Dear Members,

This week, we would like to introduce OUEngSoc's Committee for 2010-2011. Do also check out the latest internship offerings from the Cornell Partnership, as well as Analysys Mason. Finally, some of you might be interested in the Hard vs. Soft Power conference happening 23-26th June at the Cambridge Union.

OUEngSoc Committee for 2010/11

We are pleased to introduce the new OUEngSoc Committee for 2010/11:

• Committee Adviser: Sunjiv Shah, St. Anne's
• President: Charles Hardwick, St. Catherine's
• Vice-President: Daniel Sperrin, St. Catherine's
• Treasurer: Tze Cheung, Keble
• Secretary: Shangqian Lee, University
• Sponsorship Officer: Jamie Dolan, Magdalen
• IT Officer: Ben Mather, Keble
• Marketing Officer: Sam Lysons, Lady Margaret Hall
• Events:
  • Bristi Gogoi, Trinity
  • Mikael Boukraa, St. Catherine's
  • Anne Bailey, Balliol
  • Rebecca Grady, Wadham
  • Anthony Butler, Balliol

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest and support for the OUEngSoc. Look forward to seeing you at future events!

Graduate and Internship Opportunities with Analysys Mason

Analysys Mason operates at the forefront of the telecoms, technology and media market space, helping to shape these industries by providing unrivalled strategic and operational consultancy to organisations and governments worldwide.

Not only has our work supported the growth and development of many of the global leaders within the sector but has helped enable the revolution in communications across emerging economies improving infrastructure, better access to services, facilitated economic growth and job creation.

In employing unique talent Analysys Mason has maintained its position as the leader in both strategic and operational consultancy in the telecoms, technology and media space for over 20 years. With over 250 staff internationally across 12 offices, we are respected worldwide for our exceptional quality of work, independence and flexibility in responding to client needs. As both an Intern and Graduate Consultant you will work within international project teams operating at the forefront of the market. By contributing to both bid activity and client delivery, you will begin to develop the array of consulting skills, methodologies and market expertise that will underpin your career.

As the successful applicant you will need to provide evidence of commercial understanding, exceptional reasoning skills, and demonstrate that you are prepared to take ownership of and be accountable for the quality of your work You have the skills to build relationships with colleagues and clients, and be able to work efficiently and creatively as part of a team. We are not just looking for academic excellence! Interests, ambitions and achievements outside education are equally important in the selection process.

For more information please and to apply go to http://www.analysysmason.com/Join-us/

Internship from the Cornell Partnership

"The Cornell Partnership is an independent recruitment boutique of experienced consultants based in the City. Working alongside world class organisations, we recruit the best graduates and professionals into front office investment banking, private equity, hedge funds, asset management, management consultancy and blue chip corporates."

They would like offer the following internship to the membership: Our client is an enterprising and rapidly growing research and consulting company that provides commercial insight and market expertise in:

Decentralised energy Low carbon energy services and strategies

They help organisations in Europe, North America and Asia understand and exploit opportunities in these markets. They work with senior decision makers in the major client groups: energy utilities, technology developers, oil & gas majors and policy institutions. Our client is seeking an Analyst who can play a key role in the consultancy and research services while supporting their future expansion and development. This is a substantial opportunity to: Become an international expert in specific DE sectors and low carbon markets. Advise leaders in the energy industry, the finance sector and governments around the world on how to exploit opportunities in these markets. Work in a stimulating, supportive and rewarding environment. Take growing levels of responsibility as the company expands.

Responsibilities will include:

• Researching and delivering high quality consultancy assignments.
• Researching and producing high value multi-client studies and membership-based research services.
• Building relationships with industry contacts, developing client relationships and contributing to the development of new business.

They are looking for:

• A high level of academic achievement, or a background of impressive achievement in your career to date.
• A profound desire for learning, becoming an expert and developing new contacts and networks.
• The confidence to apply a variety of research methods, including face-to-face and telephone discussion with industry experts and other professionals.
• Excellent writing, communication and organisational skills.

Application will be by CV and cover For more information about the role or to apply please contact Terri Loska at The Cornell Partnership on terri@cornellpartnership.com.

Hard Vs. Soft Power: Foreign Policy Strategies in Contemporary International Relations
Cambridge University (UK), June 23rd - 26th 2010

"Hard Vs. Soft Power" is an international congress that will explore the balance between hard and soft power in contemporary international relations and consider the future of the two approaches. The congress is a four day program of lectures, seminars, and panel discussions, being organised by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy in cooperation with the Cambridge Union Society.

For more information, check out
http://www.culturaldiplomacy.org/academy/index.php?en_hvs_conference-speakers

That's all for this week. For those taking exams this term: All the Best!

Yours,

Shangqian Lee