employer research
Lexis Nexis
Database to research employers based upon their Standard Industry Classification (SIC) Code. View video (approx 4 minutes) and handout (PDF) for outline of steps to create a list of employers using parameters such as a particular industry, geographic area, or number of employees.
How to Find U.S. Company Information
From the New York Public Library.
Industry Research Desk
From Polson Enterprises. Steps to researching and industry, company, products with emphasis on free sites. References for Oklahoma but Hale Library has similar resources.
Infotrac: The Gale Group
Business & Company Resource Center from Hale Library (available only through K-State server). Click on Gale Databases below graphics to access Business & Company ASAP, Computer Database and more.
Global Edge
A resource for international businesses.
Weddle's Association Directory
Associations may feature job boards and employment services.
American Society of Association Executives
Search by key word for association for your interests.
Hoover's OnLine
Industry search/company profiles...over 8,000 company listings with profiles, contacts, links follow Industry to Industry links for lists of companies.
Google Local
Find local businesses and services on the web.
Yahoo Finance Company and Fund Index
Data on 8,000 public companies.
The Thomas Directories
Respected worldwide for data. Requires registration but is free!
Guidestar.com
70,000 nonprofit organizations.
Education Employer Resources
Links to websites and resources.