CREATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TECH TALENT
How We’re Making a Difference
Young adults are not being exposed to tech opportunities in the San Francisco, Bay Area and Beyond. To fix the issue of diversity in tech, untapped young adults need to be introduced to new opportunities and mentors who they can relate to. Dev/Mission partners with tech companies and their employees to bridge the diversity gap in tech by offering mentorship, internship and apprenticeship opportunities, and corporate site visits.
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Meet The Students
“The most remarkable feature of Dev/Mission is its supportive staff and instructors, who have created a welcoming and inclusive environment. As someone with little programming background, imposter syndrome can be overwhelming, but the Dev/Mission team has been crucial in alleviating those feelings.”
Jasmin – Spring 2023
Jasmin – Spring 2023
“Dev/Mission’s curriculum is so diverse that I was learning something new everyday! I went from having basically no coding knowledge to building my own web app by the end of the program. One of my favorite aspect of Dev/Mission is how they connect us to people in the tech industry as well. I was able to explore different careers in tech through the corporate site visits and the volunteers that would come in. I’m able to incorporate the technical skills I learned from the Pre Apprenticeship Program into the projects we’re currently working on. But more than anything, Dev/Mission has helped me build confidence to pursue a career in tech. Before this, I honestly wasn’t sure if I could see myself working in the tech space. They’ve shown me that anyone can break through the barriers.”
Julianne – Fall 2022
Julianne – Fall 2022
“I think the best thing about this program is the range of expertise that is made available to us through volunteers and on-site visits. My main interest in joining was the chance that I would get an internship and a computer. But then I joined and love that I learned so much in so little time. So I knew whether I got an internship or not, this program would still be worth my time.”
Feliciano – Summer 2022
Feliciano – Summer 2022
“Dev/Mission has provided a place for me to grow intellectually. As a third year computer science major, I learned and understood more during Dev/Missions Pre-Apprenticeship program, then I did at school. They provided resources to find internships/jobs and helped me build my confidence! Dev/Mission aims to support the community, no matter their gender, ethnicity, sexuality etc. They offer free tech related programs that young adults can gain various types of knowledge in. They also have educational and exciting in person visits to big tech companies in the bay area. “
Faheemah – Summer 2022
Faheemah – Summer 2022
“Dev/Mission really did everything to make me feel like I belong here. As a first-gen college student and an immigrant, it has been difficult for me to find people to have meaningful conversations about my career. Thankfully, Dev/Mission has a mentor-matching program. I was able to connect with a mentor to discuss any questions I have. Dev/Mission is an one of its kind of program that not only teaches in-demand skills but also focuses on creating a community and support system.”
Josephine – Fall 2021
Josephine – Fall 2021
“After I graduated from Dev/Mission I was given many opportunities — a laptop, a mentor, and a stipend. They also gave me a six-month internship as an IT Technician managing all of the organization’s technology assets. I grew my network, connected to people in the tech industry, and gained lots of experience. This summer I am very excited to begin an apprenticeship position as a Desktop Support Specialist at Postmates.”
Eduardo – Fall 2018
Eduardo – Fall 2018
“The best thing about the program is the overall mission. People of color are set at a disadvantage and those who are from low and even middle class income are set back even further. Giving us young people the opportunity to thrive and somewhat level out the playing field is amazing and well appreciated. I feel that we are never given the proper chance and access to programs like such to expose us to different fields of work and so with this program, it is truly a blessing.”
Ruqaiyah – Summer 2019
Ruqaiyah – Summer 2019
“My goals right now are just trying to learn as much as I can and get experience, they have helped me by offering me an internship and getting experience, as well as the corporate site visits and open lab days where its a day where we can go and get help from engineers who work in the tech industry learning Python.”
Gael – Fall 2018
Gael – Fall 2018
“After I graduated from Dev/Mission I was given many opportunities. They provided me with a laptop and a stipend. Not only did they give me these things, but they also gave me a new job as a Community Technology Association Providing Tech Support to low-income residents in Hunters Point West/East and a mentor. They let me grow my network and talk with people in the tech industry and helped me gain lots of experience.”
Stephany – Spring 2018
Stephany – Spring 2018
“After completing the program I have new found confidence. I know that I do belong in the tech industry and I am taking advantage of every single opportunity that comes my way. Dev/Mission has instilled in me that just because I am a Latinx woman doesn’t mean I should be afraid to pursue my dreams, if anything they are like my fans cheering me on and supporting me every step of the way. “
Mellany – Summer 2017
Mellany – Summer 2017
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