Data Engineering
Launch your career in tech: Become a data engineer
Data is one of the fastest growing areas in tech. With career paths leading to AI, machine learning and Big Data, now is a great time to join this sector. On this free 12 week bootcamp, we’ll provide you with the perfect launchpad.
You don’t need any existing experience or qualifications to be part of this training programme – if you’re passionate about a career in tech, we want to hear from you.
What we’re offering…
- Free training You’ll learn all you need to be successful – from programming skills to the employment essentials that will help you achieve your potential.
- Guaranteed interview For each person on the programme, there’s a well-paid role with great career prospects waiting at the end, which we’ll help you apply and interview for.
- Free travel and lunch And if you’re receiving universal credit or other benefits, we’ll work with you to make sure you continue to receive these during the programme.
The next programme will begin in August. Applications for the programme will open soon. Click here to register your interest, and we’ll email you as soon as you can apply.
Covid-19 update – We will launch the programme in line with government social distancing guidance. This may mean the programme launches remotely, and then moves to in-person teaching when this is permitted.
This programme is funded by ESF and Power Up.
Program Length
12 weeksMonday-Friday, 9.30am-5pm
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Register InterestA few simple steps
- 15 minutes 1
Register your interest
Fill out some quick details about yourself
Register Interest - 1 hour 2
Complete some online tasks
In your own time, complete some short tasks related to the programme. Don’t worry, you don’t need to have any existing knowledge or experience to be able to complete them.
- 1/2 day 3
Come to a taster day
If you pass the online tasks, you'll be able to sign up for a taster day. You'll hear from employers and past participants, and learn how to be successful in your application.
- 1-2 hours 4
Final task
After the information session, you'll complete a final online task - this is a chance for you to explore the data engineering role, and show your motivation to do the programme.
- 2 hours 5
Interview and ID checks
We use this time to get to know you better as a person, to learn about your motivation to do the programme, and to understand how we can best support you to complete it successfully.
You'll also need to bring ID and work status documentation with you to this interview.
"From the programme I developed a new passion, discovered new challenges and set myself completely different goals."
Requirements
- Aged 18-29
- Not currently in education, training, or stable employment
- Can demonstrate your interest in a tech career
- Available full time for 12 weeks, and ready to start a full time job straight after the course
- Have the legal right to work & live in the UK
- Able to travel into London each day
Skills Earned
Technical Skills
We'll help you learn the technical skills with lots of hands-on, interactive sessions. By the end, you'll know:
- Database fundamentals
- Programming languages including Python and SQL
- Agile and scrum methodology
- Intro to Big Data and machine learning
Don't worry if some of these technical skills aren't familiar to you — we'll teach you everything on the programme. To explore if you'll enjoy the course content, we recommend trying out the beginner Python course on Codeacademy or the free intro to data engineering on Datacamp.
Behavior & Mindsets
In every job, there are key skills that will help you be successful. We'll help you learn how to:
- Problem solve effectively
- Be an awesome team player
- Organise your time
What your journey will look like
- 1
Complete your application and ID checks
Go through the selection process outlined earlier. - 2
Meet your mentor
If you gain a place, you’ll meet with your mentor before the programme starts to make sure you have all the support you need to achieve your potential. - 3
Start your training
The programme begins! You’ll learn the behaviours, mindsets and technical skills to succeed in the end role.
- 4
Get ready for your interview
As training progresses, you'll work with the Generation team on your interview technique and creating your personal statement for end employers. - 5
Graduate!
Graduate and celebrate your achievement with your friends and family. - 6
Interview and start in your role
We’ll matchmake you with end employers who have vacancies reserved especially for Generation graduates. We’ll support you to find a role, and then stay in touch as you start in the job.
Ongoing benefits of Generation
A Trusted Network
Continued contact with the Generation graduate network
Events
Events and workshops to help you keep growing
Give Back
Become a mentor to help others
Support
Troubleshoot your job challenges
