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Adzuna Graduate of the Year 2014

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Adzuna are on the hunt to find the UK’s “Graduate of the Year 2014”. Graduate of the Year

The competition, open to all graduates, will reward the brightest and best in their field.

Applicants must answer a series of simple questions about themselves and what makes them special.

The winner will be rewarded with the following prizes: an internship with a top UK company (including eBay, L’Oreal, Sony & Google), a cash prize of £1000 and a CV clinic with a top UK entrepreneur.

Enter here: http://www.adzuna.co.uk/graduate-of-the-year.html

Graduate Profile of the Month

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jonathan_breeJuly’s profile is Jonathan Bree. Jonathan graduated in 2013 with a BA in Industrial Design & Technology. He is now a Supporting Industrial Designer at LEGO, Denmark.

Your background:

From a young age, I have been interested in design – taking apart household items, trying to improve them and see how they worked, much to the joy of my parents. At sixth form, I studied Product Design, Art, Psychology and Media. This helped me focus and refine my interests and Industrial Design seemed like a perfect fit – part art, part science, balancing form and function. Loughborough’s reputation, as one of the leading design universities and strong links with industry, drove my decision to study there. Loughborough provided a great chance for personal growth and I joined the Hazlerigg Rutland committee, started my own t-shirt company, and took up several new sports in my time there. I also spent the third year working in industry, designing branding and packaging for the major spirits brands.

Where are you now?

I am currently working at LEGO HQ in Denmark, designing the concept and experience of the LEGO ‘House’ Project. The House experience will consist of a series of interactive exhibits and activities in an equal balance between play, learning and creativity, to showcase the ‘hands on, minds on’ play of LEGO. It is expected to draw 250,000 visitors per year.

How did you get there?

I found out about the position at LEGO through my department’s career emails, which asked for a portfolio of work to be sent to the department head for short-listing. I was lucky enough to be selected, and a month later I had a Skype interview. My placement year also greatly helped with finding a job after graduation by giving prior experience in a design and project management role.

Where are you going?

I have recently been accepted onto the Telefonica/O2 Graduate scheme and will start work in September, which I am very excited about. I will be focused in the area of design and innovation and have the opportunity to choose my own role. Over the course of two years I will work in different areas of the business, including Wayra, the technology start-up accelerator.

What advice would you give now to a student studying your subject at university now?

Structure your time well, make plans and stick to them. I recommend doing a year in industry, I found it very helpful. Lastly, when lecturers say final year is a lot of work, they are understating it – prepare as much as possible

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Early Access Google Technical Internships for disabled and dyslexic students

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EmployAbility is delighted to be working with Google to offer disabled students the opportunity this special opportunity to apply early for the 2015 Summer Trainee Engineering Program (STEP) and Software Engineer Summer Internship.
About the STEP programme

Deadline: 3rd August 2014

The Google 2015 STEP internships in EMEA is specifically designed for students of computer science and related subjects, who will complete the first year of their university studies by summer of 2015, or will complete the second year if they are on a 4 or 5 year programme.

This program will provide the successful applicants with invaluable experience within a professional computer science and software engineering environment, built around three core components: a software project, skills-based training, and professional development.

This program is open to all qualified University students and is committed to addressing diversity at Google and in the technology industry.

This summer trainee program includes:

  • Software Project: A 12-week development project that you will work on with a team of Googlers and other STEP Interns. Skills-Based Training: Enhance your coding skills; get exposed to new tools and programming languages.
  • Professional Development: Attend ongoing technical talks by senior Googlers, additionally, learn how to enhance your resume, tackle technical interviews, and improve your presentation skills.
  • Mentorship: Be matched with a Google engineer, other than your manager, to guide you through your summer experience.
  • Fun: Social activities, community building and networking. Build a relationship with your peers.
  • Exposure: A unique glimpse into applying your computer science studies in a professional environment.

Minimum qualifications

  • You will Have completed your first year of undergraduate studies by Summer 2015 and will be enrolled in a BA/BS program.
  • International students who are currently enrolled at a university within Europe and Israel are eligible to apply. If hired, students will need to provide Google with proof of authorization to work in the relevant country
  • You must be available between June and September 2015
  • Students should have programming experience in either Java, Python, C, or C++.

For more information and to Apply
Please visit the STEP 2015 page and click on the “Apply Now” button at the very bottom to start and submit your application.

A complete application includes resume, transcript (unofficial is acceptable) and evidence of a website or application you have created

About the Software Engineer Internship

Deadline: 3rd August 2014

Google’s software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how millions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Their ambitions reach far beyond just Search. Their products need to handle information at the the scale of the web. They are looking for ideas from every area of computer science, including information retrieval, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking, security, data compression, and user interface design; the list goes on and is growing every day.

As a software engineer, you work on a small team and can switch teams and projects as their fast-paced business grows and evolves. Google need their engineers to be versatile and passionate to tackle new problems as Google continue to push technology forward.

As a key member of a small and versatile team, you design, test, deploy and maintain software solutions.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a BS, MS or PhD in computer science or a related technical field. Typically with 12-18 months of further study to complete a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or at any stage in your PhD.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience in systems software or algorithms
  • Excellent coding skill in C, C++, Java or Python
  • Knowledge of UNIX / Linux or Windows environment, and APIs
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP and network programming

For more information and to Apply

Please visit the Software Engineer Internship 2015 page and click on the “Apply Now” button at the very bottom to start and submit your application.

P&G ARE LOOKING FOR HIGHLY SKILLED MOTIVATED PEOPLE

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MICROBIOLOGIST ADVERT JULY 2014We are currently recruiting for the following position:
London Site Microbiologist

Salary starting from £29,000 – £32,828 Job Number MFG00004258

Key responsibilities:
•The Site Microbiologist will have overall responsibility for the development and implementation of the site’s microbiological program and ensure overall compliance of the site vs the relevant microbiological standards.
•Specifically you will be responsible for the following areas: a)Microbiology laboratory, laboratory standards and procedures; qualification of microbiology laboratory personnel b)Compliance to the requisite microbiological operating standards and procedures c)Microbiology Daily Management system

To submit your application and read more on each role please go to www.pgcareers.com

Use the search jobs function for the relevant job number found on this advert. Application deadline 31st July 2014

Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Int (MUSI) & Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (BTMU) Female Insight Day

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Mitsubishi UFJ Securities International (MUSI) and Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ (BTMU) are part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, the second largest financial group in the world.Together they are holding an insight day for 1st and 2nd year female students with an interest in corporate or investment banking. All degree disciplines are accepted and all the event attendees will be fast-tracked to the first stage of the selection process in the autumn.
The event takes place in Central London on Tuesday, 15th July 2014 (1:15pm – 6:30pm).
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter detailing why you’re interested in corporate or investment banking and BTMU / MUSI to events@staffordlong.co.uk by Friday, 11th July 2014.
Early application is advised. Travel expenses reimbursed.

 

OXFAM NEEDS YOU

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  • Customer Service Assistants
  • Team Leaders
  • Sorters
  • Pricers
  • Fashion people
  • Online Fashion Listers
  • Merchandisers
  • Photographers
  • Gift Aid Champions

Volunteer Today

Minimum of 4 hours per week for at least 6 weeks, ideally more.

We are located at 53 Market St, Loughborough LE11 3ER

Pop in-store for an Application form, phone or email:

01509 235072 or Oxfamshopf1715@oxfam.org.uk

About to graduate? Still looking for a graduate job?

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KPMG’s graduate roles are perfect opportunities to nurture the expert in you. With positions across Audit, Tax and Pensions, Financial Advisory, and Technology Consulting, there’s something at KPMG for everyone.

You’ll get a fast-track career with one of the UK’s top graduate employers, a highly competitive salary, an excellent bonus scheme, 25 days’ holiday, world-class training, as well as financial support towards gaining professional qualifications.

Why not take a look at KPMG’s remaining opportunities in the Midlands and apply now?

Audit: Birmingham and Nottingham

Public Sector Audit: Birmingham and Nottingham

Tax: Birmingham and Nottingham

Pensions: Birmingham

Investment Advisory: Birmingham

Financial Advisory – Transactions & Restructuring: Birmingham and Nottingham

Financial Advisory – Transactions & Restructuring (Mandarin): Birmingham

Technology Consulting – Advisory Services: Birmingham

Technology Consulting – Solution Specialists: Birmingham

Click here to apply for opportunities in Birmingham.

Click here to apply for opportunities in Nottingham.

 

Want to meet KPMG in person? 

It’s the people that make KPMG – but rather than just taking their word for it, why not go and find out for yourself?

It’s only a year or two since the KPMG trainees on hand were in your position; researching different career options to ensure they chose the right programme and right employer for them.

KPMG’s people are in the perfect position to chat through their own transition from university to employment and answer any queries you may have about KPMG’s business areas and career options. Should you decide to apply, KPMG’s events are the perfect place to pick up a few helpful hints and tips about their recruitment process!

All degree disciplines welcome!

Birmingham

Wednesday, 25th June, 5pm ‘til 7pm

Nottingham

Monday, 7th July, 5pm ‘til 7pm

Places at these events are limited so to guarantee your spot, register here for Birmingham or here for Nottingham.

Dress code: Business casual

Graduate Profile of the Month

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June’s profile is Daniel O’Flynn. Daniel graduated in 2013 with a MChem Chemistry. He is now studying for a PhD in Chemical Synthesis in Bristol Universities Centre for Doctoral Training (BCS CDT)

 

Where are you now?

I am now doing a PhD in Chemical Synthesis in Bristol Universities Centre for Doctoral Training (BCS CDT). This is a slightly different PhD program to the conventional PhD route.  It involves an initial seven month training period prior to starting a PhD project.  In the training period I have been able to carry out three 7-week lab rotations in different research groups. This has allowed me to gain experience with new equipment, new chemistry and new techniques that I was previously unfamiliar with. Additionally, it also involves a lecture course, tutorial and workshop sessions, problem sessions, presentations in journal club, and brainstorming potential PhD projects. I am now coming to the end of the seven month training period and will be starting my PhD project in mid-April.

How did you get there?

During my industrial placement year I received an email about the Chemical Synthesis CDT at Bristol and was instantly interested.  The advantages over the conventional PhD route were obvious to me.  Carrying out three lab rotations in different research groups sounded like a great way to start at a new university, allowing me to meet the supervisors/research groups and get a feeling for the place.  I could then make an informed decision about which PhD supervisor/project I will  choose for the next three and half years. The Careers and Employability Centre and my personal tutor helped me to perfect my CV and I applied to Bristol University on their application website. I was able to get an interview a month or so later and everything happened relatively quickly from there.

Where are you going?

I am just about to finish the initial training period and will be starting my PhD project in mid-April.  By way of ambitions, I hope that the PhD and my time at Bristol goes smoothly, ideally stumbling upon new chemistry that I can publish in journals.  In the longer term, I wish to obtain my PhD and go into research in industry. At this moment in time, a career in pharmaceutical/agrochemical research would be my desired career choice.

What advice would you give to a student studying your subject at university now?

I would definitely say enjoy it, try to keep motivated, don’t let the work pile up and ask lots of questions.  Additionally, it’s also worth making sure you understand and refresh on the basics throughout the course, as the basics are going to be fundamental when the hard stuff kicks in.  Finally, I would say enjoy the union while you’re there…I miss FND!

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The Cambridge Geography PGCE: a world of opportunities

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Could you become a teacher of Geography?

If you think you could use your passion for Geography to inspire young minds, we want to hear from you.

With exceptional employment rates, bursaries of up to £9000* and the option of progression to the MEd degree, why not consider our progressive PGCE course, led by leading practitioners in one of the world’s best universities?

Further details available at:
http://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/pgce/secondary/geography.html
or contact us if you have any questions:
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SEPTEMBER 2014