GEICO Named a Top Entry Level Employer for College Graduates Four Years in a Row

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WASHINGTON, D.C., July 10, 2007 - As the classes of 2007 and 2008 search for their first jobs, they might do well to remember that CollegeGrad.com, the number-one entry level job site, just announced that GEICO is among the Top 500 Entry Level Employers for 2007 for the fourth consecutive year.

"We are very pleased to have been recognized by CollegeGrad.com for the past four years. We realize that recruiting recent graduates is vital for GEICO's future and we are excited about hiring prospects among these candidates," said David Schindler, senior vice president. "While the basic information like benefits and salary are still top among a candidate's questions, we make sure to emphasize the values of our company, our commitment to diversity, our active volunteer and charitable activities, as well as the many opportunities for personal growth and advancement," he said.

Vice president of human resources Jan Stewart offers this advice for recent grads, "As you search for a career, focus on finding a company with opportunities that match your skills, your interests and your potential. Our associates work hard and they are rewarded with career opportunities, a great benefits program, financial incentives and the job stability that only a successful and growing company can offer. An accelerated management development program is available for graduates who can qualify. If you're looking for a great place to start and build a career, then consider GEICO."

With more than 12 major offices and dozens of other locations, GEICO is built on the foundation of providing respect, support and opportunity for its associates and likewise for its customers.

The company was also named a 2007 top employer for college graduates by The Black Collegian and mentioned in the 2005 Princeton Review's "Best Entry-level Jobs" guidebook. GEICO is a proud corporate sponsor of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS).

To learn more about starting a career with GEICO, please visit www.geico.com/oncampus, or to fill out an application online, click here: https://secure.geico.com/hr/jobapp.do.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is the fourth-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States. It provides auto insurance coverage for more than 7 million policyholders and insures more than 12 million vehicles. As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies, GEICO is rated A++ for financial stability by A.M. Best Company and ranked top in customer satisfaction among property and casualty insurers according to the 2006 American Customer Satisfaction Index survey.

For more information, go to www.geico.com.

GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is the third-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States based on the latest 12 months written premium. It provides auto insurance coverage for nearly 8.5 million policyholders and insures more than 14.4 million vehicles.

In addition to auto insurance, GEICO offers customers insurance products for their motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATV's), boats, homes, apartments and mobile homes. Commercial auto insurance and personal umbrella protection and life insurance are also available.

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies, GEICO is rated A++ for financial stability by A.M. Best Company and ranks at the top of several national customer satisfaction surveys. For more information, go to www.geico.com.