Huntsville Alabama USA

Bridges - Connecting students with professionals About Bridges

Bridges Huntsville/Madison County is a professional and social development program for co-ops, interns and recent college graduates sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County. It is designed to help young, entry-level professionals bridge the gap between school and career while learning more about living, working and playing in Huntsville/Madison County. Participants and their employers agree, the Bridges programs helps new workers make personal, professional and social connections that keep them in Huntsville/Madison County.

Live, Work and Play

A great job is only one motivator for today’s young professional. In order to attract and retain them in our community, we must show them that Huntsville/Madison County is a smart place to live, work and play. Our booming economy offers plenty of opportunities for all types of workers, and entrepreneurs thrive in our technology-driven market. Affordable homes, sun-belt weather and short commutes provide attractive alternatives to other metropolitan areas, and we have many sports and recreation outlets for all levels of athletes and explorers. A strong arts and theater community, a vibrant local music scene and multiple social and civic organizations provide the balance between work and play that today’s young professional demand.

Program Details

Bridges is a fun, interactive program that brings together young professionals from different work environments to meet their peers while learning more about our community. Over three half-days, participants learn about the rich history and exciting future of Huntsville/Madison County. Workshops cover topics such as adapting to corporate culture, advanced degree programs and generation Y in the workplace. Information on cost of living, hands on volunteer opportunities and a panel discussion with young professionals show participants why Huntsville/Madison County is such a great choice for today’s twenty-somethings.

Program Dates & Location

Date	Time	Location
Class 6
September 30, 2008	12:00 – 5:30 p.m.	US Space & Rocket Center
October 14, 2008	12:30 – 5:30 p.m.	Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County
October 28, 2008	12:30 – 5:30 p.m.	ADTRAN

Agenda

Application Process

Bridges applications may be submitted at any time for future classes. The ideal Bridges candidate will be between the ages of 18-24 and will be a co-op, intern or recent college graduate. Class size will be limited to 32 participants.

Class member selection is based on the following criteria:

Diverse group of co-ops, interns and recent college graduates
High standards of personal integrity
Record of school, volunteer, or personal achievements
Commitment of necessary time and effort to complete the program
Representation from a cross-section of the population (business sector, race and gender)

If accepted into the program, tuition of $100 per person will be due from the employer/sponsor prior to the first session. A $25 cancellation fee will be assessed for all cancellations received prior to the first class. Substitutions will not be accepted. Tuition is non-refundable for failure to attend or complete the classes.

Completed applications for Class 6 may be faxed to the attention of Mitzi Floyd at 256-535-2015 or emailed to mfloyd@hsvchamber.org . Deadline for applications has been extended to Monday, September 8.

Employers/sponsors of candidates accepted into the Bridges program will be notified by phone or email two weeks prior to start of class.

*Participants must provide their own transportation.

Gold Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

Tommy’s Pizza