1. Opportunity - CISCO
Cisco transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate. They influence how the world develops. Cisco gives you the opportunity to work all over the world with many different nationalities and cultures.

2. Progressiveness - GOOGLE
Recruiting is a top priority for all at Google. Telecommuting, families in the canteen, enhanced maternity benefits, great health and dental insurance, gym subsidies, childcare vouchers, free onsite massages, free bikes, free food every day... Google believes work and play aren't exclusive.

3. Diversity - CITI
Citi isn't trying to be diverse - They are already are! Citi is a miniature United Nations where what counts is delivery rather than gender, race, age or anything else.

4. Connectivity - DELOITTE
Teleworking at Deloitte's is no problem. While banned in many companies, half of Deloitte employees use Facebook in innovative ways to connect with each other. Even the Senior Partners are blogging away!

5. Responsibility - McDONALD'S
The sheer number of awards and accolades speak for themselves. McDonald's truly gives back when it comes to the community. Nutrition to safety, football, world farming - McDonald's is certainly committed to saving the world!

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