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Dear Student:
This file is for anyone interested in:
· Internships (
· Study exchange overseas
while at undergraduate level.
· Volunteer work
overseas (during holidays or after
graduation)
However, here is the tough stuff
up front:
Working overseas is usually not a
simple: apply -> get job -> go
kind of system as you might find for
local jobs.
Nor is it as simple as enrolling in a
course and ‘off you go’ (it may be, if you are lucky but usually it’s not).
Any overseas posting requires a bit
of your own ‘legwork’, running around, talking to people, flexibility and
dedication
Therefore it has its own inbuilt
dedication selection mechanism. If you
are really interested you will find something.
It is for those wanting to try something a little more adventurous.
Below, are various leads and contacts in
random order: provided ‘as is’ - without implicit recommendations, no
guarantees of any sort. You are responsible for YOUR life and the decisions are
all yours.
If you want to chat and discuss any of
the leads, or talk about working overseas, I’m happy to do so, under the condition that you have first
1)
read this document and followed up some of the leads properly
2)
carried out your OWN research, in other words: you have done some
homework and don’t come to me as a short cut.
Provided you meet the above two
condition, I’m really am very happy
to talk to you. J
Heiko
More info and links at: OverseasLinks.html
Books on going overseas : http://www.globalexchange.com.au/
RMIT University link http://www.rmit.edu.au/globalpassport that draws together most of what the
University offers to students. - not from RMIT ? Almost all Universities
offer similar programs.
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Engineers Without Borders: (EWB): http://www.ewb-international.org/ |
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one of EWB’s projects is The
East West Foundation of India (TEWFI) and any volunteer technical support
would be appreciated. Our two major projects since have been the creation of the Uluru Health Care Centre (UHCC) and
the Uluru Children's Home (UCH)
both located in Kadapakkam, a small fishing village south of Mahabalipuram,
in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. We have also established
community development programs concentrating on health, the environment and
education in this region. |
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Digital Divide Data in http://www.digitaldividedata.com/ Speak to Heiko, as he knows the people
involved. |
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AusAID: Youth Ambassadors (probably the most apply -> get job
-> go type of volunteering you can find) http://www.ausaid.gov.au/youtham/default.cfm http://www.ayad.com.au/public/home.aspx Overseas Service bureau |
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RMIT has an Education abroad Unit, see the website. See Appendix A: end of this doc. Education abroad options
http://www.rmit.edu.au/international/educationabroad http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=2anbm6jzm4h1
Studying Overseas what is available: |
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Prof Abanteriba runs an overseas placement
program, Dear Students, The Call for applications for Participation
in the RMIT International Industry Experience and Research
Programme, for the period 2006/2007, is now opened. Please
find attached the forms you need to submit with your
application. The conditions for participation are also
attached. The information provided here is also available at the
program website (www.rmit.edu.au/riierp).
The list of companies are also available at the program website. Please
read all the instructions carefully before applying. Note that the
closing date is 28th May 2006. My best regards S. Abanteriba Professor Sylvester Abanteriba Director |
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Work and
study in http://www.iagora.com/ |
Networking sites
www.xing.com
a German company, mainly targeted at more senior engineers
www.linkedin.com general business networking site
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and AIESEC that I mailed everyone about gives a
good leg into jobs via internships. AIESEC: http://www.aiesec.org/ see RMIT: http://www.rmit.edu.au/bus/aiesec or search for the "AIESEC" RMIT website. (NB:
spelling !!!) or email: aiesec@rmit.edu.au A short description of AIESEC: Aaron Fu AIESEC RMIT AIESEC Via this network we offer and encourage our members to take up
internship oppurtunities to in any of these 95 countries across a diverse
range of roles, namely: - Development These interships range from between 8-72 Weeks. Restrictions: Timetable: changes: -as and apply: in 2006 it was *after passing selection you can delay taking up your internship for
up to Costs: $550 will be charged to cover administration costs. Website: Email us at: AIESEC Rmit AIESEC RMIT |
There are also many many other organisations such as :
AESOP
business volunteers (used to be for retired people, now for all ages)
AVI formerly known as: OSB
etc… that send volunteers.
And an American outfit: Geekcorps:
And of course : you can always just approach an organisation that does
work overseas by yourself and offer your services. Pick someone who does work you
find interesting and talk to them !
You can ask Heiko, AFTER reading the above and doing some homework. We
currently need IT and Computer people in
Good luck
Heiko
Appendix A: RMIT resources:
Education abroad for RMIT students go to the RMTI website for morehttp://www.rmit.edu.au/international/educationabroad
An overseas study or work program is an exciting way to add a unique edge
to your RMIT qualification. Information sessions are held weekly.
When you study overseas you will:
More information
Accommodation informationWhile most of our partner universities offer accommodation, here are some alternative options to consider: |
And there is the ubiquitous
GOOGLE
Dear Heiko
Thank you for expressing
interest in Google opportunities for students at RMIT and considering referring
students.
My apologies for the delay in replying.
This year there are 4 type of opportunities for RMIT students:
- Internships
- Anita Borg Scholarships for female software engineers
- Graduate positions
- Additionally, students can also apply for Google' Summer of Code programs
As a quick overview:
- Students can now find full details for each,
selection hints and submit applications online at Google
- Relocation assistance is given to students.
- Internship and graduate software engineering roles are based at our Sydney Engineering Centre. Students can also apply for roles offshore.
- Google takes on an equal number of students with Bachelors, Masters and Ph.Ds. Undergraduates and postgraduates are encouraged to apply for all opportunities.
A quick summary is given below.
Position
Eligibility
Closing date
Internships
> 12 months to graduation
August
Female Scholarship
> 12
months, female students
August
New
Graduates
+/- <12 months from graduation.
Thursday April 19th
Google Summer of
Code Any
student.
14-24th March.
Graduate
positions
Graduate positions are open
year round.
To be considered for oncampus interviews in May, students need to apply
by Friday 6th April.
Internships
Internships will eventually run year round but for now are available to
students from December-February for 3 months full-time work.
We will however consider any particularly talented (postgrad) students you
recommend outside of this timeframe.
Interns get to do the exact work our normal engineers do. Our most recent
interns for instance worked on: image analysis, search quality, data
visualization and network engineering.
- Applications open: now. Close: August.
- Further details: http://www.google.com.au/support/jobs/bin/static.py?page=studentsau.html&sid=intern
Female
Software Engineering Scholarships
The 2007 Google Anita Borg Scholarship is aimed at encouraging and supporting
females studying computer science (or closely related fields).
Female students need to have studied more than one year at an undergraduate
level and have more than 12 months study remaining, whether as an undergraduate
or postgraduate.
- Applications open: now. Close: August.
- Further details: http://www.google.com.au/intl/en/anitaborg/
Google's
Summer of Code
From March 14 th-24th students can apply to work
on open source projects (and get paid for doing so) in the middle of this year.
The program encourages
students to write code for open source projects by providing them with
financial stipends and matching them with several open source groups around the
world. Students can work from home and overseas.
- Applications open: 14th March. Close: 24th March.
- Further details: http://code.google.com/soc/
Type of candidates sought
Engineers who love to problem
solve, who can work well in small teams and unstructured environments, whether
they're half way through a Bachelors degree or even a Ph.D!
Application advice
Lastly, further information on
what we look for & and how students can prepare their application and for
any interviews can be found at www.google.com.au/jobs/students
FYI, I've been in contact with Daniele Noel (Academic Programs Administrator) and we hope many RMIT students will be successful this year.
I can forward some generic
job descriptions if helpful should you wish to add these to the school website.
I tried calling earlier today but could only find a fax number. Do you have a
landline I can contact you on to discuss collaboration opportunities?
Otherwise please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Many thanks,
Will
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Will Blott
Campus Programs Manager, Australia
Google, Inc
Level 18, Tower 1, Darling Park
201 Sussex St.
Sydney, 2000 NSW
Australia
P: +61 2 9374 4000
www.google.com.au
Google is hiring! http://www.google.com.au/jobs