Melida MartinezMelida MartinezNational RecruiterNational Recruiter

What Do You What Do You Think?Think?• How long does it take a person to

find a job after graduation?

• What percentage of employers say they prefer a candidate with work experience?

• The average INROADS retail intern who gets hired as a store manager achieves a six-figure salary by what age?

• INROADS is ranked by The Princeton Review and Vault as one of America’s Top Ten Internships. How long do you think INROADS has held this distinction?

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The Mission of INROADSThe Mission of INROADS

To develop and place talented minority youth in business and industry, and

prepare them for corporate and community leadership.

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History of INROADSHistory of INROADS

Founded in 1970Founded in 1970By Frank C. CarrBy Frank C. Carr

INROADS ThenINROADS Then

1 Office (Chicago)

17 Corporate Sponsors

25 Interns

INROADS NowINROADS Now

50 Offices(3 International)

500+ Corporate Sponsors

4,600 Interns

21,000 Alumni

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INROADS PartnersINROADS Partners

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Hiring SuccessHiring Success

• 86% of May 2006 Graduates who received an offer from their sponsor accepted their offer

• 61% of May 2006 Graduates went to work for INROADS Sponsors

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Vault.comVault.comTop 10 Internships in AmericaTop 10 Internships in America

Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

Apple ComputerBoeingCentral Intelligence AgencyDeloitteElectronic ArtsExxonMobil

INROADS, Inc.INROADS, Inc.Northwestern Mutual Financial

NetworkSupreme Court of the United States

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The INROADS Experience The INROADS Experience

Sonia Arizona State University Business in Supply Chain Management Phelps Dodge Corporation Global Supply Chain Management Department

“I conducted eight bid events and saved $131,704, which equates to 47% in savings for the department – and the company.”

TinoClark Atlanta UniversityBusiness Administration/FinanceGE Capital Card ServicesConsumer Life Cycle Department

"INROADS gives you the chance to develop skills and master lessons that you cannot learn in a classroom."

TimFlorida A&M University Business Administration and Finance Bank of America

“My experience has been immeasurable and because INROADS provides the necessary models of training for survival in corporate America, I can truly say that I loved every moment.”

Liz-AnnUniversity of FloridaBusiness Administration Pfizer Field Sales

”INROADS has shown me that I am my own greatest investment. The more that I put into it now, the more lucrative my future will be.”

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WHAT’S in it for YOU?WHAT’S in it for YOU?

Paid Internship Experience

Increased potential for full-time hire after graduation because of EXPERIENCE

Year-Round Staff Support

Corporate Mentorship

Leadership/Professional Development & Training

Competitive Pay & Challenging Assignments

Exposure to Senior Professionals

Industry Access

Career Guidance and Support; FREE Tutoring

Enhanced Business/Industry Knowledge and Professionalism

INROADS PROCESS OFFERS YOUR BENEFIT!!!

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TimelineTimelineComplete Application & Candidate Prep Sessions August 1 – May 31

Corporate Interviews August 1 – April 30

Internships Begin May - August

Local Professional Development/Training June - July

National Day of Service July 26

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The The INROADS INROADS Success StorySuccess Story begins with a begins with a student who…student who…

• Doesn’t accept anything less than personal excellence

INROADS ALUMNUS, Kwame Jackson

• Learns quickly and rises to the challenge

• Is a leader, organizer and motivator

• Solves problems and adapts to change

• Takes success seriously and is willing to work for it

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WHO’S ELIGIBLE?WHO’S ELIGIBLE?U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

High School Senior, College Freshman, Sophomore or Junior*

Minimum College GPA of 2.8, High School GPA of 3.0

Major in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Liberal Arts or Science

Career Interest in Management, Sales, Nursing, Accounting, Banking, Insurance, Engineering, Retail, Marketing and more!

Attendance at a 4 Year College or University

*Juniors must have 2 summers remaining prior to college graduation.

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NEXT STEPS NEXT STEPS

INROADS Employee will call you within 3-5 business daysReview submitted information to confirm eligibilityProvide you with direct contact informationRequest an official transcriptInvite you to a Candidate Prep

Session

Apply at www.INROADS.org

Complete Application

Answer Assessment Questions

Submit Resume

STEP #1

STEP #2

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NEXT STEPS NEXT STEPS Complete Candidate Prep

SessionINROADS OrientationInterviewing SkillsImpressions ManagementMock Interviews

THE CORPORATE INTERVIEW

STEP #3

RESUME

STEP #4

INROADS INTERN

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Intern RequirementsIntern RequirementsMinimum 2.8 GPA Each Quarter/Semester

Minimum 12 Credit Hours per Quarter/Semester

Participate in all INROADS Professional Development Workshops

Monthly Advising Sessions with INROADS Staff

Submit Official Academic Transcripts to INROADS Each Quarter/Semester

Receive a Rating of Effective or Higher at End-of-Summer Evaluation

Participate in Community Service Activities

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Leadership/Professional Leadership/Professional Development Development

Diversity in the WorkplaceDiversity in the Workplace

Financial ManagementFinancial Management

Project ManagementProject Management

Understanding PowerUnderstanding Power

Ethics and ValuesEthics and Values

Case StudiesCase Studies

Business SimulationsBusiness Simulations

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ONE MINUTE QUIZONE MINUTE QUIZ

WHEN DO YOU NEED TO APPLY?

WHERE?

WHAT TRAINING MUST YOU COMPLETE IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A CORPORATE INTERVIEW?

IF YOU RECEIVE AN OFFER AND ACCEPT, WHEN WILL YOUR INTERNSHIP START?

INROADS ONLY OFFERS PAID INTERNSHIPS?

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Apply Online Today at:Apply Online Today at: www.INROADS.org www.INROADS.org

Melida Martinez mmartinez@INROADS.org, 510-681-4680Melida Martinez mmartinez@INROADS.org, 510-681-4680