Morgan Stanley University Photo Competition 2013

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Katie Wardle

The focus of this year’s competition is Global Citizenship, a direct reflection of one of Morgan Stanley’s core values that enhances our ability to provide superior service to our clients, our employees and our communities.

Share your unique creative perspective and submit your photos for a chance to win. We encourage you to submit up to two photos that portray our interconnected world, communities and social responsibility. As a firm, we embrace these qualities every day, but what do they look like through yo

For details on how to enter v: www.ms.com/uk/photoThe winners will receive ollowing prizes:

1st Prize: iPad 3, 16GB
2nd Prize: £75 Amazon Voucher
3rd prize: £50 Amazon Voucher

Deadline for submissions:
20 February 2013

PhD Funding and Scholarships 2013-14

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Katie Wardle

Nottingham University Business School Scholarships

The School is offering the following scholarships to full time PhD students for the 2013-14 session:

Up to six full-time Scholarships covering full tuition fees as well as tax-free living expenses of £13,726 per year (estimated ESRC rate for 2013-14).

4 of these scholarships are open to all research areas. Please see details regarding the priority research areas offered by the academic divisions within the Business School.
2 scholarships are being offered by the International Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility (ICCSR) which are only open to research in the area of CSR. Please see details regarding the priority research areas offered by ICCSR.

See http://www.nottingham.ac.uk/business/phd/Scholarships.html for further details

Engineering Scholarships

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Katie Wardle

Interested in aircraft?
Thinking of a career in engineering or the aerospace industry?

Why not apply for an Air League Engineering Scholarship?

You could spend an exciting 1 to 2 weeks in an aerospace engineering company working on anything from light aircraft, to celebrity’s helicopters or airliners.

Providing you with:

An invaluable insight into real life engineering
Valuable work experience and useful skills for your CV
Opportunity to make new friends and industry contacts for your future career

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EM Direct SCITT – QTS with PGCE

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Katie Wardle

What is School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT)

A one-year initial teacher training programme for graduates, leading to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with PGCE validated by Leeds Met University.
A school-based training programme with a range of placement experiences and centre-based training opportunities. Please be aware that a supporting ‘Base School’ is required on application.
A route costing £7,800 in tuition fees. Trainees may be eligible for a student loan and/or bursary.

Please visit www.emdirect.co.uk for details of how to apply

The Careers and Employability Centre is on tour!

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Katie Wardle

Need help with your CV?
Worried about interviews?
Not sure where to start looking for a job?

Come and see us in the Pilkington Library for quick advice

Every Wednesday afternoon, 1.30 – 4pm
Semester 2, weeks 1-9

No need to book, just drop in

Engineering Doctorate (EngD) Programme

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Katie Wardle

This new four-year EPSRC EngD programme at the Manufacturing Technology Engineering Doctorate Centre (MTEDC) integrates an industry-based doctoral research project with research training in technical subjects and interdisciplinary skills.

It will focus on key areas of advanced manufacturing which are vital to the UK’s major industrial sectors and provide engineers with the knowledge and skills needed to become the business leaders of the future.

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TARGETjobs National Pupillage Fair – 1 month to go!

Posted on January 28, 2013 by Katie Wardle

Returning to London’s prestigious Lincolns Inn on 9 March 2013 is the UK’s most comprehensive and established fair for students considering a career as a barrister.

The TARGETjobs National Pupillage Fair will be attended by some of the UK’s leading chambers, as well as course providers, suppliers and Bar associations, and promises to be bigger and better than ever before!

To attend this fantastic event, and beat registration queues on the day, please visit www.targetjobspupillagefair.co.uk and register now!

Careers in Africa

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Katie Wardle

Take your career back to Africa with the biggest Recruitment events in Europe!Invited candidates will have the chance to:

Attend pre-scheduled interviews with leading African companies and multinationals
Network with company executives and arrange ‘on-the-spot’ interviews
Attend company presentations and career workshops
Network with other international professionals

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Open Doors 2013 – Skills for Successful Employment

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Katie Wardle

A unique Alumni Association funded event, hosted by the Careers and Employability Centre in conjunction with the Counselling and Disability Service for all disabled students (including those with long term health conditions, dyslexia and mental health issues) who are looking to go into employment or onto a placement.

When: 20th February from 1pm to 6.30pm

Where: Stewart Mason Building

For more information visit http://www.careers.lboro.ac.uk/events/centre/open-doors.html