An important part of every National Conference, the College and Career Fair is the largest event of its kind in Indian Country. Here is a directory of the wide variety of organizations, agencies, nonprofits, and colleges and universities that came to Milwaukee to promote the many opportunities they offer.
3M » This multinational company prides itself on “global innovation†and creative product development in several areas including health care, electronics, energy, and consumer goods. 3m.com
Accenture » Providing consulting expertise in digital, technology, strategy, and other fields, this is a Fortune Global 500 company. accenture.com
Advancing Agricultural Science Opportunities for Native Americans (AASONA) » Mentoring students in agricultural science and increasing the number of Indigenous farmers and ranchers are primary goals for AASONA. aises.org/aasona
Air Force Civilian Service » Nearly 200,000 civilian employees support the mission of the Air Force, many filling sophisticated technical roles in advanced research facilities around the country. afciviliancareers.com
Airbnb » This international connector of hosts and guests needs tech-savvy professionals to help them build an inclusive global community. airbnb.com
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation » A nonprofit grant-making institution, the foundation supports scientific research; fosters a robust, diverse scientific workforce; increases public understanding of and engagement with science; and promotes the health of institutions engaged in science. sloan.org
Amazon » On a mission to be the world’s most customer-centric company, Amazon works to research and develop new technologies on behalf of its customers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the globe. amazon.com
American Chemical Society » ACS promotes chemistry outreach and education and represents professionals across the entire field of chemistry. acs.org
American Indian Graduate Center » Headquartered in Albuquerque, this nonprofit provides fellowships to American Indian and Alaska Native graduate students across the country. Since 2001, it has been a partner in the Gates Millennium Scholars Program. aigcs.org
American Physical Therapy Association » This nonprofit individual membership organization advances physical therapy practice and its place in the nation’s health care system. apta.org
AMERIND Risk » The only 100 percent tribally owned and operated insurance provider committed to Indian Country, AMERIND offers insurance for tribes, tribal governments, tribal businesses, and individual property coverage. The company also operates AMERIND Critical Infrastructure (ACI), which helps tribes obtain high-speed internet. amerindrisk.org
Ames Laboratory, Iowa State University » This U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory is operated by and located at Iowa State University, a major public university center of research in science and technology. ameslab.gov
AnitaB.org » This global nonprofit, founded by computer scientist Dr. Anita Borg, advances the role of women in technology. anitab.org
Argonne National Laboratory » The largest national multidisciplinary science and engineering research center in the Midwest, Argonne is operated by the Department of Energy. anl.gov
Arizona State University » A top-ranked research university, ASU pursues inclusive, community service-oriented research that positively impacts communities in Arizona and around the world. asu.edu
Army Educational Outreach Program » The National Science Teachers Association administers and provides support to the U.S. Army to engage K–12 teachers and students in real-world STEM experiences. Learn more about eCYBERMISSION, GEMS, and Camp Invention. usaeop.com
Association of American Medical Colleges » A nonprofit association dedicated to transforming health care through innovative medical education, cutting-edge patient care, and groundbreaking research, the AAMC counts accredited U.S. and Canadian medical schools and major teaching hospitals and health systems among its members. aamc.org/students
Association of American Medical Colleges Summer Health Professions Education Program » This fully funded six-week academic enrichment program offers opportunities to aspiring medical and dental students. aamc.org
A.T. Still University » Once the country’s founding institution for osteopathic healthcare, today ATSU is a leading multidisciplinary health sciences university offering master’s and doctoral degrees on campus and online. atsu.edu/American-indian
AT&T » The world’s largest telecommunications company, AT&T succeeds at connecting people with their world — at work and at home — by connecting businesses on six continents, covering the high-speed mobile internet network of 380 million people in North America, and having more than 25 million U.S. video subscribers. att.com
Be An Actuary » Be An Actuary provides support and information to aspiring and practicing actuaries, who reduce risk by forecasting by the numbers. beanactuary.org
Berkeley National Laboratory » The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is a multiprogram science research facility managed by the University of California. lbl.gov
Binghamton University SUNY, Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science » A premier research institution in the Northeast, Binghamton is ranked number one among public universities in New York. The Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science offers a top-ranked program in engineering disciplines and computer science. binghamton.edu
BNSF Railway » With more than 400 railroad lines, this 160-year-old company operates one of the largest freight railroads in the country. bnsf.com
The Boeing Company » This aerospace company manufactures commercial jetliners and defense, space, and security systems. boeing.com
Bonneville Power Administration » The BPA is a federal, self-funding nonprofit agency based in the Pacific Northwest that covers its costs by selling its products and services. About one-third of the electric power used in the Northwest comes from BPA. bpa.gov
Boston Scientific » Boston Scientific is a leading innovator of medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world. Their products and technologies are used to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions. bostonscientific.com
Canadian Indigenous Advisory Council to AISES (CIAC) » Council members provide advice to AISES and serve the interests of AISES Indigenous STEM professionals and students in Canada. aises.org/about/ciac
Carnegie Mellon University College of Engineering » This world-class engineering college is recognized for innovation, societal relevance, and the impact of its endeavors. engineering.cmu.edu
Carollo Engineers » An environmental engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater facilities, Carollo Engineers recruits civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, environmental, and instrumentation and control engineers, as well as scientists, planners, architects, and CAD designers. carollo.com
Central Intelligence Agency » The CIA works to gather global intelligence and analyze information to preempt threats to national security, and to provide national security intelligence to senior officials. The agency is organized into directorates: Science and Technology, Digital Innovation, Operations, Analysis, and Support. cia.gov
Cherokee Nation » With more than 317,000 citizens, over 8,000 employees, and a variety of tribal enterprises ranging from aerospace and defense contracts to entertainment venues, Cherokee Nation is one of the largest employers in northeastern Oklahoma. cherokee.org
Chevron » An integrated energy company, Chevron creates products for a sustainable economy and pursues renewable resources for the future. chevron.com
CIRES (Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Science) » A partnership of NOAA and the University of Colorado Boulder, CIRES enlists the efforts of hundreds of environmental scientists in understanding the Earth and the human impact. cires.colorado.edu