Welcome!
Hello and welcome to the fourth LSTS e-bulletin coming to you at what we know is a very busy time with lots of exams and coursework.   Whilst we hope that your studies are going well and that you enjoy a well deserved break and lots of chocolate at Easter, don't forget to submit your application and CV to us if you are looking for an internship this summer!

News
Whilst we say a fond farewell to Jerome Veriter who has moved on to take up an exciting new position, we are delighted to announce the arrival of team members Kirsty Balmer, our new Project Assistant and Cathy McLoughlin, Projects Intern to support the LSTS network with Gayle and Shalini.  The team welcome queries from members especially on our rapidly approaching 'LSTS Summer Internship Match-making Scheme'.  Read on for the latest news on the scheme and details of how to apply.

Events
The 6th Love London Festival will be taking place between the 1st and 21st June 2008.  The festival celebrates the many and varied London projects and organisations striving to create a sustainable city.  LSTS hopes to organise an event for LSTS Network Members during the festival period so look out for an email with further details soon.

Take Responsibility - Use Your Vote             Responsible leadership contributes to the planet's sustainability.  Be a responsible citizen and remember to use your vote and make your voice heard in the upcoming elections. 

Services for members
LSTS Internship Update - Apply Now!
Currently over 30 organisations are offering one or more sustainability related internships through this year's LSTS Internship Scheme.  The type and number of positions is constantly changing as the deadline for applications approaches.  Organisations offering internships include Building Research Establishment (BRE), a number of London Boroughs, Hammersons, Open House, UCL, Thames Water etc.  Click here to see the full list of employers currently offering internships.

To make sure you don't miss out on a perfect internship opportunity for your skills and interests, click here to apply today.  The application deadline is 18^th April but the sooner you can apply the sooner we can start matching you with suitable organisations.

Read about the experiences of other interns including Juan Carlos who did an internship with Brent Council last year. 

Sharing experience, sharing knowledge, sharing skills:
A few words from LSTS Network members

Knowledge Transfer Partnership: A Win-Win Situation
Tony Day, Business Fellow LSTS Project, London South Bank University

If you want to apply your degree, start a 'real' job straight away and gain a professional qualification, then a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) might be what you're looking for. The three-way partnership encourages innovative businesses to take advantage of the latest technical advances and know-how of graduates and universities. Largely government funded, nearly two-thirds of a business' project costs are offered to help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) harness the skills and expertise of enthusiastic graduates.

Everybody benefits from KTP:

· Graduates gain training and experience in the business world and on project management.
· Businesses benefit by being able to develop new products and services, introduce new technology or streamline manufacturing processes;
· Universities benefit by staying relevant to the employment base.

Students, if you're serious about getting ahead click here.
Companies can read more about how to take advantage of KTPs here.

Supporting Network Members: A Case Study
After attending the LSTS 'Skills, Networking and Internships' event, organised for Network members in Janaury, Pauline Saurei, an LSTS Network member and Urban Planning student at UCL, talks about the help and support she has received while researching her dissertation.