compsoc-freshers February 2021

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Week 6 Newsletter: Mini Hackathon with UMCS!
by Matthew Ruddy 23 Feb '21

23 Feb '21

Hey everyone, Our next social event this term is the Mini Hackathon! This term’s Mini Hackathon is especially exciting as we’re doing it in collaboration with the University of the West Indies Mona Computing Society! Note that this event starts at 5PM. This will be the largest scale we’ve had for an event as a committee, so don’t miss out! Learn to Code also continues this week on Thursday! Whether you’re keen to learn programming or have experience and want to help others learn, it’s a great opportunity. We’ve also got sponsor messages this week from TPP, Citadel and Google so check them out below. *In week 7 this term, we’ll be having our AGM. Most importantly, this includes elections for the 2021-2022 committee. * *It’s a great opportunity and well worth your consideration if you’re interested in running for a position. If you have any other topics or motions you’d like us to discuss in the AGM, please send them to us so we can add them to the agenda.* If you aren’t already on the CompSoc Discord, you can *join it here <https://discord.gg/RhvsMSn>* to take part in social events and keep in touch with other members. /- Matthew and the rest of the committee/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Events Mini Hackathon <https://www.facebook.com/events/864450907734278/> *17:00, Saturday, Week 6, Discord* This terms Mini Hackathon will be hosted in collaboration with the University of the West Indies Mona Computing Society. Come and join us on our Discord and take part. This event starts at 5pm GMT, and finishes at 1am GMT. The theme will be released at 6pm GMT, but please make sure to arrive early if you want to work in a pair. Learn To Code <https://www.facebook.com/events/447419216269849> *19:00, Thursday, Week 6, Zoom* Learn to code! If you want to learn how to write code or refresh your knowledge, this course will teach introductory programming in the Python language with no prior experience necessary. Programming is a useful skill in a range of subjects and having some knowledge of it is a great way to improve your CV. Alternatively, if you’re already a CS student and would like to volunteer to help teach others some introductory Python, please contact the committee (replying to this email is fine) and we’ll get you connected! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sponsor Notices TPP TPP has some exciting news to share… the starting salary for many of our graduate roles has just increased to £50,000 with no crazy hours and no experience required! Apply now via their website: https://tpp-careers.com/roles/ <https://tpp-careers.com/roles/> Citadel/Correlation One *COMING THIS SPRING - Europe Regional Terminal* We are excited to announce Europe Regional Terminal <https://terminal.c1games.com/europe_regional>, a $25,000 coding competition for talented undergraduate, graduate, and PhD students. Taking place between March 8-15, the competition will be virtual and teams will be able to work remotely on their submissions for a week on their own schedules. APPLY HERE <http://terminal.c1games.com/europe_regional> Terminal is a novel games-based AI challenge, where players code strategies to automate gameplay, battling team vs team for prize money and job opportunities. Check out this brief clip <https://vimeo.com/283777731> to see Terminal in action! Event Highlights include: * $25,000 in cash prizes! * Opportunity to showcase your coding skills in a novel competition! * Consideration for interviews with Citadel and Citadel Securities! *Admissions are made on a rolling basis and applications are due 11:59 PM on Tuesday, March 2nd.* Please direct any questions to roysi(a)correlationone.com <mailto:roysi@correlationone.com> Google *Ability@Google* Ability@Google will celebrate and support students with disabilities* or long term health conditions, and showcase the career opportunities at Google. During the event, delegates will have the chance to network with other students, meet Googlers from Google’s Ability Network, enjoy a talk on the topic of accessibility at Google and participate in a panel discussing using your disability to your advantage and positioning it positively. *Disability includes, but is not limited to, conditions such as visual and hearing impairments, mobility impairments, Asperger’s Syndrome, diabetes, epilepsy, dyslexia, dyspraxia, mental health conditions, speech impairments and major illnesses such as cancer and MS. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. 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Week 5 Newsletter: Quiz Night and Cisco Tech-Talk!
by Matthew Ruddy 15 Feb '21

15 Feb '21

Hey everyone, Our next social event this term is Quiz Night! Test your knowledge and compete with your fellow members to come out on top and claim a prize! This week’s tech talk is from Cisco, entitled “Have Your Robots Call My Robots”. Apologies again that it had to be rescheduled but it looks like a good one so be sure to join in this Wednesday! Learn to Code also continues this week on Thursday! Whether you’re keen to learn programming or have experience and want to help others learn, it’s a great opportunity. Just one sponsor message this week from Google so check it out below, with more info in the attached PDF. *In week 7 this term, we’ll be having our AGM. Most importantly, this includes elections for the 2021-2022 committee. * *It’s a great opportunity and well worth your consideration if you’re interested in running for a position. If you have any other topics or motions you’d like us to discuss in the AGM, please send them to us so we can add them to the agenda.* If you aren’t already on the CompSoc Discord, you can *join it here <https://discord.gg/RhvsMSn>* to take part in social events and keep in touch with other members. /- Matthew and the rest of the committee/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Events Quiz Night <https://www.facebook.com/events/124373212907058/> *19:00, Saturday, Week 5, Discord* Come and join us on our discord for quiz night! Answer fun CS themed questions, and answer as many right as you can to win the quiz! Prizes will be available! Cisco Tech Talk - Have Your Robots Call My Robots <https://www.facebook.com/events/134461721873018/> *18:00, Wednesday, Week 5, Zoom* Creating a better, cheaper Internet for all depends on network operations moving away from humans to software automatons This raises technical challenges, where techniques originating in automated theorem proving are highly practical. This is an accessible talk, that won’t assume deep knowledge of either networking or formal methods. Click here <https://zoom.us/j/96922362188?pwd=bGxadzlQNGZjV3RDYWZOVDMzTGREQT09> to join the Zoom meeting. Learn To Code <https://www.facebook.com/events/447419209603183/> *19:00, Thursday, Week 5, Zoom* Learn to code! If you want to learn how to write code or refresh your knowledge, this course will teach introductory programming in the Python language with no prior experience necessary. Programming is a useful skill in a range of subjects and having some knowledge of it is a great way to improve your CV. Alternatively, if you’re already a CS student and would like to volunteer to help teach others some introductory Python, please contact the committee (replying to this email is fine) and we’ll get you connected! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sponsor Notices Google *Ability@Google* Ability@Google will celebrate and support students with disabilities* or long term health conditions, and showcase the career opportunities at Google. During the event, delegates will have the chance to network with other students, meet Googlers from Google’s Ability Network, enjoy a talk on the topic of accessibility at Google and participate in a panel discussing using your disability to your advantage and positioning it positively. *Disability includes, but is not limited to, conditions such as visual and hearing impairments, mobility impairments, Asperger’s Syndrome, diabetes, epilepsy, dyslexia, dyspraxia, mental health conditions, speech impairments and major illnesses such as cancer and MS. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/ <http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/>.

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Week 4 Newsletter: Movie Night!
by Matthew Ruddy 08 Feb '21

08 Feb '21

Hey everyone, Our next social event this term is Movie Night! Join us on Discord and we’ll all vote on a movie to watch together, as is tradition. This week’s tech talk is from TPP, titled “Research into large scale COVID data”. Note that this talk is happening at 3pm, see below for more info. Learn to Code also continues this week on Thursday! Whether you’re keen to learn programming or have experience and want to help others learn, it’s a great opportunity. We’ve also got messages from Citadel, Google and the Oxford University Careers Service this week, more info in the attached PDFs and below. *In week 7 this term, we’ll be having our AGM. Most importantly, this includes elections for the 2021-2022 committee. * *It’s a great opportunity and well worth your consideration if you’re interested in running for a position. More info to come, so stay tuned!* If you aren’t already on the CompSoc Discord, you can *join it here <https://discord.gg/RhvsMSn>* to take part in social events and keep in touch with other members. /- Matthew and the rest of the committee/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Events Movie Night <https://www.facebook.com/events/2812459505709248/> *19:00, Saturday, Week 4, Discord* Join us on our discord this Saturday for Movie Night! We’ll be watching a film chosen by popular vote, so come and watch something fun! TPP Tech Talk - Research Into Large Scale COVID Data <https://www.facebook.com/events/2000265243445465/> *15:00, Wednesday, Week 4, Zoom* We are holding a Tech Talk this Wednesday with TPP, who are talking about their research into COVID data. Come and join us on zoom to learn more and ask any questions you have! Click here <https://zoom.us/j/99431649606?pwd=M0FDemdxZFVET2tUTDR3aHNnN25BQT09&fbclid=I…> to join the meeting. Learn To Code <https://www.facebook.com/events/447419202936517> *19:00, Thursday, Week 4, Zoom* Learn to code! If you want to learn how to write code or refresh your knowledge, this course will teach introductory programming in the Python language with no prior experience necessary. Programming is a useful skill in a range of subjects and having some knowledge of it is a great way to improve your CV. Alternatively, if you’re already a CS student and would like to volunteer to help teach others some introductory Python, please contact the committee (replying to this email is fine) and we’ll get you connected! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sponsor Notices Citadel Attached are flyers with info on the following events: * Europe Regional Datathon <https://www.citadel.com/careers/the-data-open/> (February 15 – 22): Do you love working with data and building data driven apps to problem solve? Then this is for you! Work in a team to tackle challenges that touch the global markets, with the opportunity to win cash prizes and reach the Data Open final. * Europe Regional Terminal <https://terminal.c1games.com/europe_regional> (March 8 - 15): A games based coding competition working in teams - watch your algorithm compete and have the opportunity to win cash prizes! Google Hello folks, Google is proud to partner with CompSoc again this year and we’re excited to be bringing you a technical interview workshop. We’ll be joined by two Google software engineers who will share some top tips for tackling the coding interviews, walk you through some previously used interview questions, and answer any questions you may have. *When:* Wednesday 10th March 2021, 6pm - 7.30pm GMT *Where:* Virtually over Google Meet *Sign Up:* Use this link to sign up to the event <https://events.withgoogle.com/technical-interview-workshop-compsoc> Sign up as soon as you can, and you’ll be sent a link to a Google hangout before the event. Look forward to meeting you all! Georgina University Programs Team Oxford University Careers Service Global Internships now available as part of the Summer Internship Programme 2021! The Summer Internship Programme 2021 <http://newsletter.admin.ox.ac.uk/c/1wpytAZmWCNowZphBQ5UTHNx> is open for applications! The first batch of international opportunities is now live, featuring more than 150 summer internships in a wide range of sectors, taking place in over 20 countries. Browse and navigate the list of internships in the COMPUTER SCIENCE, TECH: IT & MACHINE LEARNING SECTOR <https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/the-summer-internship-programme-sector-list#co…> and our full list of international internships by sector <https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/the-summer-internship-programme-sector-list>. Internships can take place remotely or in-person at the employer’s premises. These arrangements are considered carefully according to the circumstances surrounding each placement. The Internship Office works closely with employers and students to ensure that Covid-19 safety measures are adhered to for each internship. Students can apply for up to 3 international internships with a one-page CV and a 600-word personal via CareerConnect <http://newsletter.admin.ox.ac.uk/c/1wpyvDJ9kzo1Y8v18Vq50m50> *by Monday, 15 February*. /Featured summer internship:/ TNG, a Technology Consulting company based in Germany, is offering 10 internships of 8 weeks in Software Development. If you possess good IT skills and have an analytical mindset, this opportunity might be for you. Apply now on CareerConnect: https://oxford.targetconnect.net/leap/jobs.html?id=100877&service=Careers+S… <https://oxford.targetconnect.net/leap/jobs.html?id=100877&service=Careers+S…> Deadline: *15 February* Looking for guidance with your application? The Internship Office offers weekly ‘Summer Internship Application Support Sessions’ which can be booked through CareerConnect in the ‘Appointments’ section. During these sessions, a member of the Internship Office will provide advice on how to write a winning CV and personal statement. Stay up to date with our internship programmes by signing up to the Internship Office email alerts and visiting the Internship Office Facebook page. For any questions, please email internships(a)careers.ox.ac.uk <mailto:internships@careers.ox.ac.uk>. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/ <http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/>.

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Cisco Tech Talk Rescheduling
by Matthew Ruddy 03 Feb '21

03 Feb '21

Hey everyone, Due to an unfortunate mistake on my part with regard to the planned time for the Cisco talk tonight titled “Have Your Robots Call My Robots”, the talk has been rescheduled for the 17th of February. Apologies for the short notice and any inconvenience caused. /- Matthew/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? Go to http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/ <http://lists.ox.compsoc.net/mailman/listinfo/>.

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Week 3 Newsletter: Board Game Night!
by Matthew Ruddy 01 Feb '21

01 Feb '21

Hey everyone, Our next social event this term is Board Game Night! Join us on Discord for some virtual board and/or card games! We also have a tech talk from Cisco this Wednesday titled “Have Your Robots Call My Robots”, see below for more details. Learn to Code also continues this week on Thursday, whether you’re keen to learn programming or have experience and want to help others learn, it’s a great opportunity! We’ve also got messages from the Oxford University Careers Service and Cisco this week, see below to check them out. *In week 7 this term, we’ll be having our AGM. Most importantly, this includes elections for the 2021-2022 committee. * *It’s a great opportunity and well worth your consideration if you’re interested in running for a position. More info to come, so stay tuned!* If you aren’t already on the CompSoc Discord, you can *join it here <https://discord.gg/RhvsMSn>* to take part in social events and keep in touch with other members. /- Matthew and the rest of the committee/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Events Board Game Night <https://www.facebook.com/events/400123287958276/> *19:00, Saturday, Week 3, Discord* Do you enjoy board games? If so, then come and join us this Saturday for board games night! We’ll have a variety of board games to play online, as well as some fun party games for anyone interested. See you there! Cisco Tech Talk - Have Your Robots Call My Robots <https://www.facebook.com/events/279097026974814/> *19:00, Wednesday, Week 3* Creating a better, cheaper Internet for all depends on network operations moving away from humans to software automatons. This raises technical challenges, where techniques originating in automated theorem proving are highly practical. This is an accessible talk, that won’t assume deep knowledge of either networking or formal methods. You click here <https://cisco.webex.com/webappng/sites/cisco/meeting/download/074ed46b4b964…> to join! Learn To Code <https://www.facebook.com/events/447419199603184> *19:00, Thursday, Week 3, Zoom* Learn to code! If you want to learn how to write code or refresh your knowledge, this course will teach introductory programming in the Python language with no prior experience necessary. Programming is a useful skill in a range of subjects and having some knowledge of it is a great way to improve your CV. Alternatively, if you’re already a CS student and would like to volunteer to help teach others some introductory Python, please contact the committee (replying to this email is fine) and we’ll get you connected! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sponsor Notices Oxford University Careers Service Global Internships now available as part of the Summer Internship Programme 2021! The Summer Internship Programme 2021 <http://newsletter.admin.ox.ac.uk/c/1wpytAZmWCNowZphBQ5UTHNx> is open for applications! The first batch of international opportunities is now live, featuring more than 150 summer internships in a wide range of sectors, taking place in over 20 countries. Browse and navigate the list of internships in the COMPUTER SCIENCE, TECH: IT & MACHINE LEARNING SECTOR <https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/the-summer-internship-programme-sector-list#co…> and our full list of international internships by sector <https://www.careers.ox.ac.uk/the-summer-internship-programme-sector-list>. Internships can take place remotely or in-person at the employer’s premises. These arrangements are considered carefully according to the circumstances surrounding each placement. The Internship Office works closely with employers and students to ensure that Covid-19 safety measures are adhered to for each internship. Students can apply for up to 3 international internships with a one-page CV and a 600-word personal via CareerConnect <http://newsletter.admin.ox.ac.uk/c/1wpyvDJ9kzo1Y8v18Vq50m50> *by Monday, 15 February*. /Featured summer internship:/ TNG, a Technology Consulting company based in Germany, is offering 10 internships of 8 weeks in Software Development. If you possess good IT skills and have an analytical mindset, this opportunity might be for you. Apply now on CareerConnect: https://oxford.targetconnect.net/leap/jobs.html?id=100877&service=Careers+S… <https://oxford.targetconnect.net/leap/jobs.html?id=100877&service=Careers+S…> Deadline: *15 February* Looking for guidance with your application? The Internship Office offers weekly ‘Summer Internship Application Support Sessions’ which can be booked through CareerConnect in the ‘Appointments’ section. During these sessions, a member of the Internship Office will provide advice on how to write a winning CV and personal statement. Stay up to date with our internship programmes by signing up to the Internship Office email alerts and visiting the Internship Office Facebook page. For any questions, please email internships(a)careers.ox.ac.uk <mailto:internships@careers.ox.ac.uk>. Citadel *Europe Regional Datathon* About the Event: Hosted by Citadel LLC and Citadel Securities in partnership with Correlation One, we’re inviting Oxford students to compete virtually at Europe Regional Datathon <https://www.citadel.com/careers/the-data-open/apply/?apply_to=europe-region…> this February! The Data Open challenges students from the world’s best universities to tackle real-world social challenges in topics such as urban traffic, renewable energy, and education. Europe Regional Datathon is an international data science competition, even bigger and more exciting than our university-wide events! Taking place between February 15 - 22, teams will have a week to work on their submissions, with the flexibility to showcase their skills on their own schedule. Top performing students have the opportunity to win $25,000 in cash prizes, exclusive recruiting opportunities with Citadel, and global recognition. When: February 15 - 22 Where: Virtual Prizes: $25,000 + Exclusive recruiting opportunities with Citadel LLC and Citadel Securities Here’s the link to sign up! <https://www.citadel.com/careers/the-data-open/apply/?apply_to=europe-region…> Admissions are made on a rolling basis, so I encourage you to apply now! If you have any questions or want to learn more about the event, contact mert(a)correlation-one.com <mailto:mert@correlation-one.com>. We look forward to receiving your application. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Oxford University Computer Society (CompSoc) aims to organise meetings and events for our members to use and further their computing interests. See all of our upcoming events on our Facebook page <https://facebook.com/oxcompsoc/> or visit our website <https://ox.compsoc.net> for more information about the society. Want to unsubscribe or manage your subscription preferences? 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