Industry
Consulting
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
A Core Analyst School helps prepare incoming college graduates with the skills that they will need on their first assignments. And green incentives, you ask? The company's US Eco program builds employee environmental awareness, and it aims to help reduce individual and collective environmental impact.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
1050/200
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Management Consulting and Integrated Market Analyst
Systems Integration and Technology Analyst
Strategy Business Analyst
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Mentoring: Assigned a Career Counselor, who guides the employee in assessing his/her skills, interests, and experiences - shaping realistic career goals
Training: Core training, work-group training; job-readiness training, etc.
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
New hires can go up the ladder in what Accenture calls "aggressive progression" — recognizing top performance, training and skill development. Recent college hires joining their consulting workforce spend their first five weeks in training. Accenture takes a great interest in how the careers of recent college hires develop, and provide support to ensure they are building the right skills in the right areas. During the last couple years, Accenture invested some $800 million annually and approximately 12 million hours in educating its people The defined career path is: Analyst, Consultant, Manager, Senior Manager, and Senior Executive.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Telecommuting
Flex Time
Transportation/parking subsidies
Relocation
Wellness Program (includes gym membership discounts, Athletic Minded-Travelers Network and an Ergonomics Program)
Website
campusconnection.accenture.com
Industry
Technology
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Besides tuition reimbursement, and green incentives, this company has its Professional and Learning Development programs going for it too - even earning them a few awards.
And if that's not enough, they'll consider your work/life balance to be a priority too.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
500/165
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Associate Consultant
Business Analyst
Technical Analyst
Engineering Analyst
Data Analyst
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Entry-level Leadership
Development Program: Sponsored by CSC's North America Public Sector, rotates qualified graduates through four functional Finance & Accounting business areas, over a two-year period
The BRIDGE program assimilates recent college graduates to the firm
easing their transition from school to the corporate world by
developing them in their functional areas and assisting in career
progression.
The Recent Graduate Network (RGN) is an internal networking
organization, which is run by recent graduates. The RGN gives our
newly hired professionals a chance to bolster their resumes and
networks; manage their own projects; and have some fun, too, with social
and charitable events, plus a Facebook site.
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
All employees have the freedom to chart their own career path, as well as exceptional mobility throughout the company. Professional development is viewed as a corporate responsibility —
a strategic investment in all employees, and the company's future. Several learning programs are offered, as well as an outstanding career development system with many opportunities to help all
employees reach their potential. CSC has won many awards, including the BEST Award (given by the American Society for Training & Development), for its global learning and development
programs. All employees are encouraged to take the lead in achieving their career goals through a formal development planning process.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Telecommuting
Flex time
Green incentives
Service Awards
Continuing education/training
Tuition reimbursement
Life-management program
Employee discount program
Generous/innovative reward and recognition programs
Website
csc.com/careers
Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
They've got benefits, they've got career growth, they've got company culture — and hey, they'll even throw in some free videogames, movie premieres, and discounts too. How about a company game of dodgeball or kickball?
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
300/300
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Game Designer
Software Engineer
Technical Artist
Computer Graphic Artist
Available Employee Training Program(s)
GRAD (Graduate Road Advanced Development) Program: Provides career development, interaction with senior leaders through a speakers-series, financial seminars, and access to attend outside lectures
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
New hires start out as software engineers, and move into leadership roles, after shipping their first or second game.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Free videogames
Onsite gyms (complimentary), including soccer/basketball/dodge ball/kickball teams
Free movie premieres for any games they are developing in partnership
All new grads and interns work directly on game development teams, and get their names in the credits of the game
Discounts on game consoles and speaker series
Website
jobs.ea.com/students
Industry
Hospitality
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Plenty of employee discounts available, and the total commitment to hiring Gen Y - successful on all fronts!
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
8,500/2,200
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Management Trainee
Analyst
Claims Representative
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Leadership Development Program
Mentoring
On the job training
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
There is a promote-from-within policy: Within nine months to one year, management trainees are typically eligible for promotion and the opportunity to help run the rental branch as if it were their own business, including sharing in the profits they help create.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Discounts on rental cars, gym, daycare, electronic equipment, etc.
Website
enterprise.com/careers
Industry
Insurance
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
The company's structured and competitive Leadership Development programs allow the hire to work alongside with management.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
250/50
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Product Management Analyst
Process Analyst
Business Analyst
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Rotational Insurance Programs
Continuing Education Programs
Leadership Development
Mentoring: Work one-on-one with Senior Executives
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
The goal is to place recent hires in a position of significant responsibility, within business operations, so that the opportunity to get hands on learning is offered, as well as experience, and job shadowing. GEICO will provide onsite insurance classes, supervisor preparation courses, and online training through GEICO University. GEICO fosters an environment where they encourage promotions from within, in fact, in 2008, approximately 25% of their work force received a promotion.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
401(k) and Profit Sharing Program
Medical and Dental Coverage
Paid vacation, holidays and leave programs
GEICO Corporate Community Citizens (GCCC) program - associates contribute to, and participate in, a variety of socially responsible activities.
Website
http://geico.jobs
Industry
Hospitality
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
This company takes great pride in its Corporate Management Trainee program (CMT). It's highly regarded in the industry and part of their company culture, retaining on average more than 90 percent of CMT participants.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
150/100
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Corporate Management Trainee
Assistant Manager
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Nine-week rotation
Mentoring
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
Upon completing a nine-week rotational period program, employees are placed into an assistant manager role. They have a mentor, complete projects, and participate along side a management team.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
12 complimentary hotel nights
YouTube projects
Relocation
Tuition reimbursement
Website
http://explorehyatt.jobs
Industry
Insurance
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Great training programs and a commitment to "promoting from within" — several senior managers got their start in entry-level roles.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
850/400
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Financial Analyst
Sales Representative
IS Analyst
Claims Representative
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Six-week to two-month general company orientation
Functional, online, and technical training program
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
All college positions build towards managerial roles.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
100% tuition reimbursement
Generous 401k match
Incentive programs
Website
www.libertymutualgroup.com/lookinside
Industry
Healthcare Consulting/Accounting
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Unique community and team-building initiatives are a priority for building morale at this company. An example is that new and existing employees attend fun social events such as Phillies or Orioles baseball games, and/or other events to get to know the entire team.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
50-60/5-10
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Healthcare Financial Consultant
Entry Level Programmer
Entry Level Analyst
Inside Sales
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Leadership Development Program
Mentoring
Healthcare Regulatory Compliance Training
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
The goal is to build the Management team from the bottom up, so all entry-level consultants are added right into the field with actual clients during their first year. In as early as two years they can be promoted to a Senior Consultant, then to a Supervisor, and then to a Manager. All Supervisors and many Managers started out as entry-level consultants, right out of college. One of McBee's Principals actually began as an entry level consultant and is now an owner in the firm.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Reimbursement for continuing education
Entry-level professionals performance evaluations occur biannually for the first two years, with a chance for salary increase
Website
www.mcbeeassociates.com/opportunity
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Over 80 percent of the firm started right after college, and the four-year retention rate is quadruple the industry average. And the benefits like flex time and tuition reimbursement aren't so shabby either!
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
100/50
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Financial Advisor
Client Relationship Coordinator
Office Manager
Practice Coordinator
New Business Processor
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Ongoing Classroom Training: First four months in North Star Academy, then 36 months are spent in our Career Development Program where they are partnered with a mentor, and have access to experienced leaders within the organization
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Flex time
Telecommuting
Tuition reimbursement
Website
www.northstarfinancialcareers.com
Industry
Defense
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
There is an active community outreach program, with a variety of opportunities to pursue philanthropic interests - within local communities, and larger charitable organizations.
There's also the flexibility at some offices to have every other Friday off!
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
1,500/1,000
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Electrical Engineer
Software Developer/Engineer
Systems Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Finance and Accounting Positions
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Connect1NG: Supporting new recent grad employees transition to work life
Mentoring
Rotational programs
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
There is internal movement, with the possibility to move up.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Tuition reimbursement
Flex time
Some locations offer a 9/80 work schedule, and the opportunity that enables employees to have every other Friday off
Website
careers.northropgrumman.com/college
Industry
Government
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
This organization is extremely mission-driven — with some amazing benefits to boot, including significant vacation time and helping the development needs of the country of service.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
3,500/
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Peace Corps Volunteer
Available Employee Training Program(s)
In-country training for three months
Two-year volunteer program
Learn technical, language and cross-cultural experiential leadership skills
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
After a 27-month assignment, many volunteers go onto graduate school, can qualify for a Fellow USA scholarship, and get special consideration for one year with governmental agencies.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Life changing experience that allows you to help other people
24 vacation days so that you can travel your country of service, and around that part of the world
Website
www.peacecorps.gov/application
Industry
Telecommunications
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
A New Grad program that gives recent grads their own networking events, outings, and team building exercises. And if you start out here with an internship and then accept a full-time position before the end, you'll receive 25 percent of your original stock grant.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
400-500/900
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Engineer
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Career counselors
Mentoring
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
Opportunities to grow are encouraged. The Career Exploration team helps employees find new opportunities at the company.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Relocation assistance
Telecommuting
Flex time
Intern rollover stock offer (students who accept an offer before the end of their internship will receive an additional 25% of their original stock grant)
Health clinic
Green incentives
Website
www.qualcomm.com/careers
Industry
Energy
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Opportunity to work for an industry leader in a booming sector, comprehensive training program and chance to live in a lot of different places!
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)500/60
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Field Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Petrochemical Engineer
Available Employee Training Program(s)
36-month training program: to prepare for first management job in different areas
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
After completing the training program, a new hire could move into operations, personnel, marketing or a technical functional area.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Travel to training centers around the world as part of development program
Tuition reimbursement
Website
www.slb.com/careers
Industry
Manufacturing/Distribution/Retail
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Their training program(s) and career path. Not to mention...they're green! They recycle, use biodiesel and energy-efficient systems at plants, as well as sustainable raw materials.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
800/365
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Management/Sales Trainee
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Six-week management/sales training program
Ongoing training and job certifications
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
After completing the training program, a new hire could become Assistant Manager in a paint store. One year after that, the employee could be placed as a Store Manager or Sales Representative.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Internal promotion rate of 93 percent
Pension plan, plus 100 percent 401k match to 6 percent
Website
www.sherwin.com/mtp
Industry
Hospitality
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Besides their standard benefits and green incentives, the Sodexo Foundation has provided more than $2 million in grants to organizations that are working to break the cycle of poverty.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
1,800/80
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Food Services Manager
Environmental Services Manager
Dietitian
Engineer/Facilities Manager
Accountant
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Mentoring: Work one-on-one with Senior Executives, as well as rotations
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
Recent hires may be hired directly into a permanent position where they can begin their careers immediately, with the option of working as a Resource Manager. This is a temporary full-time position with all of the benefits of a permanent position. Resource Managers travel and work in short-term increments at various accounts within a region. Working as a Resource Manager affords the new hire the opportunity to get exposure to different operating environments, while at the same time looking for a permanent position. It is a time of exploration — a time to discover what to do within the company.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Flextime
Green Incentives
Telecommuting
Website
www.sodexousa.com
Industry
Retail
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
They excel in training, social causes, green incentives, professional development, and more. The company gives $3 million each week to social causes and encourages team members to serve their communities as well.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
1,800/1,600
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Store Leadership
Merchandising
Distribution
Technology
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Six-week to six-month leader development program
45 professional development classes each semester
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
Defined career paths by area, enables multiple career paths within the company.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Fun musical and fashion events
Year-long talent development program
Website
www.target.com/careers
Industry
Insurance
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
Their Professional Development program and Leadership Model encourages such growth. Employees contribute to Career Quest, an internal site to create and share their individual future plans and goals.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
500/65
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Pricing Analyst
Actuarial Analyst
Claims Adjuster Trainee
IT Applications Programmer
IT QAA Associate
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Mentoring Rotation
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
The company uses a Leadership Model that encourages and promotes professional growth, based on skills. They also feature an internal site called Career Quest, which has been visited thousands of times, and nearly 14,000 people have created individual development plans to help shape their futures within Progressive.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Onsite fitness center and media centers at some locations
Gain sharing bonuses (similar to profit sharing)
Website
jobs.progressive.com
Industry
Retail
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
12-week training program starts you on your way to becoming a buyer for TJ Maxx, Marshalls or one of the other TJX companies!
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
50/10
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Allocation Analyst/Merchandising
Available Employee Training Program(s)
Merchandising Training Program: Where you learn about the off-price industry
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
The ability to be promoted from Allocation Analyst, to Buyer.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
On-site fitness centers, golf range and weekly concert ticket raffles commitment to green — energy efficient lighting in their stores, and recycles paper products.
Website
www.tjx.com/cmtp
Industry
Financial Services
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
An ongoing Talent Development program, and a commitment to community service — all employees get four hours of paid time each month to volunteer to give back to their communities.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
250/50
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Investment Banking Analyst
Staff Auditor
IT Associate
Finance Associate
Available Employee Training Program(s)
12- to 24-month talent development program
Rotations available, in some business units
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
After completing the talent development program, employees take on a permanent position, within a business unit.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
A 401(k) match up to 6 percent
Employee resource networks to further careers (women, African Americans and military personnel)
Website
www.wachovia.com/careers
Industry
Consulting
Why Did This Company Stand Out?
There's a great culture, unique hands-on experience, and many different growth opportunities.
Expected # of Recent College Grads to Hire in 2009 (Full-Time/Intern)
300/50
Primary Job Function(s) Filled by Recent College Grads
Business Associate
Business Information Specialist
Operations Research Analyst
Software Developer
Consultant
Available Employee Training Program(s)
75-100 hours first year New employee orientation seminars
New employee orientation seminars
Defined Career Path for Recent College Grads
There is a flat organizational structure (with only 6 levels in the firm). Based on performance against an objective competency model, new hires can progress from one level to the next, in two to three years. The levels are: Associate, Associate Consultant, Consultant, Manager, Associate Principal, and Principal.
Unique Employee Benefits & Perks
Relocation assistance
Company outings
Retirement benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Website
www.zsassociates.com/careers
NOTE: Profiles and data were collected in Dec., 2008.
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