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Microsoft Student Partner

Program Overview: 

The Microsoft Student Partner Program recognizes top young minds from around the world that are passionate about technology. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity to develop real-world skills to help you succeed in your future career, to help others learn about the technology of today and tomorrow, and to connect with other like-minded students, all whilst having a ton of fun along the way. The tenure is for 1 academic year and can be renewed by the MSP India Team if the MSP has acceptable performance and continues to meet the eligibility criteria.


  What is a Microsoft Student Partner?

The ‘ideal candidate’ would be a passionate and enthusiast individual who wants to learn about new tools and technologies. You would need to have a whole range of skills including excellent time management, organization and communication skills to ensure that you could host successful campus events. An MSP should be comfortable and confident presenting in front of large audiences of both students and faculty members. General marketing skills come in very handy in order to allow you to articulate your ideas effectively when presenting. MSPs are social, friendly and approachable individuals who like to meet new people. You will require the ability work as a team as well as use your own initiative. In summary, MSPs are innovative and creative students who are extremely passionate about technology and who like to help others.
 

MSP India Program

2012-2013 Academic Year Selection Process   

 * The MSP selection process for 2012-2013 in India will begin before the end of July 2012. Please visit this page again at that time for further details. If you wish to apply for the MSP program in India, please do not submit applications to other countries- those applications will not be considered.

Disclaimer: This is a voluntary program for students and does not involve any fees. It is neither a course nor an internship.

Eligibility: To consider applying for the MSP Program, you must be:  

* Over 17 years of age.   
* Currently studying a full-time Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Design (STEMD) course at an officially recognized University/College in India.  
* Bachelor's/Master's Degree student who will complete the course during or after May 2013.

Competencies: A good MSP is one who has the following basic qualities:  

* Technical competencies  
* Passionate about software  
* Quick learner  
* Respected by peers

Community-building competencies:  

* Enthusiastic about technology  
* High level of social activity, both online & offline  
* Can organize college and city-level events

Fundamental competencies:  

* Passionate about Microsoft technologies  
* Confident & outgoing  
* Good rapport with faculty  
* Willing to share knowledge & eager to uplift self and peers

Responsibilities: If you get selected as an MSP, here's an indication of some of your short term goals:  

* Learn & implement emerging technologies like Windows Phone apps and Windows 8 apps.  
* Conduct at least 1 technical session per month in your college.  
* Participate and drive entries for Imagine Cup.

If you get selected as an MSP, here's an indication of some of your long term goals:  

* Promote and build your city-level Microsoft Student User Group  
* Organize city-level events like DreamSpark Yatra by collaborating with other MSPs  
* Mentor other MSPs

Benefits: As an MSP, a host of benefits are available:  

* Welcome letter  
* Special MSP events conducted by Microsoft  
* MSDN subscription after successful completion of probation period  
* Rewards & Recognition for top performers  
* Networking opportunities  
* Technical training & resources  
* Specific Microsoft events  
* Interactions with MVPs & Microsoft Employees  
* Internship & Recruitment announcements for top-performers

Contact Us:   

* For queries regarding the MSP Selection process in India, post these on http://www.facebook.com/microsoftindiastudent  
* If you wish to apply for the MSP program in India, please do not submit applications to other countries- those applications will not be considered.  
* For other questions regarding the MSP India program, email newmsp@microsoft.com 
 For Registration Purpose Stay Tuned With Below Link: 
https://www.microsoftstudentpartners.com/