Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Technology Fellowship:

• Be a resident of New York State or Connecticut

• Be 18 of age or older

• Make less than $55,000 a year

• Possess basic computer literacy skills (typing, internet research, email, etc.)

• Speak and understand (written and spoken) English.

• Possess a high school diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency (HSE)

• Authorized to work in the United States or current 

It’s free. No cost to you!

No. The fellowship is aimed at serving people from diverse backgrounds with little to no post-secondary education and limited, foundational technical experience.

• Pre-Training is a prerequisite for the fellowship. 

• Pre-Training aims to gauge your persistence and ability to engage in independent, self-paced learning of technical content. 

• The course consists of self-guided modules that will build your baseline knowledge of the tech industry and specific skills and digital tools for the Data Science track.

• Your acceptance into the course is dependent on completion and passing the Pre-Training course.

• Classes are held remotely Monday through Wednesday from 5:30 - 9:30pm EST plus in-person at Synchrony Skills Academy on Thursdays 5:30-8:30pm. 

• Classes typically include a mixture of demonstration, discussion, group exercises, and independent work time, as well as a short break. Additionally, fellows should expect to spend between 12-15 hours per week outside of class studying and working on assignments. 

• Mondays through Wednesdays, instruction will be provided virtually.

• Thursdays classes will be offered at Synchrony Skills Academy in Stamford, CT.

• Additionally, a range of office hours, tutoring, review sessions, industry engagements, and community building events will be offered in person throughout the program. 

Classes will be taught by experienced tech professionals with instructional experience, seasoned alumni, and guest speakers.

Fellows need access to wifi to successfully participate in coursework at home. Fellows will be provided with laptops for coursework for the duration of the program.

As a fellow you may receive the following:

• A laptop and Wi-Fi support (on an as-needed basis) to use for the duration of the program.

• Work-Study stipends

• Support obtaining a paid internships and employment in your field

• Have the opportunity to participate in free certification and advanced software skill prep courses and take certification exams with the fees waived, such as the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner certification

• Receive a letter of recommendation to assist in their job search

• Receive a certificate of completion upon successfully graduating and completing the fellowship

Historically 75% of graduates land their first technology role after The Knowledge House while approximately 50% land a full-time role with an average salary of $80k within 12 months of completing the program.

As a Fellow you will receive the following:

• Behavioral and technical interview preparation

• Resume and cover letter assistance

• Best practices on establishing a LinkedIn professional presence and a professional digital footprint

• Networking and communications skills training

• Tips and guidance on mastering the job search

Yes, you will need to provide one document from each category below prior to your interview:

• Proof of Income:

  • 2022 Tax Returns.

  • Last 2 Pay Stubs.

  • Human Resources Administration* (HRA) letter. 

  • W2.

• Proof of Residency:

  • State I.D.

  • U.S. Passport.

  • Two pieces of mail.

• Proof of Education:

  • HS Diploma.

  • College/University Diploma.

  • College/University Transcript.

• Proof to work in the U.S:

  • Passport.

  • Green Card (Permanent Resident Card).

• Goal setting and course planning

• Student advocacy and support

• Referral to supportive services

• Time and stress management coaching

For more information on becoming a fellow, or bringing our programs to you, contact us at stamford@theknowledgehouse.org