The Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce partners with expert agencies and
organizations from across the state to give our members access to the information
they need to succeed.
Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
www.tourblackstone.com
(401) 724-2200 Fax: (401)724-1342
The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council works to develop and promote Rhode Island's
Blackstone River Valley as a prime visitor and cultural destination. It is the state
designated regional tourism development agency for the Northern Rhode Island Tourism
District representing the cities of Pawtucket, Central Falls and Woonsocket and
the towns of Cumberland, Lincoln, Smithfield, North Smithfield, Glocester and Burrillville.
175 Main St. Pawtucket, RI 02860
e-mail: info@tourblackstone.com
Bryant University- Career Development Office
The Amica Center for Career Education at Bryant University is committed to educating
and empowering undergraduates, graduates and alumni in the career development.
Below is an internship recruiting guide that they have provided to help you in
your search
2006 Employer Guide to Recruiting and Internship Services at RI Colleges & Universities.
The information in this guide was gathered from the Rhode Island Career Counselors
group n Summer 2006 and was current as of that time. Employers are encouraged to
contact the Career Services offices at the various colleges and universities to
establish working relationships and to update pertinent information as needed. More
detailed information is generally available through the individual college and university
web sites.
John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission
www.nps.gov/blac/index.htm
(401) 762-0250 Fax: (401) 762-0530
The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor stretches
for 46 miles in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. A unifying commission works in partnership
with individuals, businesses, organizations, local communities, two state governments,
and the National Park Service to protect the Valley's special identity and prepare
for its future.
One Depot Square Woonsocket, RI 02895
Center for Design & Business
www.centerdesignbusiness.org
(401) 454-6558 Fax: (401) 454-6559
The Center for Design & Business is a joint venture between Bryant University
and Rhode Island School of Design established to unite design and business skills
in order to develop stronger and more profitable businesses. This is accomplished
through workshops, programs and services that provide design resources to established
businesses; commercialization skills to entrepreneurs and inventors; and business
skills to artists and designers.
20 Washington Place Providence RI 02903
The Employers Association
www.the-employers.org
(401) 732-6788 Fax: (401) 732-6623
The Employers Association is a private management association owned by its members.
It works with employers providing advice, information, and human resource services
in compensation, benefits, compliance and employee relations.
6 Blackstone Valley Place, Suite 301 02865
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) was established in 1972
as a national and local business volunteer organization chartered by the Secretary
of Defense. It has more than 4,200 volunteers are active in 54 states, U.S. territories,
and the District of Columbia.
645 New London Avenue Cranston, RI 02920-3097
Governor's Workforce Board RI
www.rihric.com
(401) 462-8860 Fax: (401) 462-8865
The Governor's Workforce Board of Rhode Island addresses the need to upgrade
the skills of Rhode Island's existing workforce in order to compete in the global
economy.
1511 Pontiac Avenue Building 72-2 Cranston, RI 02910
Woonsocket Main Street Riverfront Initiative
(401) 765-2000 Fax: (401) 765-6333
The goal of the initiative is to address issues affecting downtown businesses,
while improving the appearance, image and business climate on Main Street and the
Riverfront areas of Woonsocket.
169 Main Street Woonsocket, RI 02895
Minority Investment Development Corporation (MIDC) and Rhode Island Coalition
for Minority Investment (RICMI)
www.midcri.com
(401) 351-2999 Fax: (401) 351-0990
The Minority Investment Development Corporation (MIDC) helps foster the growth
of business in urban areas by financing business ventures more traditional lenders
may classify as too risky. Provides clients of the MIDC with small business development
or technical assistance after the loan is given to ensure they do not fall through
the cracks.
216 Weybosset Street Providence, RI 02903
Pawtucket Foundation
www.pawtucketfoundation.org
(401) 725-4400 Fax: (401) 729-8111
The Pawtucket Foundation is a private-sector-driven organization that lobbies
for and identifies development projects in the City of Pawtucket.
P.O. Box 515 Pawtucket, RI 02862
Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC)
www.riedc.com
(401) 222-2601 Fax: (401) 459-6425
The Economic Development Corporation (RIEDC) is the state's quasi-public economic
development organization. It provides services and assistance to Rhode Island businesses,
manages the Quonset Davisville Port & Commerce Park, and oversees the operations
of the Rhode Island Tourism Division.
315 Iron Horse Way, Suite 101 Providence, RI 02908
e-mail: riedc@riedc.com
Rhode Island Export Assistance Center
www.rieac.org
(401) 232-6407 Fax: (401) 232-6416
The Rhode Island Export Assistance Center at Bryant University (RIEAC) helps
local businesses enter the world market.
1150 Douglas Pike Smithfield, RI 02917-1284
e-mail: postoffice@rieac.org
Rhode Island Manufactures Extension Service (RIMES)
www.rimes.org
(401) 621-5710 Fax: (401) 621-5702
The Rhode Island Manufacturing Extension Service (RIMES) provides low cost assistance
to small and medium size manufacturers looking to grow and compete more successfully.
315 Iron Horse Way, Providence, RI 02908
Rhode Island Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
www.risbdc.org
(401) 598-2702 Fax: (401) 598-2722
The Rhode Island Small Business Development Center (RISBDC) at Johnson and Wales
University helps businesses succeed by providing a variety of free and low-cost
resources.
8 Abbott Park Place Providence RI 02903
Senior Corps of Retired Executives
www.sba.gov
(401) 528-4561 Fax: (401) 528-4539
The SCORE Association is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
SCORE is dedicated to aiding in the formation, growth, and success of small businesses.
380 Westminster Mall Providence, RI 02903