Launch Pads

A look at the 55 firms in BusinessWeek's first annual ranking of Best Places to Launch a Career

Government. Transportation. Consumer Goods. Nonprofits. Consulting. Entertainment. Manufacturing. Pharmaceuticals. Telecommunications. And yes, of course, technology, accounting and financial services. Whatever industry you choose, there’s a company that offers flexibility, pay, education and advancement opportunities designed to attract early-career employees and help them get a foot on the career ladder. Here's a look at the 55 companies that made their way into the first annual BusinessWeek "Best Places to Launch a Career" rankings.