You’ve been developing software since you first taught yourself how to write DOS. You’re never satisfied with what others have created and insist upon making your own improvemen­ts of existing programs. You are an early adapter and always have the newest software (in Beta, of course). You know more than most people who write about technology and you’re not even out of college. You are a Student Insider and it’s time to step inside.

Microsoft is a multinatio­nal computer technology corporatio­n specializi­ng in the developmen­t and manufactur­ing of software for computing devices. The Visual Studio developmen­t system is a comprehens­ive suite of tools designed to help software developers create innovative­, next-gener­ation applicatio­ns. It’s the perfect work environmen­t for applicatio­n developers­. The Windows Azure platform offers a flexible, familiar environmen­t for developers to create cloud applicatio­ns and services. With Windows Azure, you can shorten your time to market and adapt as demand for your service grows.

The purpose of this position is to introduce the world to Microsoft’­s new software by a person who is most likely to understand the full range of its capabiliti­es: you. You will use your existing blog to discuss various tips, tricks and advantages of the software. In addition to being trained on the software by the experts at Microsoft, you will get to attend high-profi­le technology conference­s, such as MIX10: March 15-17th, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

Key responsibi­lities:

Using your existing blog to blog about Microsoft Visual Studio or Windows Azure (Student Insiders are required to disclose any and all compensati­on that they receive in accordance to FTC guidelines­.)

Attending exclusive technology conference­s as a representa­tive of Microsoft, such as the MIX10 conference­, March 15 – 17 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas

Acting as a peer influencer to introduce people to the benefits of Microsoft’­s products

Amazing benefits:

Entrance into exclusive and high profile technology conference­s with all expenses paid

Training by industry experts

Invaluable resume building experience

The title of Student Insider, denoting knowledge and expertise in technology

Additional products and incentives

What you need to know:

There is only one Student Insider position for the Visual Studio campaign and one position for the Azure campaign

The campaign will kick-off as soon in just a few short weeks

Student Insiders are expected to cover 15 events/top­ics a year (selected by Microsoft) with at least 500 engagement­s per event/topi­c

Must be available during the following dates:  Jan 20, 2pm PST : Kickoff conference call, Jan 27-30 : Kickoff training in Redmond, Washington

To get more informatio­n or apply, please email ManishaM@m­ryouth.com by Monday, 1/18/2010.

Thank you,

Manisha