Are you interested in exploring cyber security and IT?
Join us for our 2024 LA Tech IT Career Academy Powered by Microsoft! LA-Tech.org has partnered with Microsoft to bring you this incredible opportunity to get PAID while learning, earning certifications, and working with amazing companies like Microsoft.
Joining the Academy means:
- A PAID opportunity to build your portfolio with industry-driven projects
- Mentorship from the top tech companies including Microsoft
- A great opportunity to participate in a technology program with a tech giant
- Priority access to career opportunities with 100+ LA-Tech.org’s tech company partners
FINAL ADMISSIONS DEADLINE:
Friday, June 28th, 2024 at 11:59PM PST
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Applicants will be required to submit an application through our online application portal VidCruiter.
PRE-RECORDED INTERVIEWS:
Candidates will be required to submit a pre-recorded interview via the LA-Tech.org VidCruiter portal by Friday, June 28th, 2024 at 11:59PM PST
ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATIONS:
July 2024
“This effort will expand economic opportunity and provide the skills needed to change the future of workforce development and digital skills in Los Angeles County.”
- Holly J. Mitchell, Los Angeles County Supervisor
The 2024 LA Tech IT Career Academy Powered by Microsoft is
our fourth academy partnership with Microsoft!
Our Ideal Candidate
Applicants should:
Exhibit enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn
No prior work experience required
Demonstrated interest in IT & Cyber Security (e.g., coursework, an entrepreneurial project)
Have genuine interest in developing your leadership, teamwork and communication skills
Demonstrate a strong desire to learn about career tracks in tech companies in the areas of Cyber Security, IT, and AI
Be ready to make a move to pursue a career in the tech industry
Be motivated, engaged, mature students who want to attend an intensive program that will be fast-paced, demanding but also a lot of fun
Demonstrate a strong desire to network and build relationships with your peers
Academy Information
Duration: 12 Weeks
Commitment: 10-15 hours per week (will include solo and group work during business & after hours)
You will be required to attend each zoom Tuesday and Thursday evening session unless otherwise discussed with program staff. Sessions typically take place during the 3:30-6:30PM window, with the majority of sessions starting at 4PM.
Start Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024.
Program Curriculum
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Week 1-2
Building your tech resilience
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Week 3-4
Back to Basics - IT/Help Desk 101
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Week 5-8
Systems Administration Pathway
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Week 9-10
Intro to Cyber Security & Security Fundamentals
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Week 11
Getting Started in IT/ Completing certificates
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Week 12
Resume Prep & Interview Simulations
