TECHNOLOGY SERVICE CORPS: FREE Technology Program-October 2011/January 2012
Laura Soriano
This was just forwarded to me. Might be helpful.
Greetings,
I hope this finds you well! Technology Service Corps (TSC), NPower NY's innovative workforce development program, is currently recruiting for the Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 cycles. TSC is a 22-week program designed to provide affordable technologists to the technology workforce and labor market, while simultaneously providing young adults with a springboard to a technology career. TSC provides deserving young people intensive training in computer fundamentals, network administration, database administration, website development, as well as coaching around professional development skills. We have recently partnered with the Cisco Networking Academy to provide their IT Essentials Curriculum to our young adults enrolled into our program. The Cisco Networking Academy IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software curriculum provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level Information and Communication Technology Professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC computer technology, networking and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts.
Who?
Eligibility Requirements:
- 18-25 years old
- Obtained high school diploma or GED
- Legal to work in the US
- Available Mon-Fri 9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm
- Interest in Technology
- Reside in NYC
- From Low-Income Neighborhoods/Families
- Successfully complete the application process
Benefits of TSC . . .
This program is entirely FREE for students, innovative technology training which includes hands-on project-based work and a modest performance based stipend during the internship phase.
When?
TSC Class 26 starts on October 20th, 2011. The Extended Application Deadline is October 15th (Fall 2011). Extensions for application deadlines will be granted on a case by case basis. After applications are received applicants will be contacted and scheduled for an interview. Applicants who have been selected for the TSC Program will be accepted and enrolled in TSC Class 26 (Fall 2011). If all seats are filled, applicants selected will be waitlisted for TSC Class 26 (Fall 2011), accepted into TSC Class 27 (Spring 2012) or TSC Class 28 (Fall 2012).
Where?
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Brooklyn Site: 4 Metro Tech Center (corner of Gold & Myrtle-entrance near chase ATM), Ground Floor |
Harlem Site: 240 East 123rd Street (between 2nd and 3rd Avenues), 3rd Floor
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Subway: • 2, 3, 4, 5 -- Borough Hall • 2, 3 -- Hoyt Street • 2, 3, 4, 5 -- Nevins • A, C, F -- Jay Street/Borough Hall • B, M, Q, R -- DeKalb Avenue
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Subway: • 2, 3 --125th Street • 4, 5,6 -- 125th Street • A, C, B, D -- 125th Street
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How to find out more . . .
Visit: http://www.npower.org/services/workforce-development
Contact:
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Elizabeth Hunt TSC Program Manager |
Sonny Jeter TSC Program Associate
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How to refer talented individuals . . .
If your organization has ten or more individuals (candidates or staff) who are interested in hearing about TSC and meet all program qualifications we will come visit your organization to present the TSC program. If you do not have ten individuals you can schedule qualified candidates for a 15-minute orientation here with a TSC staff member to learn more about the program and begin the application process.
PLEASE RSVP with candidate name & referring organization, with preferred date & time to Admis...@npower.org
Best,
Elizabeth Hunt
Technology Service Corps Program Manager
NPower NY – "Your Mission. Our Technology.”
4 Metro Tech Center, Ground Floor (Gold & Myrtle Avenue Entrance) Brooklyn, NY 11201
p. 347-415-8830
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