The Forty-Niner Shops are a non-profit corporation of California State University, Long Beach, and have partnered with the campus for over 55 years. The Shops operate the University Bookstore, University Dining Services, ID Card Services, and Convenience Stores throughout the campus. As one of the the largest employer of students on campus, the Shops are committed to training student employees with life and career skills; funding scholarships, providing internships, and supporting campus-wide programs that promote student success. The Shops make financial contributions to the University from its operating funds, and they are a fully self-funded organization.