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Cybersecurity and IT?
Join us for our 2024 LA Tech IT/Cybersecurity 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.
[APPLICATIONS CLOSED]
Joining the Academy means:
A PAID opportunity to build your portfolio with industry-driven projects, resembling a “micro-internship” model
Mentorship from the top tech companies including Microsoft, GOAT, Uber, and more
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 upon program completion
FINAL ADMISSIONS DEADLINE: TBA
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 LA-Tech.org’s VidCruiter portal by 11:59PM PST on
[TBA].
This is more to get a better understanding of where the applicant is in their career and should not be taken as a professional video interview. Be yourself! Authenticity and transparency is huge in this section.
ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATIONS: TBA
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“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
Our Ideal Candidate
Exhibit enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn
No prior work experience required
Demonstrated interest in IT & Cybersecurity
(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 Cybersecurity, IT, and AI
Be ready to make a move to pursue a career in the tech industry
Motivated, engaged, and mature students who want to attend an intensive program that will be fast-paced and 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 4pm-6:30PM window,.
In person availability for (2) academy events
Start Date: TBA
Program Curriculum
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Week 1-2 test
Building your tech resilience test
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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 Cybersecurity & Security Fundamentals
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Week 11
Getting Started in IT/ Completing certificates
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Week 12
Resume Prep & Interview Simulations