The Innovation Fellowship provides participants with tech skills training, career exposure, and networking opportunities across three high-growth tracks: Data Science, Web Development, and Cybersecurity.
Donor Name: The Knowledge House
State: New York
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Fellowship
Deadline: 01/03/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Throughout the 12-month program, fellows receive a monthly education stipend for maintaining satisfactory academic standing, attending industry events, and providing peer mentorship.
Tech industry roles offer well-paid positions with ample room for growth. The Innovation Fellowship prepares participants who love to learn, solve problems, and collaborate to thrive in these in-demand fields.
IF training will be offered in the following geographic areas:
- New York City, Newark, & Atlanta
- Data Science with Python
- Web Development
- Cyber Security
- Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area
- Cyber Security
- Los Angeles
- Data Science with Python
- Web Development
Benefits
As a fellow, you may receive the following:
- Educational stipend
- A laptop (on an as-needed basis) to use for the duration of the program
- Support obtaining a paid internships and employment in your field
- Have the opportunity to participate in certification and advanced software skill prep courses and earn scholarships for certification exams
- Receive a letter of recommendation to assist in their job search
- Receive a certificate of completion upon successfully graduating and completing the fellowship.
What career services will fellows be offered?
As a Fellow you will receive the following:
- Behavioral and technical interview preparation
- Resume and cover letter assistance
- Best practices on establishing a LinkedIn professional presence and a professional digital footprint
- Networking and communications skills training
- Tips and guidance on mastering the job search.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Innovation Fellowship:
- Be a resident of New York State, Newark, NJ, Atlanta, GA, Los Angeles, CA, or Washington D.C.
- Be 18 years of age or older by the start of the program
- Make less than $60,000 a year or less or less than $55,000 in Atlanta
- Possess a high school diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency (HSE)
- Authorized to work in the United States or current work visa
- Speak and understand (written and spoken) English that enables a fellow to fully participate in classes, certification preparation, and fluency required for the average workplace
- Possess basic computer literacy skills (typing, internet research, email, etc.)
- Complete the entire recruitment process, pass included assessments, and complete and pass the prerequisite Foundations course.
For more information, visit The Knowledge House.
