Fall 2024 LA-Tech.org, IT/Cyber Security Career Academy Powered by Microsoft Application

This Fall, LA-Tech.org is partnering with Microsoft to host our Fourth LA-Tech IT Career Academy, a hands-on, 160-hour career development course for up to 75 scholars from Los Angeles County. All scholars will receive compensation as part of their participation in the academy. Each scholar will participate in custom, creative work sessions, fireside chats, and mentorship opportunities with seasoned operators from top tech companies in LA and beyond.

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
  
• Location: Academy sessions will be conducted virtually via Zoom with the exception of two mandatory in person sessions 
  
  • Academy In-Person Retreat (Mandatory) - 2:00pm - 5:00pm on, Tuesday, September 3rd at California Endowment (1000 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012) 
  • Academy Graduation & Showcase (Mandatory) -TBD
    

APPLICATION 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 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be between the ages of 18-24 living in the County of Los Angeles 
  
• Must Provide Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or Qualifying Exemption (Religious/Medical)
• Applicants should:
  • Demonstrate interest in IT & Cyber Security (e.g., coursework, an entrepreneurial project)
  • Have a 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 student who wants 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 

**Please note that the requirements outlined on the application page are not determined by LA-Tech.org. This program is funded by the county of Los Angeles, and specific guidelines have been established for participants to qualify for compensation. These guidelines are in adherence to the funding requirements.**

Academy Curriculum Preview:

• Week #1 - Orientation and Academy Preparation
• Week #2 - Building Your Tech Resilience 
• Weeks #3-4 - Back to Basics - IT/Help Desk 101
• Week #5 - Systems Administration - Operating Systems & Servers
• Week #6 - Systems Administration - Identity & Authentication Services | Basic Networking
• Week #7 - Systems Administration - Virtualization & Cloud Administration
• Week #8- Systems Administration - Security & Monitoring | Back-Up & Recovery
• Week #9 -  Intro to Cyber Security & Security Fundamentals
• Week #10 - Threat Modeling 
• Week #11 - Getting Started in IT / Completing Certificates
• Week #12 - Resume Prep & Interview Simulations

The personal data collected on this application form, excluding resume, LinkedIn, portfolio and work samples, are for the sole use of LA-Tech.org and will not be shared with or otherwise used.