PakInnova has released a list of the top 4 must have tools for students, just in time for the start of the fall semester! The list features GradeGuru, GoogleDocs, LectureFox and EverNote and describes how students can effectively use each tool for the best results.

For the full blog post visit: 4 Must Have Tools for Students

MakeUseOf has posted GradeGuru’s Top Ten Student Tools for 2010, a compilation of online student technology and tools that students will find useful this upcoming year, regardless of field or level of study.  The list covers all aspects of study, including chat, note-taking, collaborating on assignments, and even maximizing dorm space.

You may be familiar with a few of the tools, such as Skype and Chegg, but the list includes several newcomers as well, including:

• StudyRails, a planner which allows students to plan their study time in order to complete assignments on time. StudyRails helps students manage their time effectively through features such as blocking distracting websites, and will even send you text message reminders when it’s time to get to work!
• Study Tracker – the iPad app. by GradeGuru that helps student track their performance – students can record their study time and grades per class to monitor their effort and outcomes

These tools offer the ability to manage all aspects of your academic career, from brainstorming and quizzing yourself to scheduling dates with the library. It’s time to start planning for the upcoming year. Will you be prepared?

For the complete list of tools, visit: GradeGuru’s Top Ten Student Tools for 2010

Angela Peng, Sophomore at the University of Pennsylvania, recently scored an internship this summer through our GradeGuru Careers program- which connects are Silver and Gold Gurus with recruiters in their particular field of interest!

We asked Angela for some feedback and here’s what she had to say about getting her internship through GradeGuru Careers:

1. Why did you apply to a position through GradeGuru Careers? I applied for a position through GradeGuru Careers because the position was something that I was interested in and felt that I could learn a lot from. I saw it as a great opportunity to apply the skills that I have been learning in school to a great company like McGraw Hill.




2. How do you think an internship will benefit you in your major/field of interest? As I am currently undecided in terms of what I plan on concentrating in within my major, I felt that this internship would be a great way to further explore my interest in marketing to see if that is something I want to pursue.




3. How was applying to GradeGuru Careers different then applying to other internship and job opportunity sites? Applying to GradeGuru Careers was much easier than applying to other internship opportunities simply because the recruiters were all so helpful and responsive throughout this process.

Still looking for an internship/job? Find out how you can get connected with our corporate partners by visiting: Guru Careers Program

Congrats Angela Peng! And good luck Gurus with your job seeking endeavors!

We are currently seeking candidates for the Summer of 2010 with a strong interest in social media, marketing, PR,  education technology,  and overall web 2.0 start-up operations.

Description:

The GradeGuru Marketing Intern will have the opportunity to work on brand strategy and development with our digital marketing team in order to help the team build brand awareness for our open access platform and grow our user base on college campuses around the US.

• The internship is located at our New York office, 2 Penn Plaza.
• Interns will be required to work ~30/hrs a week from 10am-5pm Monday-Thursday, from May-August schedule permitting.  If you need to work more hours to meet credit requirements we can accommodate.
• The position is unpaid; however you will receive reimbursement for local transportation and a daily lunch stipend.

Benefits of this position include:

• Network with McGraw-Hill Education, one of the world’s largest publishers
• Develop grassroots marketing, PR & social media, and communications skills
• Gain hands-on experience in a team environment
• Be a part of the latest in web 2.0 education technology
• NYC travel reimbursement – Monthly Metro Card
• Daily lunch allowance

Requirements:

• A GradeGuru account with notes contributed to demonstrate site concept understanding
• Active campus involvement
• Strong initiative & energetic candidates a must
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Previous marketing/PR experience a plus
• 3.0 GPA preferred

Interested?? Apply Now by emailing your resume to Alan_Bernstein@McGraw-Hill.com with a brief paragraph explaining why you’d like to join our team.

Last week, we challenged you to share your notes in exchange for a $5 Starbucks card. Now that Spring Forward Challenge has ended, we want to give a shout out to all those GradeGurus who won some free caffeine.

Congratulations to:

Thank you to everyone who participated! This challenge was a huge success and tremendously increased our Facebook fan page activity.

Keep uploading and be sure to look out for future promotions from GradeGuru on  Twitter and our Facebook fan page!

We are happy to announce that since the launch of our Guru Careers Program we have secured several of our top gurus with interviews for internships and entry level positions with our corporate partners!

Congrats Gurus! keep up the good work and good luck as you go through the interview process!

Are you a Silver or Gold Guru that landed an interview through our Guru Careers Program? We’d love to hear from you! Email our Careers Specialist Angela Santiago at angela_santiago@McGraw-Hill.com and let us know!

Out of the loop? Don’t worry…keep uploading and sharing your study materials and you’ll be a Silver or Gold Guru in no time. As a Silver or Gold Guru you gain access to our Guru Careers Program which connects our Silver and Gold Gurus with recruiters from leading companies and organizations for internships and other career opportunities.

We know how hard it can be to land the job you want. For this reason, we created the Guru Careers Program

The Guru Careers Program will connect Silver and Gold Gurus with recruiters from companies and organizations looking for top students.

How it works?

• If you’re a Gold or Silver Guru, you will receive monthly newsletters with job opportunities in your field (first email coming next week)
• If you’re interested in any of them just email us with your resume and we will connect you to the representative from that particular organization
• Your resume along with your GradeGuru profile will serve as an academic portfolio for employers to reference

We’ll be reaching out to our top gurus with formal internships and full time job opportunities through our corporate partners across various majors including:

• Business
• Communications
• English
• Sales
• IT, IS and Web Technologies

Is there a company or organization you think we should outreach for the Guru Careers Program? Email our Guru Careers Specialist Angela Santiago with the names of the companies and we’ll make sure to let them know about our program and the pool of talented candidates at GradeGuru.

Not a Gold or Silver Guru? Not to worry… Keep uploading and sharing your study materials and you’ll be a top Guru in no time.

Yes, it’s that time again… While your mind still asks “where did the summer go?” Fall semester is getting into full gear. It’s time to say Good Bye to Summer and start focusing on making the most of the school year.

Our friends over at Unigo.com have created a helpful Back to School College Guide that will help you stay on track whether you are new to the whole college scene or an upperclassmen looking to make the most of your semester. They’ve covered everything from choosing classes to managing your budget and have even posted advice from students like What I Wish I’d Known About College Dorm Life . In addition to all the tips, Unigo is offering a chance to Win a Dell Studio 14z Laptop to anyone who registers or logs in to Unigo before August 31^st!!! For more details see Unigo.com

Also make sure to check out Make Easy Cash on Your Time which offers more college tips on how to earn money without drastically altering your schedule (GradeGuru is featured!)