Launchpad Philly is a free tech training program available for all 11th and 12th graders city-wide. Their mission is to connect high schoolers to high paying careers in the tech industry. The program is 2.5 years, paid, and equips students with coding skills, work-ready soft skills, industry certifications, and up to 30 college credits. More info is attached. If you are interested in employer partnership or volunteering, please reach out to our executive director Dannyelle Austin (dannyelle@launchpadphilly.org ).
Applications for the second cohort close on November 5, 2023!! If you work with or know any young people who might be a good fit for the program, please encourage them to apply on their website.