A note from Google...

Google is invested in increasing the pipeline of future computer scientists and software developers, particularly those who are historically underrepresented in the field. Many aspiring computer scientists could benefit from a program that bridges the gap between academic study and a professional internship. Google wants to inspire these students to continue in the field with such programs. With this in mind, Google is excited to announce our summer 2013 opportunities for Freshmen & Sophmores! Opportunities for Freshman Only: Freshmen Engineering Practicum [www.google.com] What is it: Freshmen Engineering Practicum is a 12 week internship program at our Google Headquarters in Mountain View, CA. The program includes three main components: a software project, skills-based training, and professional development. Who should apply: Current freshmen majoring, or intending to major, in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering. Students who are a member of a group that is historically underrepresented in the technology industry are encouraged to apply. More information: Please visit this site [www.google.com] for more information and to apply today! The deadline to apply is February 1, 2013. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we encourage students to apply early. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at fep@google.com. Opportunities for Freshman AND Sophomores: Chrome Academy [google.com] What is it: Chrome Academy is a week long program at our Google Headquarters in Mountain View, CA. Program participants will learn how to conceptualize and build mobile and Chrome applications. When is it: June 16th - June 22nd Who should apply: Current freshmen or sophomores who are majoring in Computer Science or a related field and who have proficiency (1-2 years experience) programming in Javascript, CSS, and HTML. Questions? Visit google.com/students/chromeacademy [google.com] or feel free to contact us at chrome-academy-questions@google.com Android Camp [google.com] What is it: Android Camp is a week long program at our Google Headquarters in Mountain View, CA which features interactive and collaborative Android curriculum. �Participants will learn how to build Android applications from scratch! When is it: June 9th - June 15th Who should apply: Current freshmen or sophomores who are majoring in Computer Science or a related field and who have proficiency (1-2 years experience) programming in Java and who have little to no experience programming in Android. Questions? Visit google.com/students/androidcamp [google.com] or feel free to contact us at android-camp-questions@google.com I want to know more! To learn more about these programs and to submit your application, please visit our website at google.com/students/usprograms [google.com]. Applications for both programs open on January 22nd and the deadline to apply is March 17th. When applying, please be sure to check the box to let us know if you?d like to be considered for one or both of these programs. If you would like to be considered for both programs, there is no need to apply twice!
  • Tutorials on Mondays will be held for special sessions. Announced beforehand. Thursday practicals (=labs) will be held weekly. Please make sure you attend. The work you do there is important, making it easy to keep up and learn. Some of your marks come from the lab as well, if that extra little push helps.