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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

 

 

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