Summer Internships at JPMorganChase in Tampa

I'm Leroy Clarke, College Recruiting Manager at JPMorganChase. I'm still recruiting college juniors for our Technology Summer internship Development Program. The paid internship program is 10 weeks, (June - August) and is based in Tampa. If aware of candidates graduating in December 2011 or May/June 2012 that would be interested in this summer internship program opportunity, please have them contact with their updated resume to Leroy.Clarke@jpmorgan.com The deadline to apply is Friday, April 8th. The internship program description is below for reference. I very much appreciate your continued support! Best Regards, Leroy Clarke Leroy Clarke | J. P. Morgan Chase | Corporate Development Program | Program Recruiter | 27/1 CMP | ( 212-552-0087 | + Leroy.Clarke@jpmorgan.com Corporate Technology Summer Internship Development Program JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Technology at JPMorgan Chase "Financial services can be thought of as a technology business with a financial domain of expertise," says Guy Chiarello, the Chief Information Officer at JPMorgan Chase & Co. We believe that our success rests on our ability to identify and implement technological solutions that anticipate client needs while providing employees with the tools that make JPMorgan Chase a premier place to work. We are a recognized leader in information technology aligned to the needs of specific business lines. While some IT professionals are business aligned, others work on firm-wide initiatives. Regardless of where they work, the overall mission of our IT specialists is to turn our applications, systems and infrastructure into a competitive advantage for the firm by coupling technological expertise with an understanding of our different strategic business visions. Program Overview JPMorgan Chase is seeking highly motivated individuals for opportunities within our Technology Summer Internship Development Program. The overall mission of JPMorgan Chase’s technology team is to establish technology as a competitive advantage for the firm by coupling technological expertise with an understanding of our strategic vision. Information technology supports the spectrum of staff functions that lie at the heart of virtually every aspect of our business. The goal of the Technology Summer Internship Development Program is to introduce and prepare participants for the information technology organization at JPMorgan Chase through a 10 week program. You will be exposed to different technology areas through varied training and presentations. Technology Summer Analysts join technology teams who are responsible for designing, developing and supporting the applications or projects that give our businesses their competitive edge. Summer Internship Program Details The Summer Internship Development Program is primarily for students entering their senior year of college, with some opportunities for rising sophomores and juniors. The Summer Internship Development Program is structured similarly to the full-time Technology Analyst Development Program. The variety of roles offered is vast and constantly evolving, with numerous opportunities to gain technology experience across all business areas. This creates a very exciting environment in which to launch a career. These are the different opportunities that are available within the Technology Summer Internship Development Program: Business Systems Analyst Identify, assess & record business needs Advise on options, risk & cost vs. benefit Research new and existing technology solutions Document & communicate requirements Translate documentation into test plans Ensure test plans are completed Execute unit testing & implementation of new application functionality Hold training sessions/demos Develop appropriate documentation Application Development Analyst Design, develop, code, test, debug & document applications Translate requirements into technical specifications Modify application codes Develop reporting capabilities Provide design recommendations for unit & integration testing of applications Create & test software application modules Service Delivery Analyst Perform production support for applications or technology infrastructure (i.e. networks, servers, desktops) Diagnose/resolve production problems Install/remove, configure & maintain operating system workstations & servers Evaluate, implement & manage software/hardware solution Ensure optimum system performance levels Analyze system support processes Create, manage & execute test plans/scripts Maintain template libraries & internal project documentation Execute progress reporting, defect tracking & risk assessments Qualifications Only those candidates who are highly motivated and eager to begin their career in technology within our organization will be considered. Business & Technical Acumen is required to succeed in the program. Specifically: Working towards a BA/BS degree, preferably In Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering is preferred A GPA of 3.2+ is preferred Working knowledge of C, C++, Java, C#, Visual Basic, SQL, networking and infrastructure and/or server administration. Previous related internship experience and/or other relevant experience is preferred Strong written/verbal communication skills Other program qualifications are centered on competencies interns and analysts need to demonstrate on a consistent basis in order to be successful at JPMorgan Chase & Co.: Corporate Perspective: The desire to understand the bigger picture beyond the team/business area/region and to understand and exceed client needs. Strong desire to work in the financial services industry. Delivery of Results: The ability to drive individual and team performance to exceed expectations and achieve business goals. Leadership: The ability to articulate a vision and harness/engage resources to achieve objectives while role-modeling corporate values & recognizing the business & social value of diversity. Must be flexible, adaptable to change, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Drive for Innovation & Improvement: The commitment to challenge & question the way things are done and seek improvements / new ways of doing things to maximize value add, optimize cost and minimize risk. Relationship Management: The ability to relate 1 on 1 and work inter-dependently with others - internal partners & colleagues as well as external clients & suppliers. Ability to collaborate with others in a results-driven, team-oriented environment. Personal Development (Self & Others): The passion for self-improvement and the desire to facilitate the development of others to achieve more than s/he believes may be possible. All candidates must have the eligibility to work permanently in the U.S. Hiring Location: Tampa, FL

Software Developers and Customer Support Engineers at Local Company (Unitrends)

Unitrends is looking for insanely great C and C++ software developers – from new graduates to senior technical leaders. Not average, not good, but great. People who love to write software. People who get up each morning looking forward to solving problems faster and better than other people. People who have a passion for great design and for radical simplification of complex issues through elegant coding. People who realize that no quality assurance group in the world ever created high quality software – instead, it’s the software developer’s responsibility to make sure it works and works well. People who get absolutely thrilled when they don’t just meet customer’s expectations but surprise and delight customers with software that meets not just anticipated but unanticipated but very real needs. Want to do virtualization? We got it. Want to work on concurrency? We got it. Cloud computing? Yep. Deduplication and replication? Absolutely. Want to work on advanced algorithmic issues that make the latest multi-core $1000+ processors from Intel run screaming in horror away before you bend that kind of power to your will? We got it. Want to work in Linux, Windows, and a bunch of other operating systems? We absolutely got it. In fact, the only thing “we don’t got” are enough truly wonderful software developers. That’s where you come in. We’d love to talk to you if you fit the bill. Depending on talent and experience, our salaries range from $45K to $120K, we have competitive benefits packages, and you’ll be joining a company that’s experiencing rapid growth through innovative and customer-centered products. If you love software, it will be the best thing you’ve ever done. E-mail us at tpatel@unitrends.com or call us at 803.727.1897. Tejal Patel Junior Project Manager 803 727 1897 Direct 803 454 0300 Main tpatel@unitrends.com Unitrends Rapid Recovery: Integrated. Simple. Elegant. www.unitrends.com CUSTOMER SUPPORT ENGINEER Here at Unitrends, we're looking for a motivated, energetic customer service engineer with a strong bias for action and a passion for solving tricky technical problems. Our Customer Support Engineers take full ownership and control of an issue without supervision, to develop and maintain excellent relationships with all our customers and partners. They are driven to continuously improve support services and customer satisfaction. In addition to the requirements listed below, you must be self-motivated, positive and proactive. Team leadership experience or readiness to lead puts you at a distinct advantage. To perform this job successfully, your background must demonstrate an understanding of quality and responsiveness. Here's what you'll need to join our team: Ability to operate with minimal supervision 3 to 5 years of technical support and/or product design experience Knowledge of the company*s products as well as other IT applications Able to perform bug verification, release testing and beta support for assigned products Ability to work across several computer environments and platforms. Requirements: Linux/Unix experience desired Some combination of Novell, AS400 (iSeries) and Windows experience preferred Knowledge of Exchange and Active Directory desired Knowledge of Disaster Recovery Plans and Procedures, backup processes, etc preferred Bachelor's degree and 2-5 years related experience and/or training, or, equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of the Software Life Cycle. Experience as a Team Leader or readiness to assume this role is strongly preferred. E-mail us at tpatel@unitrends.com or call us at 803.727.1897. Tejal Patel Junior Project Manager 803 727 1897 Direct 803 454 0300 Main tpatel@unitrends.com

Google Summer of Code

In this global program, now in its seventh year, university students receive a stipend to write code for open source projects, gaining experience in real-world software development and creating more source code which benefits everyone on the web. To apply, visit the program website, where you can review this year’s 175 accepted projects and submit your proposal.

Web App Development at Citizen Hill

A new local startup, called Citizen Hill, is in need of a web programmer who is well-versed in the Facebook API. The app includes the development of a fairly complex chat component. This web programmer would be granted equity in return for services, with the possibility of being hired as the company CTO.

If interested, contact Michael Stevens: citizenhill@yahoo.com

Starting Salaries

From this NY Times article on recruiting Computer majors.

Then there are salaries. Google is paying computer science majors just out of college $90,000 to $105,000, as much as $20,000 more than it was paying a few months ago. That is so far above the industry average of $80,000 that start-ups cannot match Google salaries. Google declined to comment.

Then later:

Colleges rarely teach the newer programming languages like PHP, Ruby and Python, which have become more popular at young Web companies than older ones like Java, he said. Other skills, like working with large amounts of data and analytics, can be acquired only at a few companies. “There are few programs that actually teach those things, and yet that’s the primary people we hire,” Mr. Lee said.

Err, we use Python in my class, also JavaScript, and jQuery, and the app engine, and...

C++ Programmer for Automated Trading Firm

Location: Mt Pleasant, South Carolina Description: C++ programmer to join innovative automated trading firm. Laid-back work environment with fast-paced action and collaborative approach. Great opportunity for creative and analytical developer who enjoys generating ideas and solving problems. Qualifications: * BS in Computer Science or relevant degree * Expert knowledge of C++ * Proficiency with Linux * Object Oriented Design/Programming * TCP/IP networking experience * Event driven programming * Financial market knowledge a plus but not required Please send resume to admin@edgewatertradingllc.com

POSSCON Last Chance!

This is your last chance to register for POSSCON, the Palmetto Open Source Conference. This is a huge conference on software, with talks by many famous people from the software industry, and it is right here in Columbia. Also, students can attend for free.

Webapp Developer at USC Incubator Company

Bluster Monkey is currently seeking out students at USC to help develop and grow a website that is adding a whole new level to social networking and forum discussions. We are a laid back company based out of the USC incubator with former Fortune 500 C-Level guidance. This is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new organization without the worry or concern over traditional workplaces that require suits and ties. We need several excited, bright, open-minded people, proficient in web development programming as well as animation software experience. Compensation will be discussed during interviews, which will require casual attire. Imagine coming to work in shorts and flip flops while everyone else is dressing up to sit in a cube all day. Requirements: Developer: Proficient in PHP, Ruby on Rails, or Python. Animator: Proficient with Adobe Air or equivalent animation software. Email Resume to bill@blustermonkey.com

Help Needed with Android App

Capital Connections Agency, CCA boasts a very successful track record booking major talent for events from coast to coast and all across the globe. Capital Connections’ pool of A-list talent turns the night life into a real cash cow for club owners and venues every year. CCA has location on both the East and West Coast, Paris, Spain and in Canada. CCA has been providing talent for over a decade and we do not plan to stop offering quality talent any time soon. I would love to have a team of USC students to build an Android App for Capital Connections Agency. I feel that this would be a great class project and something that your students, can also reference back to in the further. This will be the first talent booking agency android app made for mobile devices. After this task is done your school and students will get national news media attention. Thank you Android App Project: I want to have an app that allows buyer's to fill out offer forms for artist request from their mobile devices! http://www.capitalconnectionsagency.com/form.php durby.brandon@capitalconnectionsagency.com Please view the company website below! ttp://capitalconnectionsagency.com/ Please view the competition website below! http://www.icmtalent.com/ http://www.caa.com/

Alumnus Talks about his Graphics and Video Game Company

You might want to hear from one of our successful alumni, Chris King. He will be speaking on Monday evening, 5:30PM, February 21st, at an event called "Midnight Innovation - Celebrating Engineering, Computing, and Entrepreneurship" as part of our Engineer's Week celebrations. Mr. King, along with his partner Michael Sechrest, have been described as the classic innovator in video gaming, and more recently Avatar-like visual effects (see here). He has created in the ten years since graduating a very successful company in the video game middleware industry, which is now moving into cinema special effects with resounding accolades. Chris will share his and Michael's adventures with our students and faculty in this session.

Pizza and soft drinks will be provided.

Chris will be joined by Jeff McElroy, Al Quick, and James Clark (from Bang Technologies, Inc.) who have served on USC's Research Foundation Board and have been long-time supporters of USC CEC. They will also be joined by Dean Kress and Richard Robinson, both builders of the Faber Entrepreneurship Center @ USC.

GE Software

Did you know that GE ranks among the world’s top software companies? We’re committed to doubling our software portfolio in the next five years—and need your help to do it! At GE Global Research, we redefine what’s possible by finding answers to some of the world’s toughest problems in the energy, aviation, oil & gas, healthcare, and transportation industries. Our software engineers work hand-in-hand with GE’s businesses to invent meaningful solutions in all areas of software, including advanced software engineering; certified software systems; software systems engineering; software architecture; artificial intelligence; cyber-physical systems; cyber security; systems networking; semantic web; cloud, GPGPU, parallel computing; and data management. GE Global Research, the hub of technology development for GE’s businesses, is hiring for graduate-level positions in a variety of computer science, computer engineering, software architecture, and software engineering disciplines. Find out more about GE Global Research careers through our Software Research Webinar. Find out more at www.ge.com/research, and connect with our technologists at ttp://edisonsdesk.com, @GEResearchJobs and @EdisonsDesk.