Hormel Foods Corp. announced today it is recognized among the Best Places to Work for Recent Grads by Experience Inc., the nation’s leading provider of career services for college students and alumni. Ten employers from across the country were recognized on the 2012 Best Places to Work for Recent Grads list, which recognizes organizations from across the country that demonstrate excellence in recruiting, hiring and retaining young professionals.

“We are honored to report that 54 percent of current employees had five or more years of service last year, well above the industry standard,” said Larry Lyons, director of human resources at Hormel Foods. “We value the long tenure of our employees and it is not uncommon for employees to spend their entire career at the company.”

Experience Inc. invited employers from across the country to participate in the 2012 Best Places to Work for Recent Grads survey to identify and recognize the best employers for recent college graduates. For information, visit www.experience.com/entry-level-jobs/2012-best-places-to-work.