FMC Technologies scholarships of $20,000 each to our ME2 students
FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FTI) is a leading global provider of technology solutions for the energy industry and other industrial markets. The Company designs, manufactures and services technologically sophisticated systems and products such as Subsea production and processing systems, Surface wellhead systems, high pressure fluid control equipment, measurement solutions, and marine loading systems for the oil and gas industry. FMC Technologies has approximately 10,400 employees and operates 25 manufacturing facilities in 15 countries.
Singapore is the Asia Pacific & Middle East regional headquarters of FMC Technologies. Employing about 800 people, the Singapore facility specialises in providing Surface wellhead and Subsea systems equipment and solutions to clients across the entire region.
FMC Technologies will be offering eleven (11) scholarships to our ME Students. This is a good opportunity for students wishing to specialise in Offshore Oil & Gas Technology to get a scholarship and receive specialised training from the world's leading company in subsea systems, before disembarking into an exciting career in the Oil & Gas Industry. Please refer to the attachment for the criteria in taking the FMC Techologies Scholarship.
Note: Students who are interested in the FMC Scholarship are to complete the attached application and declaration forms and submit it to Mechanical Engineering Department (Blk EA #07-08) by 22 February 2011. Selected applicants will be notified by mid March 2011 for a selection interview.
** Ensure yourself meet the requirement when apply. Your application will not be process if the application and declaration forms are not duly filled and signed.
Thank you & regards
Eileen LIM (Ms) :: Assistant Manager, Dept of Mechanical Engineering :: National University of Singapore :: 65-6516 4494(DID) :: www.me.nus.edu.sg (W) ::"
The requirements of the scholarship are
1) Taking specific modules assigned with the specialization
2) Participate in a paid-internship from January to July 2012
3) Do a joint FYP between FMC and NUS
4) Bonded with the company for 2 years.
5) Hold a CGPA of above 3.2
6) Not be bonded by other scholarships
Below is my application letter to them. Looking forward for your critical comments!
Block 64
Wall Street
Singapore 112358
9 February 2011
Mr Lim Sock Hwang
Assistant Manager of Human Resource Development
FMC Technologies, Singapore
149 Gul Circle
Singapore 62960
Dear Mr Lim,
I am writing in response to an email regarding an FMC scholarship application that was circulated among the 2nd year Mechanical Engineering students in NUS. I would like to apply for the scholarship, knowing that I have to be bonded with the company for 2 years upon graduating. I am a driven individual with a strong passion in the energy industry. In addition, I have much interest in the Subsea Systems field in which the Singapore facility specializes.
I qualify for the requirements needed in the scholarship and have done reasonably well in basic modules related to the field; scoring above average grades of A- and B+ for the Thermodynamics and Fluids modules respectively. I believe that the Mechanical Engineering Course has helped me in developing my analytical and logic skills. Furthermore, I intend to specialise in Offshore Oil & Gas Technology and join the industry in the future.
Apart from academic work, I have also led various volunteering projects which have benefited the community. For example, I was the Camp Director of a 3D/2N event consisting of 300 students for “Ace Psle EXams” (APEX), an organization which provides a mentoring programme for Primary 6 students in Singapore. Assuming the role as head of the camp taught me the importance of team work, communication and interpersonal skills. As the leader of the event, I also learnt a valuable lesson of work delegation to ensure that my team mates were not overburdened with their tasks.
Given the combination of my ability and passion, I believe I will be a valuable addition to FMC Technologies and contribute meaningfully to your team. I have attached my personal résumé, which outlines details of my education, experience and personal information for your perusal. I can be contacted by +65 9876 5432 or by email at Ikhsan.Ibrahim@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing a reply from you soon. Thank you for your kind consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Ikhsan Putra Ibrahim
Enclosure: Resume
Hey Ikhsan!
ReplyDeleteI think you managed to articulate your skills very well in this letter, and you highlighted your interest in working in FMC's line of work, which will be something they would want to hear.
However, you might want to consider giving a bit more details with your experiences. For instance, you mentioned that "the camp taught me the importance of team work, communication and interpersonal skills". Perhaps you could share exactly what you did to demonstrate these skills.
Also, you might want to mention the selection interview in your last paragraph. Show how you would appreciate an interview to share more about yourself. That may just boost your chances to get shortlisted!
All the best in your scholarship application man! =]
Hey Zabir,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the quick comments! I wrote "Assuming the role as the head of the camp" actually but I think I understand what you are saying.
And yes, I will definitely add in the interview part at the last paragraph. Thanks again!
Hey Ikhsan,
ReplyDeleteBlogger ate my previous comment. =( So here's another one!
Anyway, your letter clearly shows that you're qualified for the job. It's good that you put in some concrete evidence (grades) to highlight this.
In general, I feel that you could use more of the "You" attitude. The first 3 paragraphs don't really have the feeling of a personal conversation.
Also, since this is a scholarship application, I think it might be good if you talk a bit more about the company, and show them that you've done your research, assuring them that your objectives/views are in line with theirs at the same time.
Other than that, job well done! =)
Hi Ikhsan,
ReplyDeleteI feel that in your application, you have managed to meet and bring across all the requirements that your employers are seeking for.
However i do feel that this statement "Furthermore, I intend to specialise in Offshore Oil & Gas Technology and join the industry in the future." may not mean much to the employer. Perhaps it'd be better to mention that you'll be keen interest to work in FMC after serving your bond may make you stand out. That may highlight to them that you are less likely to break your bond after your studies as such things are becoming more common.
With that, i wish you all the best in your scholarship application!
Regards.
Jeremy
@Keefe
ReplyDeleteI also realised that my letter didn't have the "You" attitude when I was reading the application letters from the others.
"Integrity" was one of their company values and I have yet to find out how I might include that in my letter. Thanks Keefe for your constructive comments.
@Jeremy
ReplyDeleteI agree. It might give them more assurance that I'd be a loyal candidate. Thanks for input man. See you tomorrow!