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CGG/WRIPA Graduate and Internship Webinar - Wednesday 6 February

CGG will be hosting a webinar with the White Rose Industrial Physics Academy to share information about their graduate and internship programmes for Physics students. They will also be talking about their cutting-edge technology and you can find out more about a career with CGG, which is a French-based geophysical services company, founded in 1931, with three complementary businesses: Equipment, Acquisition and Geology.  The link to the stream can be found  here   and will be available from 2pm on Wednesday 6 February.  For more information about CGG, check  this link  

Unilever Leeds Research & Development Industrial Placement

The Unilever Deodorant Global R&D team, based in Leeds, has a few more student placement positions open for the 2019-2020 year. One key role is based with the R&D Digital team.    The 4 th  industrial revolution is having a profound impact on productivity through data utilisation, predictive technologies and AI approaches.  The R&D team has a number of ongoing predictive / modelling activities and we are looking for students to help support these with data  curation , aggregation and analytics.    Therefore, in addition to the traditional science and chemistry requirements, they are specifically looking for students that are also highly "data savvy".   If you are interested please talk to Mack Durham, Anne Booth or have a look at the information on the Careers Notice Boards in Hicks (Floors E and F).

SURE 2018 Showcase, 2019 Launch - 12 February 2019, 5-7pm

Registration is open to attend the Sheffield Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Showcase & Launch event on Tuesday 12 February 5pm-7pm:  https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/ sure/301/showcase      The SURE Showcase celebrates the success of last year's SURE student projects. Come and browse over 100 unique projects and talk to the students and staff who were involved. It is also a great opportunity to obtain key information about the application process for SURE 2019 and get your questions answered by the SURE Team. Why apply? SURE offers funded opportunities for undergraduate students to work in partnership with academic staff on a dedicated research project during the summer vacation.  Progress research interests and activities Increase research capacity to test an idea or theory Work with an enthusiast Provide a research opportunity for an undergraduate students Talks at 5.15pm, followed by the exhibition of work and complimentary refreshments. We l...

Industrial and Summer Placements at BT!

A great opportunity to gain valuable employment experience which will stand you in good stead for your post graduate career. https://www.btplc.com/Careercentre/earlycareers/graduates/internsandindustrialplacements/index.htm

Scientist Training Programme Open Day : Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust : Wednesday 30 January 2019

An exciting opportunity is open to Science graduates with a 2:1 degree or higher, or Undergraduates due to complete this summer. This is a Postgraduate course for applicants who wish to train to become a Clinical Scientist.  Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a successful candidate from the National NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP). There are many job opportunities in multiple disciplines across the country. There will be an Open Day for prospective candidates for the Healthcare Scientist Training Programme at Rotherham NHS Trust in Cardiac Science on Wednesday 30 January 2019 from 9.00 - 12.00. The open day will include: A general overview of the STP Programme How the Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust supports trainees to maximise their training Stands, including poster and departmental information Current STP student and staff representation, to answer questions on specific areas  See this link which gives more details of all the ...

Are internships worth it?

A successful intern at L'Oreal shares her insights and explains why placements and work experience are extremely valuable to students, both in terms of their academic performance and their employability skills: There really are more than 5 reasons why internships are worth doing but  in case you're still deciding    here are my top 5

NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) - applications open 9 January 2019!

Applications to the STP are due to open at 1.00pm on Wednesday 9 January 2019. The Scientist Training Programme (STP) is a three year training programme that includes work-based and academic learning. Whilst on the programme you will also complete a part-time master's degree at the university offering your chosen specialism. The aim of the STP is to attract, select and retain the very best people to clinical scientist posts. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 8 February 2019 and more information, including all key dates, is available from the  National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS) website, summarised below: General entry requirements Job Description Person Specification Trainee Clinical Scientist Advertisement Applicants should contact the NSHCS for general queries regarding the national recruitment process:  hcsapplicants@hee.nhs.uk . All the information and possible questions are covered on the guide and the  FAQ section  on the NSHCS website...

**WIN** expert mentoring to start your own business with Barclays!

You’ve been struck by a great tech idea that could help your community. You’ve got dreams of making your idea a business one day. We want to help now. The Barclays Local Genius challenge is on the hunt for students across the UK. With regional finals in Glasgow, London, Northampton and Radbroke (Knutsford) we’re throwing the net wide to find future entrepreneurs with real potential to help the community around them. What’s in it for you? Throughout the challenge stages, our entrants gain one-to-one mentoring and business training, skills workshops and advice to set any start-up apart from the crowd. And that’s just by taking part. If you win the national finals at our London HQ, you’ll have dedicated experts at Barclays, ready to give you the guidance and connections you need to get your business started right now – even while you’re still at university. Steps to enter Enter your tech idea on our website Our panel of Barclays colleagues and business leaders pick t...

Data Analyst role at Open Energi in London

" Open Energi create advanced technology to deliver an affordable, zero carbon energy future. We automate and optimise a network of distributed energy resources to radically reduce energy costs and provide flexible capacity to enable a 100% renewable energy system. Our   Dynamic Demand 2.0   platform uses artificial intelligence to safely co-ordinate distributed energy resources at scale and trade flexibility across energy markets in real-time. Since 2011, Open Energi have connected over 3,500 assets at over 400 sites, working with leading businesses, utilities, developers and technology partners to deliver innovative solutions that are transforming how energy is supplied and consumed". Open Energi are advertising for a data analyst - details via this link:   https://www.openenergi. com/data-analyst-vacancy/ If you are interested and would like assistance to apply, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Anne Booth or Mark Quinn.

Job Opportunities at Thales, Doncaster

The people we all rely on to make the world go round – they rely on Thales. In a world that is increasingly fast moving, unpredictable – and full of opportunities, they come to us with big ambitions: to make life better, to keep us safer. Combining a unique diversity of expertise, talents and cultures, our architects design and deliver extraordinary high technology solutions.  Solutions that make tomorrow possible, today. From the bottom of the oceans to the depths of space and cyberspace, we help our customers think smarter and act faster - mastering ever greater complexity and every decisive moment along the way. Whatever it takes. Check this link to see our latest jobs at Thales, Doncaster. 

Why I'm thinking about employability during my first year of university

He may have only just finished his first year but Jonathan Frost is already doing all he can to prepare himself for the job market. He explains why he's putting his CV ahead of his studies  'Getting involved in clubs and societies in his my year has strengthened my skill set,' says Jonathan Frost.  Having just completed my first year, I wouldn't say that employability is high on most first year students' priorities or, for some, is even recognised as a priority at all. Most students value their academic progress or social life, and with good reason, but what is the purpose of university if not for further equipping students for the job market? With many universities set to charge £9,000 a year for tuition fees, the university experience should be about getting value for money from day one. This means leaving with more than a degree after an expensive few years. A degree alone is no longer enough to get a return on investment. The advice I receive...

The Ogden Trust Teach Physics Internship Programme 2019

The Teach Physics 2019 Internship Programme provides 4-5 week placements in school science departments for students to gain an intensive experience of teaching physics as well as developing transferable skills for other careers. Deadline for applications is Sunday 3 February 2019. Look for the flyers on the Careers Noticeboards and around the department, read about it on the Ogden Trust Website, or come and talk to Anne in Hicks F10.

Student Research Engineer Placement: Gill Research and Development - Summer 2019

Are you a Physics student who is enthusiastic, clear thinking, with initiative and an ability to work independently? Then Gill Research and Development have the placement for you! You will be involved in the development of new sensing technologies including ultrasonic, optical and electromagnetic principles. You will analyse and informally present findings, engaging in discussions with experts in the field. The placement will commence between June and October 2019 and run for a year. Email your CV and covering letter to Mathew Middleton by 22 February 2019 but before that, come along to one of our CV sessions in Semester 2. Watch out for the information coming your way. You can contact Mathew on the email above or 01590 613414 for more information.  Or visit the company website .

NHS Scientist Training Programme - applications opening January 2019 for Final Year and PGT Students

Applications for the NHS Scientist Training Programme open in January 2019. These are normally open for a three-week period and a number of hospital trusts are now advertising their Open Days on the National School of Healthcare Science website. See this link for all the details.

South Yorkshire Futures: Paid Summer Internships - Wednesday 12 December 2018

On Wednesday 12 December at 11am in LT3 Hicks, David Ashley will be talking about the PAID teaching internship programme - ALL WELCOME! (but scheme open to those in penultimate year of study) Details of the scheme are given below: South Yorkshire Futures are expecting to be able to offer a significant number of paid school based internships  for undergraduates studying maths, physics, engineering and related subjects in June/July 2019. The internship aims to develop communication, interpersonal, planning and organisational skills and to provide experience of teaching maths and/or physics in excellent schools. • Each internship will last for 4 weeks and participating undergraduates will be paid £1200 (£300 per week). • Even if you do not intend to become a teacher,  the programme offers much to all undergraduates in terms of developing communication, organisation and planning skills that will be beneficial for many careers as well as enhancing your ...

12-month technology placements in Luxembourg & London at Schroders

Below are 2 fantastic opportunities for the global asset manager firm Schroders, who are looking for students from STEM degree backgrounds for their Luxembourg and London 12-month placements. Technology sits at the heart of everything Schroders do, from providing creative solutions to designing and developing cutting edge products. This placement will allow you to broaden your expertise and discover which area of technology you enjoy the most. Company Schroders, the Global Asset Manager Locations London & Luxembourg Roles 12-month Technology Placements Salary Competitive Assessment date 31st January 2019 Start Date 24th June 2019 Deadline 10th December 2018 Why should you apply? From day 1 you will be getting practical, hands on experience to   help you to build your knowledge and learn multiple different coding languages. You will be working in small teams giving you focused attention and exposure to expert individuals in sen...

Careers Opportunities for Physicists in the Finance and IT Sectors: Thursday 6 December

Come along to Lecture Theatre B, Hicks Building at 2.00 pm to learn about how you can put your Physics skills to use in the IT and business world. Dan Travers, who has over 20 years' experience in trading, risk management, software and financial modelling, delivered a busy session this week with those attending commenting "There are a lot of opportunities in the world of finance for physicists" and "Helpful session". This talk will be repeated on Thursday 6 December. No need to book, just turn up and find out how your Physics skills can translate into jobs in these sectors.

Careers Talk - Tuesday 4 December, LT11 Hicks, 12.00 noon

Everyone is invited to our 2nd Careers Talk which  will take place on Tuesday 4 December at 12 noon in LT 11 Hicks. A former Maths graduate from Sheffield, Tess Spence, and the co-founder of the company "Peak Indicators", Andy Ball, will be coming to chat about graduate opportunities in their data analytics company, based in Chesterfield.  Please see details below: We have an exciting opportunity to join Peak Indicators - a Business Analytics consultancy that has delivered over 200 customer engagements and has an excess of 250 years of Analytics experience. Based at our hub in Chesterfield, we recruit for attitude and train for skill. Starting with four weeks of 'bootcamp', our new graduates will be trained in data warehousing, analytics and Business Intelligence tools. Graduates will then work alongside experienced Business Intelligence Consultants and Specialists on a range of different projects in areas such as Finance, Retail and Sport.  If this sounds...

Join Boulby Laboratory's Amazing Science Team!

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Desperately Seeking Applications from people with a range of levels of experience/training - those with a PhD already and those not yet - so the post appointment level and role will depend on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. Closing Date 2 December 2018 All the info you need, and more, is here

Opportunity at the European Space Agency: Young Graduate Trainee for Science and Exploration Communication and Outreach

The European Space Agency (ESA) is looking for more than 100 bright minds to join its team! The opportunities are mainly in Engineering, Science, IT, Natural/Social Science, Business and Administration services, and will be open for applications until 16 December 2018.  The Young Graduate Trainee (YGT) programme offers a one-year experience at ESA to students in their final year of a Master’s degree or recently graduated, and is a launch pad for many exciting opportunities within the space and STEM industry . It's based at the EAC, Porz-Wahn, Germany and you will earn approximately €2,300 per month. You have to be either a citizen of an ESA Member State or a European Cooperating State. There are also other similar opportunities involving STEM and outreach. Please see this link for all the information you need. 

What can I do with a physics degree?

Read this guide from Target Jobs to find out .............. Link

Student Placement 2019-2020 - Noise and Vibration Division, Royal Air Force

The Noise and Vibration Division (NV Div) within the Royal Air Force at the Centre of Aviation Medicine  would like to offer a student placement to start in the summer (June or July) of 2019 and to run for 48 weeks. The type of applicants they are looking for need to have the ability to measure and analyse data, write reports and be able to work as part of a team.  More details are shown below. If you require any further information, please contact anne.booth@sheffield.ac.uk or call into F10 Hicks Building.  Salary approx £19,500 per annum Closing Date 8 January 2019 The Noise and Vibration Division (NVDiv) of the Royal Air Force Centre of Aviation Medicine are essentially acoustic consultants for the RAF. We undertake occupational and environmental noise and vibration surveys and act as a focal point for expert advice for anyone within the RAF who requires information.   We also carry out work for the Ministry of Defence, the Army, the Royal Navy and NATO...

Exploration of Career Opportunities within the Engineering Sector - Careers Events within Physics

Have you ever been interested in the application of physics to engineering problems? Many physicists develop very successful careers in the engineering sector whether in industry or physics research.  On Thursday 22 November,  Dr  Richard   French  will lead a session on helping you understand these possibilities and why physics graduates are in demand in the engineering sector. Come along to discover: How  your transferable skills match with jobs in the Engineering sector Why  the engineering sector needs Physics graduates What you need to know about AMRC  See you there 2.00 pm in Lecture Theatre B on Thursday.

How to write a good CV for Industry

If you want a job in hi-tech industry, it pays to tailor your CV so that it makes the most of your business-relevant skills and expertise, says Andrew Hirst .  Andrew is the year in industry placement co-ordinator at the Department of Physics, University of York. He is also the project manager for the White Rose Industrial Physics Academy.  Read this Institute of Physics article to discover how to customise your CV to show how you can apply your physics knowledge to solve real technical problems. 

Facility Scientist/Science Support Technician wanted at STFC's Boulby Underground Laboratory

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic and motivated person to take the role of Facility Scientist / Science Support Technician to work with existing staff to facilitate and support the exciting growing science programme of the Boulby Underground Laboratory. We welcome applications from people of a range of levels of experience and training. The post appointment level and role will depend on experience and qualifications. Closing date 2 December 2018. Follow this link for details on how to apply. http://www.topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc247486_8914.aspx

PLACEMENT YEAR - STFC

Follow this link for a year placement opportunity with STFC at ISIS. http://www.topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc246524_8623.aspx

EVENT: Earth observation remote sensing workshop 2018

***PHYSICS STUDENTS ACTIVELY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AND INCLUDES SPONSORSHIP TO ATTEND*** ESA’s Education Office, with the support of the Science, Applications & Climate Department, is now inviting applications from Master and PhD students enrolled in engineering or science degrees for an exciting new workshop on Earth Observation Remote Sensing. The selected students will be sponsored by ESA. The sponsorship will cover accommodation and meals, as well as up to 200 Euros for travelling to Belgium. ESA is dedicated to Earth Observation (EO) satellite missions, being the driving force behind the Sentinels missions, among many others, such as the small Proba-V one. EO satellites are vital for supporting the daily lives of people all around the globe, and will be at the forefront of efforts to confront future challenges. The remote sensing data they generate enables rapid responses to natural disasters such as flooding; the monitoring of vegetation and agriculture; optimisation o...

Week 2 careers session

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Slides from week 2 here - to help you prepare for the WRIPA careers fair but also useful for finding jobs and placements and also figuring out what you want to do. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1V9-DBJ6Moyoi0aIMWJdGIvs0pcuo9rwWyhnpDtTiEPE/edit?usp=sharing

EVENT: The 2018 Electric Propulsion Lecture Series run by European Space Agency.

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Thursday 18th – Friday 19th October The Octagon, Queen Mary University London, Mile End Rd E1 4NS Nearest Tube: Mile End / Stepney Green Calling all space science & engineering students! (Particularly Physics PhD students) The 2018 Electric Propulsion Lecture Series – FREE ENTRY! If you’re studying space science or engineering at university, don’t miss a unique opportunity to learn from the experts about electric propulsion, a cutting edge technology enabling next generation space exploration and satellite missions. The 2018 Electric Propulsion Lecture Series comes to London after events in Amsterdam and Madrid in 2016 and 2017, and features talks from world-renowned experts on topics such as the BepiColombo Mercury explorer, new technologies, and the SABRE synergetic rocket engine. Lunch will be kindly provided by Thales Alenia Space Ltd. To register and for more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-2018-epic-workshop-for-electric-propulsion-tickets-4908557...

PLACEMENTS: AWE

Placement opportunities at AWE: https://awepeople.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers In particular there are different adverts for:- Radiation-Detection--Instrumentation-&-Engineering Systems-Assessment-Scientist Material-Physics Computational-Physics Mechanical--Electrical--Systems-Engineering Cyber-Security Environmental-Sciences Project-Management

EVENT: 5th Physics Industry Recruitment and Placement Fair - SIGN UP NOW!

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Wednesday 10 October 2018 from 12.00 – 15.30 Exhibition Centre, University of York   **FREE to attend with return coach travel from Sheffield Uni for those registered** More than 35 employers looking to recruit undergraduate and postgraduate physicists for year in industry placements, internships, graduate-level roles and research and development positions. Employers attending are from a diverse range of sectors, including medical, engineering, patent law, science writing, geoscience, aerospace and many more. Explore new directions with employer panel discussions focused on Medical Physics and Technologies, IT and Artifi cial Intelligence, Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing, and High-tech, Consulting and Research and Development. Polish your credentials in employer-led CV Clinics and connect with employers through presentations. For more details and to book your place with FREE return coach travel from Sheffield University for those pre-registered visit: 5th_physics_f...

Slides from week 1 careers sessions

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Please find the slides from the introductory careers sessions this week here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TOH25pM2SNJnkHNnw2pXmkCBKNFscizThElSQx02tR4/edit?usp=sharing More info on the upcoming sessions this semester available in full post... Autumn Term Events 2018 WEEK 1:   Careers overview - Session 1 Monday 24 September at 4pm , LTB Hicks (and repeated) Thursday 27 September at 2pm , LTB Hicks WEEK 2:   Careers overview - Session 2 Monday 1 October at  4pm , LTB Hicks (and repeated)  Thursday 4 October at 2pm , LTB Hicks Gradcracker Tuesday 2 October at 1pm , LTE Hicks ‘Finding your perfect STEM internship/graduate job’ Our talk will go through the tips and tricks we’ve learned through meeting our employers, the best ways to apply for a placement/opportunity and what employers look for. WEEK 3:   WRIPA fair Wednesday 10 October , York FREE EVENT WITH RETURN COACH TRAVEL FROM SHEFFIELD - (pre-registration required) R...