Borders Group is a Member, AARP National Employer Team

Borders Group values your experience, which is why we are proud to be a member of the AARP National Employer Team. As a member, we are dedicated to equal opportunity employment, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds and ages. We are committed to a diverse workplace that provides opportunities for continued growth and development for all employees. Borders Group values the skills, experience and work ethic that older employees can bring to the work environment. It is these experiences that can truly drive the success of an organization. That is why we've partnered with the AARP National Employer Team. This program is designed to attract AARP members who are interested in applying their knowledge, skills and work experience to a retail setting.

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI, Borders Group, Inc., is a publicly held company with annual sales of $4 billion. Our stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BGP. Borders Group operates over 500 Borders superstores in the U.S.; 70 Borders stores outside the U.S., located primarily in the U.K. and the Pacific Rim; 30 Books etc. stores throughout Great Britain; and over 530 stores in the Waldenbooks Specialty Retail segment. Borders Group has also acquired London-based Paperchase Products Limited, a retailer of stationery, cards and gifts with over 100 locations. Teamed with Amazon.com, the company also offers online shopping through www.borders.com.

Why Mature Job Seekers Should Consider Borders Group
Borders Group is looking for qualified individuals interested in a full-time or part-time retail opportunity. Our stores succeed only through the combined efforts of a dedicated team of individuals. Our employees are the face of our business: They share their depth of knowledge and passion for what they sell, and above all, they offer incomparable levels of customer service.

We know that when the mix of employees in our stores in terms of age, gender, race and other factors reflects the customer base at large, we are more successful. Therefore, part of our overall diversity strategy is to continue to work toward attracting even more mature workers through flexible schedules and attractive benefit offerings such as:

• full-time and part-time benefits package
• generous paid time off policies for full-time employees
• flexible work arrangements
• long-term care option
• strengthened disability plan
• vision plan
• prescription coverage
• generous employee discount
• excellent on-the-job training
• employee development programs

We have opportunities ranging from booksellers to store management available throughout the country. If you are looking for job or a career in a supportive, fun, open work environment where you can be passionate about the products you sell and valued for your experience we encourage you to apply today.

Testimonials

Carol Yates, Borders Superstore #653 in Toledo, Ohio
"As a mature worker at Borders, I am able to continue the type of work I did for 32 years with the Toledo city schools. I managed and trained the staff of six elementary school libraries, and I was able to buy books that helped students build a love for reading.

At Borders, I work in the Children's department, where I continue to help parents and their children build a love for books. I also do the weekly story time, my toddlers call me 'Grandma Carol.' It is difficult to express how blessed I feel having a job I love doing."

Larry Wrona, Inventory Processing Team, Borders #19 in Novi, Mich.
"There are many things I like about being a mature worker at Borders. First and foremost are the excellent health care benefits and flexible work hours. Full-time employees also get great paid time off benefits.

Our knowledge and experience is appreciated. We remember and know more about the books, music, and films of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's. We actually experienced them and can place them in a historical context, and can recommend them to customers.

At the same time, working at Borders keeps me up to date on pop culture, not only with the product we sell, but also in the younger employees in the store. It's great that I am able to talk about current culture with employees 30 years younger than me and recommend older titles that connect to what they are reading and listening to."

Additional Information
For more information or to provide feedback about the AARP National Employer Team, visit the AARP website.

More information on how to apply at Borders Group.

News articles highlighting Borders Group as a member of the AARP National Employer Team:
Workforce Management Magazine, May 2005 (PDF)
New York Times, March 25, 2005 (PDF)