to Launch a Career.” Despite not having an internship program, JP Morgan Chase & Co. manages to find quality new hires in the form of college athletes. The recruiters feel that college athletes have the mental toughness, physical stamina and competitive attitude needed to handle the intense demands of working on Wall Street.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:55 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is a major global company that provides a variety of services to corporations, governments, financial institutions and “high net-worth individuals.”Anyone looking for and entry level job in the world of business couldn’t choose better than Goldman Sachs. Goldman Sachs was founded in 1869 by immigrant Marcus Goldman in New York. Goldman got his start by buying promissory notes from jeweler’s customers; he then resold them to banks. In 1885, he invited his son-in-law, Samuel Sachs to join him in business and Goldman, Sachs & Co. was born.

The 1930s brought the company into the securities dealing and sales business. After World War II, Goldman Sachs was the leading investment banking company and went on to become a leader in the area of mergers and acquisitions. Anyone looking for an internship or entry level job in finance has a healthy list of choices with Goldman Sachs.

Goldman Sachs established its positive reputation during the 1980’s by not only helping corporations avoid hostile takeovers, but by having a strict policy against initiating hostile takeovers as well. They also help their clients with investments and financial planning. Goldman Sachs continues to grow and remain a leading company with offices in such exotic locations as Hong Kong and Singapore. If a student is looking for an internship abroad or a recent college graduate wants to find an entry level position outside the U.S., Goldman Sachs can accommodate that. It can also offer many professional challenges to a student intern or an entry level investment banker or financial analyst.

Goldman Sachs, which is still one of the world’s leaders in investment banking, is divided into three basic areas of service:

• Investment Banking
• Trading and Principal Investments
• Asset Management and Securities Services

The three core areas are further divided into smaller components:

• Investment Banking
  • Financial Advisory
  • Underwriting

• Trading and Principal Investments
  • Fixed Income
  • Currency and Commodities
  • Equities

  
  

• Asset Management and Securities Services
  

This exciting global company offers tremendous choices for adventurous students looking for internships that will offer challenges and, perhaps, a chance to venture outside of the United States. Goldman Sachs calls internships “short-term positions.” They offer internships in every department of the company that might be of interest. Needless to say, if Goldman Sachs offers such wonderful opportunities to interns, it Surely offers an equally impressive list for entry level college graduates. In fact, those lists are one and the same:

• Equities
• Finance
• Global Investment Research
• Investment Banking
• Legal and Management Controls
• Operations Services
• Technology

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:54 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Federated Department Stores

Federated Department was founded in 1929 when a group of department stores pooled their resources to become one of the largest department store chains in America. It began as a holding company for Abraham & Straus, F&R Lazarus & Company and William Filene’s Sons. Bloomingdales would join a year later.

Federated, which specialized in the sale of clothing, jewelry, house wares and watches, expanded its holdings nationwide. Fred Lazarus, borrowing from the French, started the trend of arranging clothing by size, then color and style and price in that particular size. He went on to convince President Franklin Delano Roosevelt to extend the Christmas shopping season by moving Thanksgiving from the last Thursday in November to the third Thursday in November. According to Lazarus, this move would be good for the nation’s economy. In 1941, an Act of Congress made it a permanent fixture.

Ralph Lazarus took over from his father, Fred, in 1966 and proceeded to devote his life to meeting society’s demands. He gave them more brands and better merchandise and even went on to open discount chains to satisfy the demands for merchandise at a reduced price. Ralph Lazarus expanded Federated’s horizons into real estate development as well with the creation of Federated Stores Realty, thus allowing Ralph to build shopping malls peppered with Federated department stores. By the close of the 1970s, Federated had amassed 364 stores across the United States.

In 1994, Federated acquired Macy’s and in 2003, started changing the names of many of its smaller subsidiary stores to Macy’s. Stores like Bon Marche in Washington state, Kaufmann’s in Pennsylvania and Goldsmith’s in Tennessee all changed their names Macy’s stores. A recent college graduate who is interested in an entry level job in sales might want to take a look at Federated Department Stores as a future employer.

Federated views their internship program as a way for the student and the potential employer to get to know each other, and see whether they would be a good fit. Federated offers internship opportunities in the following business-related areas:

• Buying/Planning
• Management
• Management/Buying Combined

• Product Development
  
• Design
  

A student who is looking for an internship in the exciting world of retail might be interested in looking at the Federated Department Stores Web site.

Entry level job applicants won’t be disappointed either. A recent college graduate who is looking for a career with a dynamic company that is committed to continued growth and expansion will want to take a look at Federated Department Stores. The opportunities Federated has available for recent college graduates are listed below:

• Information Technology
• Accounting
• Construction
• Logistics Management
• Buying/Planning

The possibilities for a career with Federated Department Stores may not be endless, but they certainly are varied. Landing an entry level job in accounting or business management with Federated Department Stores could be the start of a stellar career. An internship with Federated Department Stores might help a student discover the professional love of his life. Who knows, maybe as a Federated employee or intern, a person could find herself helping to coordinate the next Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:53 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car got its start in St. Louis under the name Executive Leasing in 1957. Company founder, Jack Taylor, came up with bright idea of offering cars for leasing instead of buying. Naysayers told him it would never work. Taylor went ahead with his idea and it quickly caught on. Taylor’s philosophy of taking care of his customers and his employees helped Enterprise Rent-A-Car grow into the multibillion dollar company that it is today.

In 1969, the company’s name was changed to Enterprise, honoring the U.S.S. Enterprise aircraft carrier Taylor served on during World War II. Because Taylor believed in allowing his branch managers run their rental offices as if they owned them, one of those managers took the initiative to start picking customers up and bringing them to the car rental agency. This unique personal touch soon spread to other Enterprise branches.

Twenty years after adopting the name Enterprise Leasing, the company, with a net worth of $500,000 million, changed its name again to Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Enterprise branched out in 1993 by opening an agency in Canada. Since then, the company has grown to 340 locations in Canada and 450 throughout the United Kingdom, Germany and Ireland. A student who wants to do an internship abroad might be able to do so through Enterprise Rent-A-Car, as could a recent college graduate who wants to find an entry level management job outside the U.S.

1995 saw the opening of the first on-site location for Enterprise at the Denver International Airport. Since then, Enterprise has opened more that 200 on-site airport locations around the world. This at the request of their valued customers who said they wanted to continue to enjoy Enterprises quality customer care even when they were away from home.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car was voted one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by Fortune Magazine. They followed that up in 2002 by being ranked highest in customer satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates. Apparently, Jack Taylor’s motto of “take care of your customers and employees first and profits follow” still holds true today. And in an effort to continue that pattern of excellence, Enterprise Rent-A-Car wants to attract only the best and brightest for internships and entry level positions.

This international company offers many internship opportunities for students in various fields of study:

• Vehicle Acquisition
• Fleet Services
• Information Technology (St. Louis only)
• Car sales
• Administrative Support

Today, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is now the largest car rental company on the North American continent and hires some 7,000 college students and recent graduates a year, making it the largest corporate employer of college students and recent graduates. Not to worry, enterprising young students and recent college graduates are welcome to explore the car rental business; and the opportunities abound:

• Assistant Management
• Management Trainee
• Group Rental Manager
• Car Sales
• Fleet Services

Those are only a few of the entry level positions offered to recent college graduates at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Any college student looking for an internship that will offer real world experiences to complement their education would be making a good choice with Enterprise.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:52 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Deloitte & Touche

Deloitte & Touche has its roots in the United Kingdom. In 1898, William Welch Deloitte and Scotsman, George A. Touche started individual accounting companies in England before bringing their knowledge and experience “across the pond” to the United States two years later. Despite that, it would be nearly 100 years before the two accounting firms would come together to form Deloitte & Touche.

Although companies in England had been submitting to internal audits by accountants since the 19th century, until the Stock Market Crash of 1929, the United States continued to resist the practice. In 1933, at the insistence of CPA Colonel Arthur Carter, Congress adopted the Securities Act, which made it mandatory for public corporations to perform regular internal audits of their books then submit “independently certified registration statements and periodic reports” to the government. The Securities and Exchange Commission was created a year later to enforce this new legislation.

In 1952, George A. Touche’s company, Touche Ross, pioneered the practice of automated bookkeeping for large accounting firms. From there, Touche Ross went on to ambassador the introduction of computer technology to audits. It’s easy to see that someone looking for an internship or entry level job with Deloitte & Touche doesn’t necessarily have to be an accounting major.

The 1980’s could easily be referred to as the decade of mergers and acquisitions, and before that decade ended, Touche Ross merged with Deloitte Haskins Sells to form Deloitte & Touche. By combining their resources, these two accounting firms became a force to reckon with in the global accounting market.

Today, accounting is one of the leading professions in America, thanks largely to scandals like Enron and Adelphia. The Sarbanes-Oxley Act only increased companies’ needs for skilled accountants. It also generated a renewed interest in the world of certified public accounting. As an international company, Deloitte & Touche clearly states that it seeks only “high-caliber” recruits in every country” to represent it, so if you think you have what it takes, Deloitte & Touche may be worth considering.

An accounting student seeking an internship with a company that services some of the country’s largest corporations would choose wisely if he chose Deloitte & Touche. The same can be said for any college graduate looking for an entry level accounting job.

Deloitte & Touche offers internships year round for students interested in a firsthand look at the world of corporate accounting. On the internship page of their Web site, they give a breakdown of what a student can expect:

• Audit
• Consulting
• Enterprise Risk
• Tax

It appears that every aspect of corporate accounting is covered. But what about recent college graduates looking for the best possible entry level accounting job? Deloitte & Touche has a place for them, too:

• Application Management Associate
• Assistant Securitization Transaction Team

• Business Analyst – Strategy and Operations Consulting
  
• Consultant I – Lead Tax Services
  
• Consultant – Data Quality and Integrity
  

The list of opportunities goes on and on from internships to entry level positions to positions for those with more experience or advanced degrees. There is an amazing amount of information on the Deloitte & Touche Web site and it is well worth the visit for anyone who is serious about pursuing a career in corporate accounting.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:51 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

C.H. Robinson Worldwide

In 1885, Fred Parks Nash opened a confectionary in Dakota Territory. Five years later, Charles H. Robinson moves to North Dakota with his wife, Ida. Six years later, Robinson opens a wholesale brokerage house in Grand Forks, ND.

C.H. Robinson Worldwide got its start as a firm in 1905 when Charles Robinson teamed up with the Fred Parks Nash and his brother, Willis King Nash and the C.H. Robinson produce and general merchandise brokerage became a corporation. In 1919, the corporation’s headquarters were moved to Minneapolis. In 1968, C.H. Robinson opened a subsidiary, Meat Packers Express, and joined the regulated trucking business as a contract carrier.

Although CHR had entered the trucking business, it hadn’t totally abandoned produce brokering, and in 1977, created the Fresh 1 brand for packaging green onions and greens for one of its produce subsidiaries in Arizona. After the Motor Carrier Act deregulated transportation in 1980, C.H. Robinson was able to carry any type of product requiring delivery.

CHR created a Corporate Food Service Division in 1985 and continued to grow and diversify its services. In 1990, C.H. Robinson went air born providing air cargo services to its customers. With the acquisition of C.S. Greene International in 1992, CHR increases its international holdings. With the acquisition of a French carrier company, the following year, C.H. Robinson officially establishes its international presence. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in business can take a look at C.H. Robinson to see what opportunities are available.

C.H. Robinson offers paid internships that allow students to either work full time or part time. CHR looks for students from various majors like liberal arts, communications, finance and accounting. CHR internships offer a competitive salary and a challenging work environment where students are encouraged to share their ideas and work hard to help CHR meet its customers’ needs. Here are some of the areas where a college student might find an internship with CHR:

• Sales
• Information Technology
• Operations
• Logistics

Those are only some of the areas that a college student looking for a quality internship might want to look. Another key point to consider is the fact that C.H. Robinson internships are international, so a college student looking for an exciting internship and an opportunity to travel outside the United States might want to think about doing an internship with C.H. Robinson.

C.H. Robinson has a wonderful list of job opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in sales or any other area. CHR has entry level job opportunities in the following areas:

• Information Technology
• Sales
• Customer Service
• Operations
• Marketing

C.H. Robinson believes in hiring a diverse staff and providing a fun, yet, challenging atmosphere. Recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in information technology will find more than jobs at C.H. Robinson, they will find careers. College students looking for fun, rewarding internships should visit the C.H. Robinson Web site and investigate some of the internship opportunities it provides.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:49 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Bearing Point

Marwick, Mitchell & Co. was formed in 1897. Westinghouse Electric became the first consulting client in 1910. One year later, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. merges with W.B. Peat & Co. and is renamed Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. Those are the humble beginnings of Bearing Point, a global subsidiary of KPMG Consulting.

Over the next several decades, the company grew to become one of the largest consulting firms in the United States in 1981 and in 1987, Peat Marwick International merged with Klynveld, Main, Goerdeler to create KPMG’s predecessor. The firm continued to expand its operations throughout the 1990s as demand for consulting services dramatically increased.

Today, Bearing Point is one of the world’s largest management and technology consulting firms. Based in MacLean, VA, it employees more than 17,000 people. It focuses its practices in public services, financial services and commercial services markets. It’s an international company that provides management and technology strategy, systems design and architecture, applications implementation, network infrastructure, systems integration and managed services to its global client base.

Bearing Point services are designed to help its clients turn a profit and conduct business in a timely manner. As a client driven company, Bearing Point bases its success on the success of its clients. A recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in accounting might want to give Bearing Point some consideration.

Bearing Point offers summer internships for college students looking for summer internships that will be more than filing and photocopying. Interns are incorporated into a team of professionals and encouraged to work with the team to help the client company reach its goals. Bearing Point has internship opportunities in the following areas:

• Information Technology
• Accounting
• Media Relations
• Technical Writing

Bearing Point interns are promised a valuable experience where hands on application of their education will lead them to become high caliber candidates as new hires once they become graduates. Bearing point recruits on campuses around the country and encourages interested students to apply for internships even if they missed Bearing Point’s campus event. Quality candidates won’t be turned away because they missed a get-to-know-you session on campus.

Recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in accounting or business should take a look at Bearing Point. There’s quite an impressive list of openings for a motivated, hard working, team player who wants to have a rewarding career:

• Management Analyst
• Information Technology
• Project Manager
• QA Tester
• Marketing

This is just a small selection of the many jobs available to recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in the field of consulting. Bearing Point wants hard working individuals as new hires and as interns. Client satisfaction is crucial at Bearing Point. If a college student looking for a quality internship or a recent college graduate looking for entry level employment that can become a long-term career applies to Bearing Point, a willingness to go the extra mile to make the client happy is a good attribute to bring to the bargaining table.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:48 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Ameriprise Financial

Ameriprise Financial got its start in 1894 when John Tappan opens a company called in Investors’ Syndicate. In 1949, Tappan changes the company’s name to Investors’ Diversified Services, Inc. In 1984, Investors’ Diversified Services, Inc. was acquired by American Express, which spun off into an independent consulting company called American Express Financial Advisors in 2005. That same year, it was renamed Ameriprise Financial and the country’s fourth largest financial consulting firm was born.

Many Ameriprise Financial clients tend to be high net-worth individuals who desire retirement-related financial planning assistance. Ameriprise Financial provides annuities, insurance and mutual fund consulting. It’s a fast growing company that values its clients and wants to make their financial planning run smoothly.

A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job in finance might want to take a look at Ameriprise Financial. For over 100 years, Ameriprise Financial has been offering financial planning advice that is tailor made for each client because everyone has different needs, and one never knows what the future might bring. With an estimated client base of more than 2.5 million individuals, businesses and institutions, the Ameriprise Financial team of consultants must be doing something right. And a high-caliber recent college graduate who feels up to the challenge is invited to apply.

Ameriprise Financial also provides services to clients in Europe via Threadneedle Asset Management Limited, which was acquired by American Express Financial Corporation in 2003. It’s a company that prides itself on providing the highest quality financial planning assistance both in the United States and abroad.

Ameriprise Financial, which is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, offers job opportunities in more than the financial advisory discipline. Recent college graduates of various majors can look for entry level employment with Ameriprise Financial:

• Client Retention Specialist
• Portfolio Business Analyst
• Human Resources
• Insurance
• Legal
• Media Relations

Ameriprise Financial provides challenging opportunities for students who are looking for quality internships, too. Ameriprise Financial is looking for good students with good grades for its internship program and as new hires. Hard work, imagination and drive are essential traits in a quality intern or new hire at Ameriprise Financial.

Ameriprise Financial offers quality internships to promising students who are willing to work hard and learn all that they can about the world of business. Interns get to work on real projects and their input and ideas are welcomed. Ameriprise Financial is unable accommodate international internship opportunities, but this company offers many opportunities in more than one concentration:

• Accounting and Finance
• Actuarial Science
• Marketing
• Technologies
• Project Management

Ameriprise Financial is looking for the best possible candidates for their internship program because they want only the best recent college graduates as new hires. Ameriprise Financial internships are offered during the summer and for imaginative, hard working students, summer internships can easily be parlayed into exciting entry level jobs after graduation. For recent college graduates who want to experience the challenge of financial consulting, then Ameriprise Financial might be a good place to look for an entry level position.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:46 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Abbott Laboratories

Dr. Wallace C. Abbott founded the Abbott Alkaloidal Company in 1928 when he was 30 years old. He devised a more accurate and effective way to dispense medicines to patients by using the alkaloid or active part of medicinal plants to create tiny pills. Abbott called these pills “dosimetric granules.” This accurate, effective method of dispensing medicines became so popular that Dr. Abbott founded what is now one of the world’s most diverse pharmaceutical and health care companies.

In 1910, Abbott expanded his reach by opening an agency in London. In 1915, Abbott, on the advice of one of his employees, switched from focusing solely on the development of alkaloidal medicines and started researching synthetic medicines. It’s then that Abbott Alkaloidal changes its name to Abbott Laboratories. Abbott’s first synthetic medicine, Chlorazene was heavily used as an antiseptic to clean wounds during World War I.

With the development of Butyn in 1923, Abbott launches its research into the world of sleep-inducing agents. Seven years later, Nembutal, a sedative-hypnotic agent enters the scene. Recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs in pharmaceuticals or medicine will appreciate that Abbott Laboratories is the company that introduced Pentothal in 1936. That same year, they start producing intravenous solutions for use in hospitals. For more than 50 years afterward, Pentothal would be the drug of choice for inducing sleep.

In 1985, Abbott laboratories developed the first HIV blood screening tests. Abbott continues to progress in order to keep up with the rapidly changing world of health care. Because the healthcare field is so competitive, Abbott maintains a diverse workforce. As a global company, Abbott offers many opportunities to recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in healthcare. They have laboratories in such places as Thailand, Germany and Ireland.

In their effort to maintain a competitive edge, Abbott has an internship program to recruit the best possible candidates for future employment. They boast on their Web site that they have one of the best internship programs in the country. They have internship opportunities in such areas as:

• Engineering
• Environmental Health & Safety

• Information Technology
  
• Quality Assurance
  

There is more to Abbott Laboratories than the pharmaceutical and healthcare aspect. A student looking for a quality internship has many choices and an opportunity to receive a competitive salary based on the discipline chosen and the work performed.

Abbott provides the same diversity of choices to recent college graduates who are looking for challenging and rewarding entry level positions:

• Technical Support
  
• Sales
  
• Manufacturing

• Anesthesia Specialist
  
• Production Operator
  
• Engineer
  

The list of entry level jobs available to recent college graduates goes on and on. The positions offered are not just for the United States, but for every country where Abbott has a branch.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:46 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

https://www.wellsfargo.com/careers/

Before becoming Wells Fargo & Co., businessmen Henry Wells of Vermont, William G. Fargo of New York and John Butterfield decided to stop competing with each other and go into to business together. The result of their collaboration was the American Express Company, founded in 1850.

Shortly after forming their company, Wells and Fargo decided to take a chance and move the company out West. In 1852, they opened the Wells, Fargo & Co. in San Francisco. In 1855, Wells Fargo & Co. suffered a brief setback due to the crash of the California banking system. The company survived and moved on to become involved with the Overland Mail system and the Pony Express in particular. The introduction of the telegraph ended that venture and many other inventions, innovations and modernizations came along over the 150 years before Wells Fargo was acquired by Norwest. Its staying power was probably part of its appeal.

Wells Fargo & Co. is the result of an acquisition in 1998 of Wells Fargo & Co. by a Minneapolis-based company called Norwest Corporation. Because Norwest changed its name and moved to its headquarters to San Francisco where Wells Fargo is based, many people misinterpreted this to mean that Wells Fargo had taken over Norwest. Norwest simply wanted to take advantage of Wells Fargo’s more familiar name and their 150 history in business.

Wells Fargo & Co. is more than just a bank these days. It is a financial institution that does business in retail banking, wholesale banking and consumer finance. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in banking will be interested to know that in 1995, Wells Fargo was the first bank to offer its customers online access to their bank accounts.

Wells Fargo & Co. welcomes students of all majors and offers quality, hands-on internships that really put students to work:

• Business Analyst
• Web site and Database Development

• Commercial and Corporate Banking
  
• Real Estate Merchant Banking
  
• Specialized Financial Services
  

Wells Fargo & Co. internships provide mentoring, team-building exercises, workshops and plenty of networking opportunities. A quality internship can definitely be found at Wells Fargo & Co. Former Wells Fargo & Co. interns are given first consideration when returning to apply for entry level jobs after graduation.

Of course, recent college graduates of all majors are welcome to apply for entry level positions at Wells Fargo & Co. They offer many opportunities to motivated individuals looking for careers:

• Customer Service
• Information Technology
• Real Estate
• Internet Services

• Finance
  

A college student who is looking for a rewarding and memorable internship should give Wells Fargo & Co. a try, as should any recent college graduate who wants to find an entry level job that will blossom into a long-term career. According to Diversityinc, in 2006, Wells Fargo & Co. was voted among the top 10 places to work for Latinos. So, if diversity is important to you, then, again, Wells Fargo & Co. is worth considering.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:45 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

UPS

With a $100 loan from a friend, 19-year-old Jim Casey started the American Messenger Company in Seattle, WA in 1907. Six years later, he merged with a man named Evert McCabe and they changed the name of the company to Merchants Parcel Delivery and shifted the focus of their business to packages. They’ve come a long way over the years and they intend to continue growing and trying new ways to serve their customers as quickly and efficiently as possible.

They expanded their horizons, in 1919, beyond the Seattle area and renamed the company United Parcel Service. In 1929, UPS pioneered the use of airplanes to deliver packages. Unfortunately, not enough business was generated to maintain this form of delivery and it went bust. By the 1930s had extended its business to include the East Coast and in 1953, they were back in the business of using airplanes to deliver packages.

UPS stretched its operations across the Atlantic in 1976 when they opened a company in West Germany. UPS has grown considerably since then and any recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job with a global company should most certainly apply for a job with UPS.

With the help of computer technology, packages can be tracked online. The use of such technology creates a demand for recent college graduates in the information technology field. UPS has a plethora of services today like Freight, Air Cargo, Professional Services and even the UPS Store. It’s the largest package delivery company in the world and its trademark brown trucks and uniforms are recognized across the globe.

UPS offers internship and co-operative education opportunities to highly motivated students who are looking for rewarding internships. Since UPS is a global company, the potential for travel abroad also exists. Most importantly, the internships give students the feeling of having a “real job” because they are given a chance to work in such areas as:

• Corporate Treasury
• Instructional Design
• Industrial Engineering

These are just a few of the positions offered to college students looking for quality internship programs. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job that can one day become a long-term career might want to consider UPS. They have a variety of job opportunities and the potential for travel. UPS drenches their employees in benefits like paid vacations and holidays, promotion from within, a variety of shift options and set schedules.

UPS also offers entry level jobs to recent college graduates who are looking for rewarding jobs:

• Export Customs Support Representative
• Inside Sales Representative
• Aircraft Structures Engineer
• Accountant

• Finance Specialist
  

There are many other entry level jobs offered at UPS both in the United States and overseas. A recent college graduate who is looking for and entry level job in engineering or sales should take a look at the UPS Web site. College students who are looking for quality internships could do far worse than to work for Brown.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:44 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. Department of State

The U.S. Department of State or State Department, as it is more commonly known, is a foreign affairs agency overseen by U.S. Secretary of State. This Cabinet-level agency is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and was created in 1789 by Congress when they passed “An Act to provide for the safe keeping of the Acts, Records and Seal of the United States and for other purposes.” It was at that time that the Department of Foreign Affairs was renamed The United States Department of State. The State Department is always looking for energetic young men and women who want the challenge of an exciting job and the honor of working the United States government.

The State Department offers a variety of job opportunities for college graduates seeking entry level government jobs. It also provides an array of choices for students who want quality internships. Although the State Department, at one time, performed many domestic functions, it is now primarily a foreign affairs agency. One of their most important functions is to promote mutual understanding between the U.S. and its foreign allies. Bilingual and multilingual students who seek the adventures of foreign internships can certainly look to the State Department. This is also true for any recent college graduate who desires an entry level job overseas.

Most of the State Department’s internships are unpaid, but they offer students an inside look at how the United States conducts foreign affairs. It also allows students to find out if a career working for the government is for them. The co-operative education program, on the other hand is paid. Students incorporate on-the-job training with their studies, often working full time like an entry level employee.

There are many choices for both foreign and domestic internships with the State Department. Any adventurous student could find an internship with the U.S. Department of State. They encourage students from all majors to apply. Here’s sampling of what a student might do during an internship:

• Visa work
• Writing reports on Human Rights issues
• Arms control
• Research environmental or economic issues

The State Department has career opportunities for college graduates who want to find entry level employment with the government. Interestingly, the Peace Corps, which has for years attracted recent college graduates looking for a way to help those who less fortunate, is a subdivision of the State Department. As with interns, all majors are welcome to apply. Some of the entry level jobs available to college graduates are listed below:

• Entry Level Engineer
• Criminal Investigator
• Information Management
• Economist

Working for the U.S. government isn’t for everyone. But if you want to see what really goes on in Washington, D.C., and not just hear about it or read about it in the news, you should apply for an internship or entry level job with the U.S. Department of State. This is especially true for any recent college graduate who has an interest in an entry level job in diplomatic service. One thing is for sure … it will never be dull.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:43 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

The Progressive Corporation

Two progressive young lawyers, Joseph Lewis and Jack Green wanted motorists to feel safe and protected so they started an insurance company to do just that. In 1937, the Progressive Mutual Insurance Company opened for business. These young pioneers provided the first drive-in claims service and they were the first to allow clients to pay their insurance premiums in installments. This was especially helpful to those who couldn’t afford to make large yearly payments.

After his father’s death in 1955, Peter Lewis joined the company and started looking for ways to help the company continue to grow. He started the Progressive Casualty Company in 1956 so high-risk motorists could enjoy the same protection as those who were more cautious on the road. Continued growth and expansion during the 1960’s spawned the formation of the Progressive Corporation.

The Progressive Corporation grew steadily over the next two decades and by 1987 had amassed over $1 billion in premiums. Progressive lived up to its name by constantly pioneering standards in the insurance industry. One of their most famous, and possibly most popular, innovations was the rate comparison shopping service. Introduced in 1994, it allowed customers to call a toll-free telephone number to check the insurance rates of Progressive and up to three of its competitors. This was an amazing time-saving device for customers because they no longer had to call around to several different agencies to comparison shop for the best insurance agency. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in the insurance industry might want to apply with Progressive.

Progressive has an internship program for college students looking for quality internships that might one day lead to quality careers. Progressive offers internship opportunities in the following areas:

• Computer Science
• Management Information Systems
• Engineering
• Accounting
• Marketing

Progressive boasts that its internship program allows students to do more than shadow regular employees. Progressive interns are assigned projects that are designed to provide them with the practical experience they need to complement their educations. Progressive says it is looking for “highly motivated” students to join the Progressive team and to help keep the company growing throughout the 21st century.

The Progressive Corporation offers many job opportunities for recent college graduates who are looking for entry level positions that will challenge their intellect and afford them the opportunity to apply what they learned in school and during internships. The entry level job opportunities Progressive has to offer recent college graduates are listed below:

• Finance/Accounting
• Human Resources
• Legal
• Marketing

• Sales
  
• PR/Communications
  

Progressive internships provide college students with a chance to learn and grow by giving them real responsibilities and making them a part of the team. For recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs that will become long lasting careers, Progressive may be just the place to go. Progressive offers an array of benefits like tuition assistance for employees who want to continue their education, child care subsidies, on-site medical facilities and even fitness centers.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:42 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Southwest Airlines

What began as small airline, designed only to serve the state of Texas, has grown into the world’s third largest. In 1967, Rollin King and Herb Kelleher wanted to start an airline unlike any other. They offered passengers low fares, short travel times and fun onboard. The idea paid off. Today, over 80 million people travel to 62 cities nationwide every day on Southwest Airlines planes.

Although it was established in 1967, as Air Southwest, it wasn’t until 1970 that the airline was officially able to start business. Three airlines, Braniff, Trans-Texas and Continental, together brought legal action against Air Southwest to prevent its planes from taking flight; but Air Southwest prevailed.

The airline’s first flight occurred on June 18, 1971. That same year, its new moniker was chosen, and Air Southwest became Southwest Airlines. It made commercial airline history when it turned its first profit in 1973 and has every year since then. No other airline has ever achieved such a feat.

Southwest combats high fuel prices through a process called “hedging.” Fuel is purchased for years in advance, thereby helping the airline to weather the storm when fuel price begin to skyrocket. This practice proved especially beneficial after the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, during the Iraq War and after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in engineering or public relations might want to try Southwest Airlines.

Southwest Airlines continues to score high in customer satisfaction ratings. It’s one of the few airlines that maintained profitability post 9/11. The no-frills policy they have maintained since the beginning helped to keep costs down during a time when other airlines had to cut frills just to stay aloft.

A college student looking for a quality internship program should definitely take a look at Southwest Airlines. Southwest seeks self-motivated students who work well either in a group or alone, who have positive attitudes and are committed to providing the best possible customer service to Southwest Airlines customers. Internships are offered during the fall and spring semesters as well as the summer. Below are just some of the internship opportunities Southwest Airlines has to offer:

• Marketing – Promotions
• Public Relations
• Maintenance Engineering
• Finance – Financial Planning
• Dispatch
• Flight Operations

Southwest Airlines is no slouch when it comes to entry level job opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in public relations or marketing. Listed below are some of the opportunities that recent college graduates can find at Southwest:

• Finance
• Internal Audit
• Human Resources
• Engineering
• Marketing
• Technology

Recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that can turn into promising careers should look at what Southwest Airlines has to offer. It’s also a great place for students who are looking for quality internships. One of the bonuses of being a Southwest Airlines intern, besides challenging work and a fun atmosphere, is free travel to anywhere in the United States that Southwest travels.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:41 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Protiviti

Protiviti is an internal audit and business technology consulting firm. It’s considered a leader in helping companies become compliant with such complicated government compliance mandates like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Protiviti, an international company, has a reputation for excellence in consulting.

Protiviti came into being in 2002 when Robert Half International acquired the Arthur Andersen consulting firm. The name is a trademark creation derived out of the company’s mission to be professional, to have integrity, to be independent, and to be proactive. In the four years since its inception, adhering to this mission has helped the company enjoy rapid growth.

Protiviti has more than 2,900 employees in over 50 offices around the world. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in accounting should take a look at Protiviti. This is especially true for those recent college graduates looking for entry level employment abroad.

Protiviti offers a summer internship program that gives students real world experience as consultants. College students looking for quality summer internships will want to look at the Protiviti Web site. Before beginning to work, interns go to a class where they learn everything from interviewing skills to teambuilding. Protiviti also a mentorship program under which each intern is matched up with two full-time employees from the beginning of their internship period in June through its conclusion in August.

Protiviti seeks college students who are creative and motivated. Hard work and team work are a must for anyone desiring a position on Protiviti’s team. Below are a few of the areas in which a college student might find a fulfilling summer internship:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Management Information Systems

In its effort to continue as one of the world’s experts in governmental compliance consulting, Protiviti recruits from some of the top campuses around the country. Notre Dame, Texas A&M, University of Florida and the University of Southern California are just some of the campuses where Protiviti recruits. A college student who is considering a summer internship with Protiviti should visit the Web site and take a look at the campus recruiting schedule.

Attracting the best recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in finance isn’t easy. The market is highly competitive and recent college graduates with internship experience under their belts know they are in high demand. In order to attract new recruits and covert former interns, Protiviti offers generous benefits like tuition assistance, stock incentives, 401(k) and an employee assistance plan that helps employees cope with such expenses as senior care, daycare and legal issues.

Protiviti offers entry level employment for recent college graduates in the following areas:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Management Information Systems

As a global company, Protiviti offers recent college graduates looking for entry level employment in accounting a chance to see the world as well. With offices in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas, recent college graduates have a vast array of location choices. College students looking for challenging summer internships might want to attend one of Protiviti’s next campus visits and see if the world of business consulting is for them.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:40 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Pepsi Bottling Group

The Pepsi Bottling Group (PBG) is the largest bottler of the Pepsi Cola line of beverages; however the noncarbonated drinks that PBG is rapidly gaining ground on the sodas. PBG bottles such well-know noncarbonated drinks as SoBe, Starbucks Frappuchino, Lipton Ice Tea, Tropicana fruit juices and Aquafina bottled water. In fact, Aquafina is the top selling brand of bottled water in the United States.

This multinational company generates more than $11 billion in revenue per year. PBG accounts for approximately 40 percent of the Pepsi Cola products sold worldwide in such countries as Turkey, Mexico, Russia and Greece. Just as Pepsi Bottling Group distributes the top selling water in the U.S., so do they also distribute the top selling bottled water in Mexico, Electropura. PBG is responsible for the distribution of other international brands such as Manzanita Sol, Mirinda flavors, KAS flavors and mixers, Fiesta and Fruko carbonated soft drinks.

PBG bottled products can be found throughout the United States in supermarkets, convenience stores, discount department stores and vending machines. They also account for the fountain drinks purchased in restaurants and other places where fountain drinks are sold.

Pepsi Bottling Group believes in providing quality products to its customers in a timely fashion because as their customers’ businesses grow, PBG grows with them. Quality service generates customer loyalty and PBG strives to grow and serve even more clients around the globe.

A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in sales might want to take a look a Pepsi Bottling Group. Sales and marketing are key areas of concentration for someone who wants to work for PBG.

Pepsi Bottling Group has a wide array of job opportunities for recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs that could easily become satisfying careers:

• Sales
• Operations
• Information Technology
• Human Resources

• Merchandising
  

Pepsi Bottling Group provides many opportunities to recent college graduates who are looking for exciting and challenging entry level positions. Unfortunately, they are not as accommodating to college students who are looking for challenging and exciting internships. Although PBG doesn’t have an internship program, it does recruit heavily from college campuses in such areas as human resources, sales and operations. A recent college graduate who is looking for a quality entry level position in human resources can’t go wrong taking a chance on the Pepsi Bottling Group.

Pepsi Bottling Group enjoys having employees who are innovative and aren’t afraid take calculated risks. Of course, teamwork is important for the company to continue grow. And PBG wants its employees to grow, too, which is why it provides an atmosphere where employees feel comfortable presenting new ideas.

Pepsi Bottling Group’s mission statement is short, sweet and to the point: “We Sell Soda.” That’s all there is to it. They sell more than soda throughout the world, but soda is what they sell best. A college graduate who wants to find an entry level job with a company that has every intention of staying around for a long time to come, should take a look at the Pepsi Bottling Group.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:38 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Careers

John Johnston, moved West to Janesville, WI, a rural area at that time, in 1857 and started a life insurance company, The Mutual Life Insurance Company of the State of Wisconsin. The company struggled at first but manages to hold on and eventually becomes the eighth largest insurance firm in the United States in 1870.

In 1860, the company began granting real estate loans and offering credit in order to help keep the company afloat. In 1862, to accommodate its rapid growth, Northwestern Mutual relocates its offices to Milwaukee. During the Civil War, Northwestern included “war risk” premiums in their life insurance policies for soldiers. If they ventured further south than Kentucky or Virginia and were outside of states loyal to the Union, the soldiers had to pay extra on their policies.

In 1865, the company changes its name to Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company and by 1866 its assets reach the $1 million mark. In 1869, Northwest Mutual introduces the copy press to facilitate making duplicates for customers.

1880 ushers in the hiring of Northwestern Mutual’s first female employee, Lillian Madden. Later that decade, typewriters get added to the list of innovations that make work at Norhtwestern Mutual a little easier. The turn of the century brought some hardship to the company when the sinking of the R.M.S. Titanic, World War I and the Spanish influenza epidemic caused it to lose almost 3,000 policy holders and pay out $8.6 million in claims. Still, Northwestern Mutual continues to thrive and grow. A tradition it has consistently maintained over the years and shows no signs of stopping.

Today, Northwestern Mutual is a diverse financial services company that strives to meet all of its customers’ needs. Its customers regularly give it the highest ratings in satisfaction and Fortune magazine voted it the “Most Admired Company” in its category for 23 years straight. A recent college graduate seeking entry level employment in insurance or finance might want to take a look at what Northwestern Mutual has to offer.

Northwestern Mutual is no slouch when it comes to offering a quality internship program, either. In fact, in the 2006 Vault Guide to Internships, Northwestern Mutual was voted as having one of the top 10 internship programs in the United States. Below are listed some of the opportunities available for students looking for quality internships:

• Accounting
• Consulting
• Sales
• Information Technology

A college student looking for a quality internship program couldn’t go wrong applying at Northwestern Mutual. Northwestern Mutual boasts that 1 out 3 former interns end up as new hires with the company. Yet another good reason to do an internship Northwestern Mutual.

There are many entry level job opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level employment that will eventually become careers. Here are just some of the areas where recent college graduates can find satisfying entry level jobs:

• Investment Specialist
• Information Technology

• Sales
  
• Accounting/Finance
  
• Compliance
  

Northwestern Mutual has a lot offer any highly motivated college student looking for a quality internship or a recent college graduate looking for entry level employment in sales or consulting.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:31 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

U.S. National Aeronautics & Space Administration

Careers

The National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) came into being in the summer of 1958 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the National Aeronautics & Space Act. The United States didn’t want to be surpassed by Russia, which had launched the first man-made satellite into space the previous year.

Wernher von Braun, a German naturalized citizen who moved to the United States after World War II, was largely responsible for some of NASA’s greatest technological advances. He is, today, considered the father of the United States space program.

The United States was in a heated battle with Russia during the Cold War and in 1958, started a program to investigate the possibilities of human space exploration. Alan B. Shepard became the first American in space in 1961 then in 1962 John Glenn became the first American to orbit the Earth. Once it had been established that a human could be safely sent into space and return back again, NASA set its sights on reaching the moon. Today, NASA is exploring ways to one day be able to put a man on Mars.

By 1965, long-term space missions were proved possible and NASA started researching the effects of weightlessness on the human body. Today, NASA knows that weightlessness weakens the bones, a condition that is reversed approximately six months after astronauts return to Earth. NASA has already begun exploring methods to prevent this condition from even occurring. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in aerospace engineering would be wise to take a look at NASA.

NASA offers internships and co-operative education opportunities. NASA’s summer internships are paid and offer college students a chance to what it’s like to be a member of the NASA team. The co-operative education program incorporates on-the-job training with the student’s regular studies. Some of the internship and co-operative education opportunities NASA offers are listed below:

• Accounting
• Aerospace Engineer
• Computer Science
• Meteorology
• Budget Analyst

These are only a small selection of the internships and co-operative education programs that NASA offers. A student looking for a quality internship should definitely consider an internship with NASA.

NASA also provides a long list of entry level jobs for recent college graduates looking to start rewarding careers. All majors are welcome to apply. A brief list of some of those jobs follows:

• Information Technology
• Management and Program Analyst
• Biomedical Engineer
• Flight Systems Safety
• Human Resources

• Accounting
  

It’s easy to see that opportunities at NASA aren’t limited to engineering or research. A student looking for a quality internship or co-operative education program can find one whether he’s an engineering major or a business major. NASA has something for everybody. The same holds true for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs in human resources and information technology. NASA even has a place for recent college graduates who want careers in history. The possibilities are out of this world.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:30 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

MTV Networks

MTV (Music Television) was launched in the summer of 1981. The first song played on this music video formatted station was “Video Killed The Radio Star” by The Buggles. A station devoted to music videos was a risk in those days, but its original Top 40 format quickly caught on. Many artists of the 1980’s and 1990’s became well known thanks to exposure on MTV. Many of those artists did promo spots for the network, shouting its tag line “I want my MTV!!” This phrase was made famous by the band Dire Straits. Their song “Money For Nothing,” which was the first video played on MTV in Europe, featured the artist Sting singing “I want my MTV” at the beginning and end of the song.

MTV coined the phrase VJ (video jockey) as a way to describe the hip young men and women who introduced the videos that were being played, in much the same way as DJs (disc jockeys) introduced songs that were being played on the radio.

In the early days of MTV, videos were pretty primitive, but as the station’s popularity grew, many record companies started hiring directors to film creative, complex videos to complement the artists’ music. A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in broadcasting, might want to take a look at what MTV has to offer.

In 1984, MTV capitalized on its popularity by airing the “MTV Video Music Awards.” The program caught on and in 1992, MTV ventured out a little further by adding a movie awards show that maintained the same hip, modern edge established in the video awards show. In 1985, as MTV’s format switched to include a heavy concentration on heavy metal and rap music, VH1 (Video Hits 1) was introduced. VH1 played more popular, mainstream music. Today, MTV also owns Nickelodeon, which focuses on children’s and family programming. MTV Networks has also added CMT (Country Music Television) and Comedy Central to its portfolio.

By the end of the 1980’s, MTV had all but completely strayed away from the music video format by adding such programming as “The Real World” reality TV show and cartoon programs like “Beavis and Butthead” and “Daria.” Today, MTV, which is aimed at adolescent and young adult viewers, has almost no music formatted programming whatsoever.

MTV Networks has an internship program for students who want to have a quality internship in the entertainment business. MTV promises that students can explore all aspects of the network during their internship:

• Casting – Nickelodeon
• Production/Post Production – Nickelodeon
• Marketing
• Public Affairs
• Finance
• Editorial
• Animation

The list of internship opportunities at MTV Networks is extensive. They have various locations around the United States where students can go to learn about the entertainment business and how it works. Of course, all majors are welcome.

The list of entry level opportunities for recent college graduates looking for jobs in the entertainment industry is equally extensive:

• Broadcast Technician
• Account Manager
• Information Architect
• Sales Assistant
• Human Resources
• Ecommerce
• Business Development

It’s easy to see that MTV Networks has a wide array of entry level job opportunities for recent college graduates who want embark on promising careers in the fast-paced world of broadcasting. Students looking for rewarding internships will also find what they need by going to MTV Networks.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:28 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Lehman Brothers , Inc.

In 1844, the first of the three Lehman brothers, Henry, immigrated to the United States to open a dry goods store in South. By 1850, Henry was joined by Emanuel and Meyer. Together they ran the store, which they called simply Lehman’s. As they noticed the value of cotton, they expanded their business to include trading it. Cotton’s importance migrated from the South to the North and, in 1858, the Lehman brothers followed.

Not ones to stop at simply trading cotton, the Lehman brothers went into trading railroad bonds and extended their services even further to include financial consulting. By the late 1800s they had taken their company global with interests in Europe and Japan. By the end of the century, they had underwritten their first public offering, The International Steam Pump Company.

During the early 1900’s, Lehman Brothers financed such companies as Sears, Roebuck & Co, F.W. Woolworth Company, Gimbel Brothers, Inc. and several other companies that are still in business today. A recent college graduate who likes the world of business underwriting and stock trading might want to consider applying for an entry level job with Lehman Brothers, Inc.

After the stock market crash of 1929, the Lehman brothers survived by creating new ways to invest money. They were the first to use such financing methods as private placement and extending loans to blue chip-borrowers from private lenders. This method turned out to be a win-win situation for the lenders and the borrowers, and it was a win-win-win situation for the Lehman brothers.

Today, Lehman Brothers, Inc. continues to pioneer the world of business lending and underwriting. In 2000, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary, then went on to be the first company to underwrite corporate debt on the Internet.

As a global company, Lehman Brothers, Inc. offers great opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level positions that also offer a chance to travel:

• Audit
• Human Resources
• Investment Banking
• Equity Research
• Operations
• Technology

There are many other possibilities for a recent college graduate looking for an entry level job. The good thing is that Lehman Brothers, Inc. offers a broad spectrum of career opportunities to graduates in a variety of majors.

Recent college graduates aren’t the only ones who can benefit from what Lehman Brothers, Inc. has to offer. They also provide an internship program for students who are looking for a quality internship.

Lehman Brothers, Inc. has two very interesting summer internship programs: the summer analyst program which breaks down into other, more specific categories:

• Investment Banking
• Capital Markets
• Investment Management
• Operations
• Finance
• Information Technology

The other summer internship program involves travel abroad to London. A college student who is looking for a challenging internship and an opportunity for travel might want to take advantage of Lehman Brothers, Inc.’s Europe IT Industrial Placement Program and work with regular employees on such projects as:

 Writing technical specifications  Documenting application changes  Focusing on new developments and maintaining/updating applications for established systems

Lehman Brothers, Inc. provides challenges and hard work to its interns and to its new hires. Those who welcome such challenges and thrive on working hard and learning as much as possible, will definitely want to take a look at Lehman Brothers, Inc.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:27 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

KPMG, LLP

KPMG is an international company that resulted from the 1987 merger of William Barclay Peat & Co. with three other firms. With operations in 144 countries, they are one of the world’s largest professional services companies. The letters in the company name stand for Piet Klynveld of Klynveld Kraayenhof & Co.; William Barclay Peat of William Barclay Peat & Co.; James Marwick of Marwick, Mitchell & Co; and Reinhard Goerdeler of Treuhand-Gesellschaft.

KPMG provides audit, tax and consulting services for some of the world’s largest and best known corporations. General Mills, Hasbro, Sony BMG, Qwest, Murphy Oil, General Electric and Visa International are only some of the many corporations that rely on the expertise of KPMG’s people. Their commitment to excellent customer service began in 1870 when William Barclay Peat opened his firm in London, England.

A recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in accounting and finance would do well to research the offerings at KPMG. This is especially true for recent college graduates who want entry level jobs abroad.

Because they are an international company, KPMG values diversity in their workforce. They “encourage people to be themselves” and work together as a team. They are committed to excellence and any recent college graduate who is dedicated, hardworking and works well with others could easily find and entry level job with KPMG.

KPMG offers a challenging internship program that translates into an offer of full-time employment for those interns who perform well. They don’t limit themselves to only the accounting and finance arena, however. KPMG has internship opportunities in many different disciplines to accommodate a wide range of students:

• Audit and Advisory
• Business Development
• Human Resources
• Information Technology

There are many other areas where a student can search for a quality internship with KPMG. One unique feature on their Web site is an interactive page that helps students match their majors with jobs that are offered at KPMG. It’s worth looking into for any student who wants to have a real world experience during his internship, especially if he wants to have that experience abroad.

Recent college graduates looking for quality entry level jobs have a lot of options to choose from with KPMG:

• Paraprofessional, Computer Forensic
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Audit and Advisory
• Business Development
• Information Technology

KPMG has a lot to offer recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that can become long-term careers. They provide the exciting opportunity to travel overseas, for those who are interested, they provide the challenge of hard work and offer a diverse collection of clients to go along with their diverse collection of bright, innovative employees. Students who are looking for quality internships, both in the United States and overseas, can find what they’re looking for with KPMG. Since the 19th century, KPMG has been providing quality tax, audit and consulting services to their clients and seek only the best possible candidates to help them maintain the high standards and quality performance that have made them the powerhouse financial services institution they are today.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:26 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

p>Grant Thornton

Careers

Twenty-six-year-old Alexander Richardson Grant took a calculated risk in 1924 when he left the security of his job with Ernst & Ernst (Ernst & Young today) to open Alexander Grant & Co. in Chicago. In spite of Grant’s untimely death in 1938, at the age of 40, Alexander Grant & Co. continued to flourish and grow by maintaining Grant’s vision and commitment to leadership.

The 1950s and early 1960s saw tremendous growth for Alexander Grant & Co. and by the end of the decade, the company had decided to expanded it holdings across the Atlantic and beyond. Under the leadership of Wallace E. Olson, Alexander Grant & Co. combined with firms from Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia to form Alexander Grant Tansley Witt.

Ten years after its first merger, Alexander Grant Tansley Witt joined it forces with 49 other accounting firms and Grant Thornton International was the result. Finally, in 1986, Grant Thornton International became simply Grant Thornton. Today Grant Thornton is only one of six companies of its kind in the world. This accounting, tax and business advisory company has firms in 110 countries around the globe, 49 of which are right here in the United States. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level position in accounting or finance should consider Grant Thornton.

Grant Thornton has a paid internship program that is designed to teach students what it’s like to work in the real world in a team-work atmosphere. A student who is looking for a quality internship can choose between either a spring or summer internship program with Grant Thornton. The internship offerings at Grant Thornton are listed below:

• Tax
• Assurance
• Business Advisory Services

An internship in Assurance could see a student performing such tasks as inventory, fixed assets, reviewing and auditing business transaction cycles, research assurance issues utilizing a database, and much more. A student who wants a truly hands-on internship experience should definitely consider doing an internship with Grant Thornton. Grant Thornton often hires promising former interns as new hires, yet another reason to do an internship with Grant Thornton if accounting, finance and the world of tax audits are the right career choice.

Grant Thornton also offers entry level positions in the tax, assurance and business advisory areas for recent college graduates. Since Grant Thornton is a global company, a recent college graduate who also wants to experience life in another country can take a look at what Grant Thornton has to offer:

• Audit
• Accounting
• International Tax Services
• Valuation Services

Grant Thornton was voted as one of the 100 best companies to work for by Working Mother Magazine in 2006. That’s an important to recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs with companies that appreciate what women have to offer not only professionally but to the overall company culture as well. Grant Thornton appreciates all of its employees and is committed to their growth as much as it is committed to its own growth. A student who wants to do an internship with a company that has great potential as a future employer should consider an internship with Grant Thornton.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:25 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

General Electric

In 1876, Thomas Alva Edison invented the incandescent light bulb. In 1892, Edison merged with his competitor, the Thomson-Houston Company to form the Edison General Electric Company, which we now know as the General Electric Company. Because of Edison’s experiments with plastic filaments for light bulbs in 1893, by 1930, the company had a plastics department.

General Electric offerings such as lighting, transportation, industrial products and medical equipment are still in use today. It’s thanks to Edison that electric fans were invented sooner rather than later in U.S. history. Something a lot of people might not know about the General Electric Company, commonly known as GE, is that it was one of the largest computer companies during the 1960s.

General Electric continued to grow and expand over the years. They have Global Research centers in China, India and Germany, as well as in the United States. They employ a whole host people from various fields of study like mathematics, chemistry, computer science and system engineering. The list goes on, of course, as they branch out into the future in such fields as nanotechnology, artificial intelligence and molecular imaging. It’s no surprise that two of GE’s past researchers were Nobel Winners.

It is easy to see that a recent college graduate, looking for an entry level job, would be wise to choose GE. General Electric has grown over the years into a major, multinational conglomerate with a vast array of subsidiary companies, not the least of which is NBC Universal. Like Disney, but not as large, GE is broken down into smaller subdivisions:

• GE Commercial Finance
  • Capital Solutions
  • Corporate Financial Services
  • Healthcare Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Real Estate

• GE Infrastructure
  • Aviation
  • Aviation Financial Services (GECAS)
  • Energy
  • Energy Financial Services
  • Oil & Gas
  • Rail
  • Water

• GE Healthcare

• Advanced Materials
  • Advanced Materials
  • Consumer & Industrial

  • Equipment Services
    
  • GE Fanuc Automation
    
  • Inspection Technologies
    
  • Plastics
    
  • Security
    
  • Sensing
    
  
  

• GE Money
  
  • Credit Cards
    
  • Retail Sales Finance Programs
    
  • Home Loans
    
  • Personal Loans
    
  • Motor Loans and Leases
    
  • Corporate Cards
    
  • Credit Insurance
    

• NBC Universal
  
  • Network
    
  • Film
    
  • Television Stations
    
  • Entertainment Cable
    
  • Television Production
    
  • Sports/Olympic Games
    
  • Theme Parks
    
  
  

GE offers an enormous amount of choices to students who are looking for internships or co-operative education opportunities not only because they have so many subdivisions but because they are a global company as well. This provides them with the chance to have two real world experiences at one time. GE has internship opportunities around the world:

• Human Resources
• Marketing and Communications
• Global Services
• Manufacturing

GE is also a fountainhead of global opportunities for any recent graduate looking for an entry level job with an exciting, growth oriented company:

• Biomedical Technician I
• Electrical Design Engineer
• Inside Sales Representative
• News Associate-CNBC.com

The list of opportunities for students who want quality internships and for recent college graduates who are looking for entry level jobs that can turn into careers goes on and on. Is it at all surprising that Fortune Magazine voted General Electric The Most Admired Company in America in March of 2006? It’s not when one considers that like a feather, GE will change direction with the wind as needed, realizing that change is a part of life and making the best of things, even when they seem bad, is the only way to grow and progress.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:24 PM | Leave a Comment (1)

p>Exelon

Exelon Corporation was created in 2000 with the merger of PECO Energy of Philadelphia and Commonwealth Edison of Chicago. It’s one of America’s largest electric utility companies. The Chicago-based company also supplies natural gas to almost half a million Philadelphia-area residents. Exelon generates, distributes and markets utilities. Although its primary service area is in Pennsylvania and Illinois, it also reaches areas in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic.

Striving to remain reliable to its customers, Exelon has a diverse staff that contributes to the company’s drive to continually reinvent itself and extend its service reach. A highly motivated recent college graduate looking for an entry level job in marketing should take a look at Exelon. This is a company that clearly intends to continue expanding its horizons as far as they will go.

There’s a great deal of controversy surrounding the use of nuclear energy, but Exelon has maintained full or partial ownership of 19 nuclear reactors in 11 nuclear power plants since 1995. Exelon strives to be environmentally safe by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and obtaining certification for its environmental management system implemented at five of its plants.

Exelon received top honors from Fortune magazine in 2005 on the magazine's list of America's Most Admired Companies, and Forbes voted Exelon the number one utility company on its 2005 list of best manages companies. Clearly, recent college graduates looking for entry level employment will want to consider Exelon because a company is well managed.

This utility company has both internship and co-operative education programs for the summer. The programs are centered around Exelon’s Philadelphia and Chicago service locations. Exelon offers internship and co-operative education opportunities in the following areas:

• Engineering
• Accounting
• Finance
• Management
• Operations
• Human Resources

Those are just some of the areas in which innovative college students looking for interesting internships or co-operative education programs can apply. Exelon recruits at many colleges and universities in the United States. It's so committed to hiring the best and brightest candidates for its company that Exelon even offers scholarships through universities like Drexel, Purdue and the University of Illinois. Scholarships are available to junior engineering students in any discipline. In addition, scholarship recipients are eligible to apply for internships and co-ops.

The Exelon commitment to diversity naturally extends to hiring recent college graduates looking for entry level employment. Of course, the list below illustrates that engineering is not the only area where a recent college graduate can find rewarding entry level employment:

• Finance
• Information Technology
• Engineering
• Accounting
• Maintenance

• Customer Service
  

Above are only some of the amazing opportunities for recent college graduates looking for entry level jobs that can become long lasting careers. Exelon believes in diversity, rewarding employees with benefits like paid time off and tuition reimbursement, and great customer service. College students looking for internships or co-operative education opportunities should look at Exelon.

Posted by Shawn Augustson, CollegeRecruiter.com on March 19, 2007 at 6:23 PM | Leave a Comment (0)

Eli Lilly & Co.

In 1876, Civil War veteran Colonel Eli Lilly, opened his pharmaceutical business in Indianapolis, IN. Frustrated with the poor quality of medicines in his day, Lilly set out to improve the quality of medicine preparation and to test and research newer, better ways to provide quality medicines to the public as well. Ten years after opening his business, Lilly hired a chemist who served as a full-time scientist, devoted to improving conducting such research. As a result, his business flourished and grew.

During the early 1920’s, Lilly collaborated with Frederick Banting and Charles Best of the University of Toronto and found a way to make insulin more effective. This led to the introduction in 1923 of Iletin, the first commercially available insulin in the world. Because of Lilly’s success, diabetes diagnosis was no longer considered an automatic death sentence.

Lilly wanted to be certain that people were receiving the highest quality medicines available and maintaining that tradition is what has kept this research-based company at the top of its game 130 years. A recent college graduate with a degree in chemistry might want to consider an entry level job with Eli Lilly & Co. It’s a global pharmaceutical giant responsible for bringing the world such medicines as Prozac®, for the treatment of clinical depression and Methadone, which is commonly used to treat heroin and other opioid addictions.

Eli Lilly & Co. provides an array of choices for students looking for quality internships. Areas of concentration are not limited to chemistry or biology. Virtually all majors are represented in Lilly’s list of internship offerings:

• Sales
• Biology
• Chemical/Mechanical Engineering
• Human Resources
• Marketing
• Organic Chemistry

Eli Lilly & Co. values its employees and welcomes fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. The only way the company can continue to grow and advance as society’s demands for better, more effective medicines increases is by hiring people who aren’t afraid to take chances and who are willing go the extra mile toward maintaining Lilly’s high standard of quality. A recent college graduate who is looking for an entry level job in a company that fosters employee growth will want to apply to Eli Lilly & Co.

Entry level positions for recent college graduates abound at Eli Lilly & Co. Various majors are represented. Perhaps one of the key majors represented is human resources. Through this department, Eli Lilly & Co. recru