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Education and Career Advancement Opportunities
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Training and Conference Scholarships
AWS is providing several free Application Developer Bootcamps to help people learn how to use OSDU (Open Subsurface Data Universe). The bootcamps are valuable for developers/geoscientists/data scientists. OSDU is a step change in how the industry uses subsurface data and now is a great time to learn how to use this platform to make great things. Register today!
Join JavaScript fwdays'21 on June 5. Developers, software engineers, software architects, and community leaders will expand their knowledge and interact with other JS enthusiasts.
Angular Global 21 is a two-day summit on June 1-2 with Angular specialists from Microsoft, Google, Upwork, Samsung, JetBrains, Forbes and other companies are ready to share their special tips and tricks and their knowledge about the new Angular 11 version. Get inspired to work on your new Angular projects!
Black Tech Fest is a movement that takes the form of a virtual three-day festival on Oct 19-23. Celebrate Black culture, showcase innovation and create pathways for underrepresented talent. Register today.
Jamstack Conf is a two-day celebration on Oct 6-7. The next generation of web apps, the Jamstack community and ecosystem come together to learn, connect and create. Register today.
The Diana Initiative 2021 is a two-day conference on July 16-17 to elevate, inspire, and support women/non-binaries of all races, cultures, and backgrounds through every stage of their information security career with education, collaboration, and resources.
Hasura Con is a two-day conference on June 23-24 with talks and hand-on workshops about pushing the boundaries of GraphQL forward! Level up your Hasura skills with live, in-depth workshops.
Register to receive a free GMetrix Practice Test and Microsoft Certified Fundamentals exams to fully understanding what cloud computing is and receive a certification from Microsoft. Exam must be taken before July 1.
IBM launched a series of free Python for Data Science and Big Data certifications. The courses are completely virtual and the credentials are issued by the IBM Cognitive Class. Register here.
Microsoft has free Azure Fundamentals, Data Fundamentals and AI Fundamentals trainings that include vouchers to take the Microsoft certification exam at no cost. I also found a cool blog post with study guides!
Did you all catch my scholarships thread on Twitter? I shared a bunch of opportunities!
Career Development and Advancement
Virginia opened two opportunities to earn industry cyber certification. There is an eight-week Upskilling Academy for individuals with IT/Cyber experience. You’ll go through advanced SANS and GIAC trainings and earn the GIAC certification. If you don’t have any experience, the eight-week Reskilling Academy will help you earn three certifications and provide skills in technology and security fundamentals.
#ReturnReady is a FREE program designed to prepare Delaware residents for entry-level roles in fields like software development, quality assurance testing, and more! Register by June 1.
freeCodeCamp has great six-hour Algorithms and Data Structures course!
LaunchCode's LC101 is FREE Web Development training program for high potential talent of all ages, all educational levels who have interest but limited experience in programming. If you didn't go to college or didn't major in computer science, don’t worry - 86% of LaunchCoders don’t have a degree in the field. Deadlines vary by city.
The SANS Women Immersion Academy, a 100% tuition free 4 - 6 month cybersecurity training program for women. You'll receive training, GIAC certifications and hands-on cyber defense and incident handling skills. Apply by June 30.
Applications are open for the 2021 Presidential Fellows! You can become a CTO, CIO, CDO starting Jan 2022, with a starting salary of $144,128 and working in areas like AI, Data/Analytics, Product, Design, Digital & Software. Apply by 5/14. Interviews are on a rolling basis.
Data School is offering a free Machine Learning certification. You’ll have lifetime access to the Python course that offers training in the sci-kit module. No ads, detailed notes, quizzes and a certificate. Register today!
Github, Microsoft and LinkedIn will be offering free trainings in practical skill areas such as Software Development, Project Management. Digital Marketing, Data and Financial Analysis, Graphic Design and more! Register here today!
Facebook launched a cool program for job seekers to become interns for local businesses through a competitively-paid remote internship! You must be 18+, you'll receive training, resources, support, a mentor and a FB Digital Marketing Certification. Apply today!
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Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Tailored resources for diverse-owned businesses and underrepresented founders.
Grants, Pitch Competitions and Funding
Citrine Angels supports the growth and success of female-founded businesses and increases access to investment opportunities for women. Apply to pitch.
Fearless Fund and Mastercard will be awarding a total of seven small businesses $10,000 each to help them continue to build and grow their business. Apply by May 23.
The Chick-Fil-A True Inspiration Awards program offers grants up to $350,000 to nonprofit organizations who are Black-led or served communities of color and who are working in the areas of education, hunger, and homelessness. Apply by May 31
The Power Forward Small Business Grant program awards transformative grants of $25,000 on a rolling basis to businesses in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, or select areas of Connecticut. Apply today!
Women's Business Grants and Womens-Finance is announced the availability of $500 micro-business grant, to be awarded to a female-owned craft business. Ongoing
Looking for Marketing Services and Tech Makeovers for your business? The next wave of applications for Comcast RISE business and marketing services grant closes on May 7.
To support restaurant owners in their efforts to Winterize their outdoor dining spaces and increase their capacity for guests, The Restaurant Strong Fund by Grubhub will be providing $10,000 grants to restaurants. Ongoing
UndercoverVC is looking for talented students from underrepresented campuses and backgrounds to join their network of fellows. Fellows source deals from campuses large and small across the United States and Canada. Apply today!
Accelerators and/or Founder Programs
If you are a business owner, Google Digital Garage can be used to help develop your digital skills. There are a range of options and topics to improve your skills, enhance your career and build your confidence.
Project W partnered with Springboard Enterprises and Black & Brown Founders for a series of four Dolphin Tanks that showcase Black and Latinx female founders building companies that are changing our future. Register for the series and hear from founders that are building solutions for the future of work and education.
Are you a founder looking for support? This cool founder’s toolkit of 100+ resources was launched to help you gain access to fundraising development opportunities and programs!
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses is an investment to help small businesses grow and create jobs by providing them with greater access to education, capital, and business support services. You will gain practical skills across topics such as financial statements negotiation, marketing, and employee management, and gain the tools to develop a customized business plan for growth—for free.
BOSS Lab, Pillsbury is dedicating Emerging Growth and Venture Capital lawyers and colleagues in complementary practices will provide considerable volunteer legal and advisory services to up to 50 innovative startups with high-growth potential, valued up to $20,000. Apply today.
Mielle Organics launched its $1,000,000 #MoreThanAStrand fund to provide educational, entrepreneurial, economic empowerment and business investment for Black women and women of color around the globe! More Details / Ongoing
The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year fellowship that provides a $100,000 grant to young people who want to build new things instead of sitting in a classroom. Apply today to build a network of investors, scientist and founders.
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