NWE Example Projects. Please see below placements undertaken by our students through NWE:

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1 NWE Example Projects Please see below placements undertaken by our students through NWE: 1. Business a. Project Analyst b. Branding and Market Research c. Business Development 2. Marketing a. Marketing Co-ordinator b. Web Marketing (Media) c. Strategic Marketing 3. E-Marketing a. Social Media Executive b. Trade Marketing 4. Events a. Fundraising and Events Assistant b. Marketing and Events Assistant 5. Arts a. Arts Promotion b. Gallery Exhibitions Organiser 6. IT a. Software Development b. Software Consultancy 7. Engineering a. Mechanical Engineer b. Data Research c. Technical Research and Development 8. Medical/Science a. Technical Author b. Lab Assistant c. Report Writing Assistant 9. Research a. Youth Unemployment Research b. Research Assistant c. Research Executive

2 Business Project Analyst A new dynamic organisation, with aggressive growth plans for the future, is seeking additional resource over the summer months. The role will be split into client related project work and business development based research. To learn core analytical techniques and contribute on live projects Researching and identifying new key business targets Lean management, strategic sourcing and identifying opportunities to improve clients business Analytical ability Microsoft Office experience Business related degree preferable Branding and Market Research A niche, hand-made food Production Company identified a product gap in their current market. They require extensive market research and branding to produce and sell the product. Refine the brand characteristics by carrying out consumer research Identify a brand and develop the name and packaging as well as a credible price point Explore the potential of exporting the product outside of the region Market awareness, meeting the needs of the business and individuals Qualitative research skills Product development experience/knowledge Business Development A young and innovative case management service for children and young people with brain injury, is seeking an individual to identify strategic business opportunities in order to generate revenue including the use of online tools such as SEO and PPC. Pursuing sales and prospective clients, negotiating business opportunities Delivering proposals and presentations, maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions Creating, reviewing and distributing relevant product documentation

3 Keys Skills The ability to work independently Planning time effectively A background in health, industrial or clinical, desirable Marketing Marketing Co-ordinator An expanding north east based training provider offering funded employability IT training courses, requires support in engaging learners and creating new relationships with partners whilst enhancing the brand. Planning, organising and marketing open days promoting training courses Collating testimonials from learners/partners to be used in marketing activity Producing reports detailing all marketing activity Key skills Effective at planning with the ability to use own initiative Creative, confident and outgoing Have a keen interest in marketing with excellent communication skills Web Marketing (Media) A market leading Software Company is seeking a student to develop a web video demonstrating their software within the working environment, taking into account the current brand and existing products, showcasing the software in action. Working alongside the sales team to develop the idea to storyboard stage Presenting a demonstration video Working to gain interest from new customers and prospects Film, animation and media experience essential Innovation and creativity with a keen interest in marketing Excellent communication skills

4 Strategic Marketing A medical device manufacturer is seeking an individual to improve and develop their marketing strategy in order to heighten their company profile; ideally with previous experience in marketing in the healthcare sector. Supporting a small team to develop the current database. To support marketing campaigns for any new product developments Following product queries via and over the telephone Drive and enthusiasm, with excellent research and IT skills An excellent communicator, both in person and over the telephone Possess the ability to work individually or as part of a team E-Marketing PR and Social Media Executive A registered sports and education charity based in the city centre is seeking an individual to build on and expand their existing online presence. Developing effective content to be used on various social media channels such as Facebook and Twitter To generate interest in special events Liaise with current contact and create new relationships A creative mind Solid knowledge of current and widely used social media platforms Previous PR and Media experience desirable Trade Marketing Headquartered in Newcastle, a progressive company specialising in the design and manufacture of superior Cable Management solutions looking to kick start their marketing focus in the trade sector. Identifying key Facilities Managers, National Account Sales Managers, Wholesale Buyers Liaising with PR and Media relations raising the company profile Developing a model for ongoing strategic success

5 Excellent IT and communication skills The ability to use own initiative An interest in business and engineering Events Fundraising Assistant A local charity providing specialist care for local adults, young people and children is seeking an individual to work as part of their busy fundraising team. Supporting administrators and fundraisers with local events and campaigns Research into potential fundraising streams Responding to queries from donors over the telephone, via and by post The ability to work under pressure in a dynamic and often demanding office environment Experience in administrative processes would be advantageous Computer literacy is essential Events Administration and Marketing An international children's charity based in Newcastle, working with communities living in poverty overseas to provide education for children seeks assistance with promotion for upcoming events. Organising, recruiting for and promotion of future events Updating website content and event fundraising packs Research and writing support with applications for 2012/13 funding and preparing a comprehensive database of contacts A willingness to listen and learn Ability to work flexibly as part of a small team Creative thinking and use of own initiative

6 Arts Arts Promotion A Northumberland based Arts company which fund and manages visual arts residencies is keen to work with a student interested in the arts and the promotion it. Promote and inform of their aims and of artists more effectively Research and tasks relating to the production of an artist s catalogue Assistance in the production of a booklet for a project based event A passion for the arts and arts management Excellent research skills Solid experience of working with social media for promotion Gallery Exhibitions Organiser A local regeneration activities programme within a Northumberland town is looking for an individual to work alongside their Gallery Co-ordinator on a specific project. Booking artists and mounting exhibition work Writing artist biographies and gallery interpretation Assisting at exhibition previews, taking sales and updating the online gallery Excellent communication skills both verbally and written A keen interest in Art and Design looking to gain gallery experience The ability to work independently when necessary IT Software Development A business intelligence software company are looking for an experience student with specific IT skills to carry out various tasks. The development of a mobile phone app and online sales effort Support with launching a freemium version of their current software Advancement of their sharepoint site

7 Confident and self-starting Skills knowledge of.net, C#, ASP,.Net, ActionScript / Flash / Flex4, SQL Server. Experience of working with database would be advantageous Software Consultancy A growing software consultancy firm is offering exciting hands-on opportunity for a talented computer science student. Various tasks may include Writing a real-time system communicating with Twitter Creating a mobile app using the latest software Social media and R&D projects The ability to find your own solutions to complicated problems A strong communicator with a passion for software Preferably a background in an object oriented language such as Java, C# or Objective-C Engineering Mechanical Engineer A world leader in advanced technology turbo machinery and products and services is seeking a student to join their team working within a multi-skilled engineering function. Creating detailed drawings, concept designs and design calculations Specify and execute tests and test plans and contribute to FMEA s Become familiar with the use of Pro-Engineer 3D solid Modeller and Oracle system for drawing management. Present excellent communication skills A positive interest in the placement brief The ability to work as part of a team with own responsibilities

8 Data Researcher A company created to encourage economic development within the north east requires assistance with the initial building of a specialist database. Liaise with external data providers to obtain data To build a new specialist database and increase the reporting functionality of an existing company database Upload data into specialist database and configure search criteria for the database Studying a science, engineering or business relative degree An excellent communicator Self motivated with previous database experience is desirable Technical Research and Development A leading provider of full turn-key industrial solutions and Rope Access services is seeking a student to assist with a number of development tasks. Investigate, interrogate and provide a new perspective on existing thermal insulation materials and products To consider and source alternative, innovative, and 'fit for purpose' (high temp and weatherproof) insulation solutions to the industrial energy supply markets To investigate the potential development of a cost effective, retro-fit product to indicate under insulation corrosion upon existing insulation systems Technical engineering or scientific experience Experience or knowledge of thermal insulation techniques Solid numeracy and team working skills Medical/Science Technical Author An internationally renowned provider of health informatics products and services is looking for two students to work with them on a specific project. To write instruction manuals and documents such as FAQs for a range of software products Turning technical subjects and jargon into easily understood text Software Development and implementation

9 Must be able to absorb information quickly An analytical mind and inquisitive nature Excellent interpersonal skills with a flexible attitude Information Specialist A student placement is available with a small biotech company specialising in innovative process chromatography products and technology for cost-effective purification of biopharmaceuticals. The company objective is to set up easy and cost-effective assay protocols and for them to be validated in-house To support the development of assay methods for endotoxins and bioburdens in clean streams Choose and adopt the best methods to be used Life or medical science background with good laboratory experimental skills is desired Previous knowledge and experience in protein chemistry and microbiology will be helpful Solid communication skills Report Writing Assistant A scientific consultancy that specialises in the regulation and risk assessment of chemicals is seeking an individual to work the quality assurance of their scientific reports. To proof company reports before they are forwarded to the client, checking the integrity of the data presented To create a statement of which tables have been checked and the traceability of the values within the tables This is a new and experimental role Highly numerate, methodical, meticulous and conscientious Preferably a strong understanding of science (ideally environmental science), though this is not essential A high level of literacy is desirable, as are excellent communication skills

10 Research Youth Unemployment Research This regional business works across the North East of England to promote and support the development of youth work and services to young people. A student placement is available involving some vital research. Identify relevant trends on youth unemployment within the region and analyse statistical data on the issue Develop relationships and establish meetings with relevant contacts in relation to youth unemployment within the public and voluntary sector Analyse and evaluate research to produce a report on your findings Previous experience and knowledge of desk based and empirical research An understanding of analysis and evaluation of information and data Knowledge and experience of narrative inquiry research, as well as an understanding of writing reports and various dissemination methods Research Assistant An information service that provides comprehensive, accurate, up to date information on childcare and other local services require some much needed database development. Research the existing database and highlight areas for improvement Develop a database of parenting programmes in the local area which is easy to use for practitioners Maintain an up to date record of the above including where they are held and who is suitably qualified to deliver them Excellent IT and research skills The ability to communicate with all levels of staff Solid knowledge of Excel

11 Research Executive A successful and highly regarded research and strategic marketing consultancy is seeking to appoint a Student Research Executive to play a significant role in diverse and rewarding projects. Supporting all aspects of research projects from liaising with clients to delivering effective research including desk research, qualitative interviews, focus groups and surveys Writing questionnaires/topic guides for qualitative work, both online and offline Discussing research needs and findings with a diverse range of clients Excellent written communication numerical ability, calculating and interpreting statistics Data analysis ability, using Excel, SPSS or similar software A strong interest in Market Research and keen to develop a career in this area

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