Work Opportunities
If you know of any jobs that are open or will be open soon that
your colleagues in the chapter might be interested in, contact the
Employment Committee Chair.
The "Silicon Prairie"
That's the term being used to describe the phenomenal growth rate
of Illinois's high-tech corridor. According to techCommUnity,
a local organization whose vision encompasses technology, commerce,
and community; and whose primary goal is to ensure long-term economic
growth:
"Since being named one of the top 10 hot new tech cities
in the world by Newsweek magazine in 1998, Champaign-Urbana has
continued to spawn successful high-tech start-ups and attract established
technology companies to the area. With its two new research parks
and programs to support science and technology entrepreneurs, the
University of Illinois is setting the stage for Champaign-Urbana's
emergence as the next tech boomtown.
Through their participation
in and support of initiatives, such as techCommUnity, businesses
and organizations such as the University of Illinois, VentureTECH,
ITEC, DCCA, and the Illinois Coalition are contributing to this
effort. Many are taking the vision one step further by sponsoring
their own programs that raise awareness and promote technology education
for area citizens. By taking a long-term view, such programs are
helping to ensure the economic future of Champaign-Urbana."
And
according to the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation:
"There are more than 70 thriving high-tech companies in Champaign-Urbana.
Champaign County has a heavy emphasis on computer software and communications
companies, due in part to the presence of the University of Illinois.
Also present in the community are cutting edge companies in electronics,
consulting/professional services, measure/control devices, research
and development, biotechnology, advanced materials and computer
components."
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