Bismarck-Mandan’s Young Professionals Network has named the NDSU Extension Service as one of the top 10 workplaces for young professionals.

The Top 10 Young Professional Workplaces award recognizes local businesses committed to recruiting and retaining talented young professionals under age 40.

Selection criteria include compensation, benefits, opportunity for advancement, company programs, quality of life and work environment, community involvement and how young employees are involved in strategic planning and executive decisions.

This year’s top 10 were selected from among 22 nominees, the largest pool of nominees since the award was established in 2007.