The NetHope Academy Internship Program connects unemployed computer science and IT graduates with opportunities to gain professional skills and work experience through internships at local NGOs, government agencies and corporations. In addition to the on the job experience, the NetHope Academy provides technical and soft skills training. We are accepting online applications for the third class in the Kenya program from 18th June 2013 to 5th July 2013 via this link: nethopeacademy.org/it-internships/ Applicants must be recent graduates of Kenyan Universities and Technical Colleges who have demonstrated a passion for IT. You can learn more about NetHope at nethopeacademy.org. Computer science or IT graduates who are interested in a career in Information and Communications Technology are invited to apply for a unique training and internship opportunity. The NetHope Academy is committed to developing the best IT professionals in Kenya through a unique training and internship program. NetHope Academy has successfully piloted two classes in Kenya to test the model and ensure the program is designed to get the best outcome for the students. To date, 89% of our graduates have secured full time, paid employment within 90 days of completing the NetHope Academy program. The best candidates are recent graduates who: Are interested and passionate about pursuing a career in Information and Communication Technologies Have recently received a degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or information systems management Must be available to participate full time in a two-week Boot Camp training session in August 2013 Must participate in a full time (40 hours a week) 4-6 month internship commencing September 2013 Are willing to invest a minimum of 8 hours per week studying for Certification exams, attending instructor-led classes and using web based training to build additional technology and soft skills Are proficient in speaking and writing English Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic Participants in the 2012 pilot program were not charged a fee as the model was tested and refined. The program has proven to be a success and there is now a need to ensure it is sustainable and continues to meet the demands of the Kenyan market. NetHope is offering partial scholarships to all successful applicants for the upcoming NetHope Academy Intern Program. NetHope Academy will subsidise 170,000KES (per intern) with each participant contributing 85,000KES towards the total 255,000KES cost (per intern). This will ensure many more generations have the opportunity to attend NetHope Academy and to build skills and develop into employable IT professionals.
Posted on: Fri, 28 Jun 2013 06:02:33 +0000
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