The Tech Collective
GET PAID TO LEARN THE FUNDAMENTALS OF IT REPAIR, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND NETWORKING.
Plus, the resources you need to land a job as an IT technician
The Collective Blueprint has partnered with Tech901 to offer this exciting, hands-on, 6-month program to young adults in Memphis.
Students work in a small classroom setting and use real-world technologies to learn the fundamentals of IT repair, troubleshooting, and networking. While participating in the program, students receive training for success, coaching, a stipend ($400/month) and transportation assistance.
START YOUR CAREER AS AN IT TECHNICIAN
Earn $400/month as you train in our 6-month program in Memphis.
APPLY IF You…
Are 18-30 years old when you apply and live in Greater Memphis
Have been out of work at any point in the past year
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Do not have associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Are not currently in a certification or college program
Program Perks
Direct access to technical training and a computer
Monthly stipend of $400 and transportation assistance
Coaching on getting into school (i.e., testing, etc.) and getting through school
Tech901 tuition of $180 can be covered by your stipend
Access to personal and leadership development training courses
The Application Process
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Applications are open and evaluated first come, first serve until the program fills up. Don’t miss out! We can only accept 25 applicants.
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If you meet our eligibility criteria, you'll receive an invite to an exposure day where you can meet some of the team at Tech901 and The Collective Blueprint.
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You will be interviewed after your exposure day.
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The next cycle starts in August 2024. Click here to learn more about Tech901.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our next Tech Collective cohort starts August 26, 2024.
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The program takes six months and is broken into four stages: The Collective Blueprint school training, Tech901 certification training, getting certified, reaching employment.
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The only fee associated with the program is tuition for Tech901’s class. The tuition fee is $180 and can be totally covered by the monthly stipend participants receive.
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For application or admissions questions, please contact us at apply@changeiscollective.org