Monthly Archives: February 2014

Development Workshop and Recruitment Fair 2014 in China

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The British Council in China will run a series of Career Development workshops from 08 to 16 March 2014 across mainland China. This year we are working in partnership with Zhaopin.com to invite well known businesses to take part in our events. By participating, Chinese students will be able to better understand the job market in China, as well as seek job opportunities and better guidance on long-term career planning. Participants will also have the chance to interact with business representatives who will be able to offer career development advice and information on their own job opportunities.

Event details:

Shanghai
08 March 2014 (Saturday)
Crowne Plaza Shanghai (No.400, Fanyu Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai)

Beijing
09 March 2014 (Sunday)
Landmark Tower Beijing (No.8, North Dongsanhuan Rd, Chaoyang District, Beijing)

Chengdu
15 March 2014 (Saturday)
Kempinski Hotel Chengdu (No.42, 4th section, Renmin South Road, Chengdu)

Guangzhou
16 March 2014 (Sunday)
Ramada Hotel Guangzhou (No.9, Mingyue 1st Road, Yuexiu District,

Please refer to the link below for further information or sign up for this event:
http://www.alumniuk.org.cn/cn/baomin/xyhd/xyzhaomu.aspx?aid=263

Student Programming Contest – Morgan Stanley

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This February, Morgan Stanley’s Technology Division is launching the third Student Programming Contest and this season the contest has gone global.

You will be challenged to implement a set of programs that solve exciting algorithmic problems to have a chance to win some fantastic prizes.

Prizes include
Global Winner
iMac 21.5-inch: 2.7GHz
Global Debugger Winner
iPad with Retina display Wi-Fi 16GB
Regional Winners
A variety of exciting prizes

Deadline for registration:
24 February 2013
To find out how to enter, visit www.morganstanley.com/programmingcontest

Morgan Stanley University Photography Competition 2014

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Share your unique creative perspective and submit your photos for a chance to win. The focus of this year’s competition is Sustainability. We encourage you to submit up to two photos that portray what sustainability means to you. As a firm, we are committed to advancing environmental sustainability and social responsibility through our work with clients, partners and in our communities, but what does sustainability look like
through your eyes?

For details on how to enter, visit:
www.morganstanley.com/about/careers/photocompetition

For more information on sustainability, visit:
http://www.morganstanley.com/globalcitizen/sustainability.html

For questions, email: photocompetition@morganstanley.com

The winners will receive the
following prizes:
• 1st Prize: iPad mini, 16GB
• 2nd Prize: US $150 or equivalent local currency in Amazon vouchers
• 3rd prize: US $100 or equivalent local currency in Amazon vouchers

Deadline for submissions:
March 3, 2014

Working in Pakistan: Careers and Recruitment Fair

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On Tuesday, 25th February 2014, 1-4pm, Warwick will be hosting the “Working in Pakistan: Careers and Recruitment Fair”, in conjunction with the British Council, Pakistan.

The Fair will be held in the Chancellor’s Suite, on the second floor of the Rootes Building

As well as graduate opportunities, the company’s attending will also have internship opportunities, so all years of study are invited to attend.

Employers attending include:

  • Netsol
  • Express Tribune
  • Lucky Cement
  • Mitchell’s Fruit Farms
  • Sidat Hyder Morshed Associates
  • Engro
  • Abacus Consulting
  • Allied Bank
  • Abu Dawood Group

http://educationukevents.org.pk/Registration.php

Frontline Competition

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Frontline is launching a new and exciting competition which gives you the opportunity to win some great prizes!

All you have to do is say what slogan you think Frontline should use to attract student to its new children’s social work graduate programme

Tweet your slogan @FrontlineSW or mention both your slogan and Frontline (facebook.com/FrontlineChangingLives) in a Facebook status

Prizes include iPad Mini, £100 gift vouchers

Deadline: 28 Feb 2014

Open to UK students

For details of Frontline’s opportunities see www.thefrontline.org.uk

CRCC Asia – British Council Disability Scholarship Program 2014

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CRCC Asia is delighted to be able to offer 2 Scholarships for an internship with the British Council Beijing and Shanghai. The scholarships are designed specifically for students with a disability, bringing the experience to those who may not previously have had an opportunity to live and work in China.

The successful applicants will undertake a business placement at the British Council, in Beijing and Shanghai between May and November 2014. The interns will live in the centre of each city and work for one month, gaining transferable business skills and hands-on experience whilst working in an international setting.

The successful applicants will be awarded a scholarship based on their overall application, their response to three short essay questions and an academic reference. Applications close on Friday 7th February 2014.

For more information please visit http://www.crccasia.com/disability-scholarship/

Network opportunities for women in STEM

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STEMinism events plasmaAre you:

  • a female undergraduate with a passion for technology?
  • looking to discover opportunities for graduate schemes and placements?
  • interested in working for eBay, TK Maxx, Vodafone, BT, Cognizant Technology Solutions UK Ltd, Telefonica or Thoughtworks?

Then apply now to attend our exclusive events for women in STEM!

STEMinism UK presents Vodafone
17 February 2014
Vodafone HQ, Newbury
www.targetjobsevents.co.uk/steminism

IT’s not just for the boys!
28 March 2014
eBay HQ, Richmond
www.itsnotjustfortheboys.co.uk

We’ll even cover a percentage of your expenses to get you there! Apply today and in a few months you could be like Bethan, who met Vodafone at IT’s not just for the boys! in October and has since secured a grad scheme with them, two years early!

We look forward to meeting you!

TARGETjobs Events team

Emerging Leaders Competition 2014

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Offering the amazing opportunity to be a participant at the Asian Investment Conference!

Click here to download flyer for further details

The Competition is evaluated by world renowned professors, entirely based on your submission. This opportunity is open to Bachelor, Master, MBA or PHD students from any university.

The submission deadline is: February 16th 2014

Click here to learn more about the competition and how to register. For insights, hints, and help regarding your submission visit our website or connect with us on our Facebook Event page.

Loughborough University Model United Nations Conference

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Applications for Loughborough’s annual MUN conference is now available.

The third Loughborough University Model United Nations Conference will run from 07/02/2014 to 09/02/2014.  A weekend of great debating and socialising here on campus.

On offer will be unique and diverse topics which represent a wide range of UN responsibilities and reflect the university’s expertise in European Union and sports studies.

With high-profile guest speakers such as MP Nicky Morgan, this is definitely a conference not to be missed!

All details can be found at the following website:

http://www.lufbramun2014.com/

If there are any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Secretary-General at: apetropoulos40@gmail.com

Also, participation in the MUN Conference can earn you 5 – 15 points on the Award

Direct Your Career – Performing at Assessment Centres

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Tuesday 4th February 6 – 8pm James France and CC012

Are you are applying for placements or final year roles ?

Would you like to practice Assessment Centre Interviews and Group Exercises at a Mock Assessment Centre?

Delivered by Careers and Employability Centre in partnership with organisations PWC and FactSet.

Aimed at SBE Students, but open to all students

To book on : http://www.lboro.ac.uk/service/careers/resources/careers-online/index.html

The event is organised by CEC and SBE Student Careers Representatives Maryam Jivanjee and Chi-Chi Le.

PwC We help our clients create the value they want, from public and private companies, to governments and charities. We help to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them. Visit www.pwc.com/uk/careers

FactSet is a leading provider of financial data and analytic applications. Our products are used by analysts, portfolio managers, researchers and investment bankers at major financial institutions throughout the world. FactSet has been awarded one of the UK’s ‘Best Work Places’ for the last 5 years.