My name is Louis Smith, and I am the founder of local start-up LocoMotor Technologies, LLC. We are currently operating under the sponsorship of the SmartState Center of Economic Development in Tourism and Economic Development, under the direction of Dr. Simon Hudson in the USC College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, with an office in the local USC/Columbia Technology Incubator. I am currently seeking a Web Developer for a 3-6 month project here in the Columbia area. The project involves a mobile enabled coupon platform related to the leisure and tourism industries. Python experience is required, and Django preferred. Any interested candidates are asked to forward a resume and code examples to the following e-mail: lsmith@waterstonehospitality.com The project is set to begin within the next thirty days.

CALL FOR GAMES Indie Bits Gaming, part of the Indie Grits Film Festival, announces an open call for its inaugural game competition. The competition is open to all modes of game design and development, including serious and experimental. Indie Bits exists to showcase games by indie game developers from or currently living in the Southeast and/or with ties to the region. Indie Bits Gaming is a one-day celebration of independent gaming designed to foster collaboration between game developers and enthusiasts, academics and artists interested in games and gaming technologies. Award Categories include: technical quality, game design, innovation, student, art & serious gaming. http://www.indiebitsfest.com/

Hello USC, My name is Nathan Bernard, I am the founder of OpenFaux, we're an open source security project that has just been accepted into an accelerator program in Columbia, South Carolina. We're seeking someone with Python experience for our server-side lead position. The accelerator program has a public/private partnership with USC. It is located just outside of the campus at the USC Columbia Technology Incubator and begins February 15, 2014 . Thank you, Nathan Bernard nbernard@openfaux.org

A special report from the Economist reports how cheap and ubiquitous building blocks for digital products and services have caused an explosion in startups.

Describing what sorts of businesses these startups engage in would at best provide a snapshot of a fast-moving target. In essence, software (which is at the heart of these startups) is eating away at the structures established in the analogue age.

With the February 17th deadline approaching, could you please help us get the word out to undergraduates at University South Carolina Research Foundation about our summer research experience for undergraduates? Please circulate the announcement below to your undergraduates, appropriate d-lists, twitter, facebook groups, and professional organizations. Thank you. Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh have an exciting opportunity summer research experience for undergradates (REU) available for undergraduates. The application for this program is attached and can also be found at http://www.learnlab.org/opportunities/LearnLab_Summer_REU.php. This REU program is sponsored by LearnLab, a Science of Learning Center funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). We encourage applications from students who would like to conduct research in the fields of psychology, education, computer science, human-computer interfaces and language technologies. LearnLab's REU program allows talented undergraduates to spend 8 weeks during the summer in a research laboratory at Carnegie Mellon University, the University of Pittsburgh, or one of our research partners. The REU program supports LearnLab's commitment to training a diverse set of science, technology, education, and psychology leaders. Applications are encouraged from students who wish to learn to conduct research in a modern academic research laboratory under the guidance of experienced scientists and engineers and experiment in real classroom environments. The REU program will expose students to the excitement and opportunities of a research career. This experience will provide excellent preparation for students interested in subsequently pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. degree. Although students from other years may apply, this opportunity is most fitting for a student at the end of the junior year of undergraduate studies. Each student will receive a fellowship stipend of $4000 for the eight-week REU program. Food, housing and travel will also be provided. Students will conduct research in an area matched to the interests expressed in the student's application. Guidance and supervision of the research project will be provided by the faculty member as well as, in some cases, a postdoctoral fellow and/or advanced graduate student. Seminars specific to those participating in the REU program will be held weekly including seminars on graduate admissions and career opportunities in science, education, computer science and engineering. In addition, LearnLab seminars and those held by Carnegie Mellon's Human Computer Interaction Institute and Language Technologies Institute and seminars at Pitt's Language Research and Development Center will be open to the students, giving them exposure to a wide range of research in learning sciences. There are several benefits that the participating students may receive. If the studentâ?Ts research in the summer is of high quality and has added value to an ongoing research project, past students have been asked to be a coauthor on the research team's publication on that subject. Addition of publications to the resume of a graduate school applicant always greatly improves the application. If the quality of the research is high, the faculty member who advised the student would likely be willing to write a letter of recommendation for the student which could be included in a graduate school application. Research experience in one of the National Science Foundation's premier research centers will be viewed attractively. Finally, a summer spent in one of the National Science Foundation's premier project areas is a plus in an application whether it be for entry to Carnegie Mellon or the University of Pittsburgh or to any other institution. There are scholarships available for graduate work on projects in LearnLab. The student should inquire about these possibilities during the summer program. REU Program Dates: Students will begin their research experience on Sunday, June 1, 2014 with a welcoming reception and information session. The REU program will end on Friday July 25, 2014 with a poster session in the afternoon. Submission of an application indicates that the applicant agrees to be present from June 1 to 4pm July 25, 2014 inclusive. Application Deadline: Deadline for applications is February 17, 2014. Students will be informed of our decision by March 3, 2014. Minimum Requirements: Students should have a minimum of 3.5 GPA out of 4.0 although we will consider students who show by other measures that they are exceptional and who have GPAs over 3.2. Class standing and grades in specific subjects that are close to the field of research will also be considered, as are recommendations. Students must also be United States citizens or have a current F1 visa. Number of slots/ positions available: LearnLab can accommodate as many as 10 positions, although in any given year, we may decide to fund less than 10 applicants Best Regards, Michael Bett LearnLab Managing Director www.LearnLab.org

The Admissions Office is looking for enthusiastic dedicated undergraduate students to assist with recruitment this year by calling prospective students, admitted students and their parents. (Jose Vidal says: Note that if you are a Computer student, you will only be talking to High School students that have declared interest in majoring in Computers). Applications should possess strong communication skills, enthusiasm for USC, good work ethic, professionalism, and basic computer and telephone skills. Students are required to work a minimum of 2 nights per week during the hours of 5pm-9pm, Monday – Thursday throughout the year, except holidays. Telecounseling pays $7.50/hour and training begins on Monday, February 3. Applications are available in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions located on the Horseshoe in Lieber College. Application deadline: January 24 AT 5pm. For more information please call Alexander Scovel at 803-777-9106.

My name is Marshall Beattie and I am developing a new social network that will connect people on a level that is not even available today. I am looking for college students to create this app/website. College students are the target market, so there is no better candidate for the job. This is a great opportunity for whomever takes it. Cell number cell is 773-592-9131. email: beattipm@email.sc.edu

Deadline for Summer 2014: March 7, 2014 The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) is looking for qualified candidates to serve as interns during the Summer, Fall, and Spring terms. Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Enrolled in an accredited college or university during the internship period

Application Requirements

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Writing sample
• Unofficial transcript
• Letters of recommendation

For more information, or to apply, visit: www.wh.gov/ostp/about/student or email: internships@ostp.gov Upon selection for the OSTP Internship program, all candidates must consent to a security investigation and drug test prior to their start date. OSTP is an equal opportunity employer. T. Scott Little, PhD Director, SC EPSCoR/IDeA State Office Tel: 803-777-6206 Cell: 803-206-6020 slittle@mailbox.sc.edu http://www.scepscoridea.org

Please share this position with your students and graduates. Applications are only accepted online at www.santeecooper.com. Job Title: IT Security Analyst Requisition: 3068 Unit Name/Number: IT Security/46600 Posting Date: January 10, 2014 Work Location: Moncks Corner Contact: Employment Recruiting Status: Internal/External Contact Number: 843-761-4089 Closing Date: Until Filled Accountability: Implements and maintains security technologies (such as firewalls, web content filters, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and network sniffers) to protect corporate information assets. Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company data. Evaluates information system security risks for corporate information networks, systems, applications, and data, and recommends processes and technical solutions to mitigate risks and reduce the adverse effect of unauthorized transactions. Evaluates access requirements, and implements secure access to corporate networks, systems, files, and applications using the principle of least privilege. Provides analytical, and technical consulting support for system developers, business partners, and consultants requesting information resources. Qualifications Background: Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related degree is required. Must have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with management, customers, and coordinate with other members of the business team and technical team. Must be able to serve in “on-call” rotation. Candidates are expected to be proficient in: Network and Server Security, Firewall Administration, Problem Solving, Windows and Linux Operating Systems, IP Networking, Antivirus/Antimalware, System Patching, Internet content filtering, and Windows and Linux System Hardening. Network or Security related certifications preferred.” Will consider candidates with various experience levels. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

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City Internships provides structured Summer Internship Programs for students seeking to gain experience in Banking & Financial Services, Legal & Professional Services, IT & Technology, Art & Design, Marketing, Advertising & PR, Property & Construction, Media, Publishing & Entertainment and Science, Technology & Engineering. The Summer Internship Program operates in London, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong. Graduate unemployment is at a 17 year high in the UK and a 40 year high in the US*. The current graduate employment market is proving to be ineffective at matching graduates with careers that justify their potential. Our mission is to change this. Please share this email with your students if you think the Summer Internship Program would be of interest - The program prospectus can be viewed here. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Kind regards, Lewis Lewis Talbot | Programme Director D +44 (0)20 3141 8080 E lewis@city-internships.com

Job Title: Applications Analyst I Requisition: 3353 Unit Name/Number: Financial & HR Support/46710 Posting Date: December 16, 2013 Work Location: Moncks Corner Contact: Employment Recruiting Status: Internal/External Contact Number: 843-761-4089 Accountability: Reviews, analyzes, interprets, and modifies programming systems including coding, testing, debugging to support the organization's application systems. Consults with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives. May be expected to write documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, and corrections. Writes manual for users to describe operating procedures. Familiar with relational database concepts and application development concepts. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Follows approved life cycle methodologies.Qualifications Background: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree. An ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills enabling creative solutions to business and technical problems. This individual must have solid interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with management, clients, and various technical personnel within IT. Experience is preferred in the following: Enterprise Applications –Financial Applications and Corporate Reporting/Oracle Business Intelligence. Application Development Tools - JAVA, JAVASCRIPT, UNIX Scripting, HTML, XML, SQL, PL/SQL Closing Date: Until Filled I have just posted an Applications Analyst position in our IT department here at Santee Cooper. Please share this job posting with your students. They must apply online at www.santeecooper.com to be considered.

The Simms Initiatives, a large-scale digital humanities project at USC, is seeking a part-time programmer to develop a modular extension to our asset viewer. The Simms website uses a standard LAMP stack. Experience with PHP and relational MySQL databases required. Applicants will not be considered without PHP examples or samples. We would prefer someone with jQuery (or similar), HTML4+, and CSS experience. We would like to hire someone for up to 15 hours a week for spring semester and are offering $20/hour. We are physically located in the Thomas Cooper Library. While the initial work will be done on behalf of our project exclusively, several other on-campus entities are concurrently in need of similar project solutions. So, the work you do for us could have extensions to these other departments. If you or anyone you know could be interested in this opportunity, please contact Todd Hagstette at tclsimms@mailbox.sc.edu. We would like to get things started immediately. In the meantime, you can see our site at http://simms.library.sc.edu. Thanks.

On behalf of Ford Motor Company, we'd like to invite your faculty and students to participate in the Traffic Tamer App Challenge. This competition aims to recognize both new and existing software applications that can help reduce traffic congestion in London, and will award $25,000 in prizes. Ford is tapping into the talents of developers globally, hence our outreach to the community at University of South Carolina. Would you mind taking a look at the details at http://traffic.challengepost.com and letting me know if you'd be open to sharing this competition with your faculty and students? It's a great opportunity for global recognition & exposure, not to mention $25,000 in prizes, plus making a difference in the future for mobility. Applications can include functionality such as trip planning, traffic updates, weather, public transit, parking, and more. I've taken the liberty to attach a flyer and include a sample blurb and tweets below. Please feel free to pass them along. About the Traffic Tamer App Challenge Committed to addressing the future of mobility, Ford Motor Company is calling for new technologies that help drivers combat traffic in an ever-more gridlocked world through the Traffic Tamer App Challenge. This competition challenges developers from across the globe to submit new or existing apps that have the potential to help reduce congestion in London. Applications don’t necessarily have to include London-specific data, but developers should explain in their submission how their app can benefit drivers, pedestrians, and residents of the City. Applications can include functionality such as trip planning, traffic updates, public transit, parking, weather, and more. The use of Ford's OpenXC platform is encouraged but not required. The best apps will be awarded $25,000 prizes. Register for the competition and get further details at http://traffic.challengepost.com. The submission deadline is January 15, 2014. For those who are interested in helping spread the word, please feel free to use these tweets! .@Ford is calling developers around the world to submit apps that help reduce traffic. Earn $25K + recognition at http://cpo.st/traffictamer Help reduce traffic congestion on London streets! Enter a new/existing app in @Ford's $25K Traffic Tamer Challenge: http://cpo.st/traffictamer