Tech Fundamentals for Veterans
Transition the skills you gained in the military into a thriving career in tech! Tech Fundamentals is a FREE training program with virtual instruction. Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Curriculum includes a Google IT Support Certificate.
The next Tech Fundamentals Program
begins in February 2025!
How It Works
We believe that our work is not just about securing a job for our graduates but to foster a lifetime of learning and earning. Here’s what to expect when you apply today.
Complete online application
After a short pre-screening questionnaire, complete the full application and someone from our team will call or email you directly.
Participate in a virtual interview
Once you apply, you will be contacted by NPower staff as part of our selection process. We will notify you of the final decision date when you will hear from us.
Get to work
Upon graduation, we will help you land a full-time job in technology as a first step toward your plan for a successful future.
Attend a virtual info session
Before you are officially enrolled, you will attend a virtual open house and meet the staff and recent graduates. It’s a great way to get answers to any of your questions.
Join the class online
Once admitted, get ready to gain the technical skills and experience you will need to launch your IT career.
What the Tech Fundamentals Program Offers
*U.S. Department of Labor recognition; availability varies by region.
- Up to 20 weeks of instructor-led virtual training
- Opportunity for a paid internship or a project-based learning experience
- Opportunity to earn industry-recognized certifications: CompTIA A+ & IT Fundamentals+, a Google IT Support Certificate, and an IT Generalist Apprenticeship credential*
- Exposure to Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, and other leading technologies
- Mentoring from senior-level IT professionals
- Employment readiness workshops
- Job placement assistance with access to a wide range of top employers
- Access to financial assistance and resources to help with housing, childcare, and more!
Companies That Hire Graduates
Who We Are
NPower is a national non-profit organization working to create pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities through free training programs, internship opportunities, social support, job placements and more.
Jobs Our Graduates Land
Desktop Analysts
Junior Project Managers
Helpdesk Technicians
AWS Solutions Architect Associate
Program Eligibility
We are committed to serving those who need us the most. See if you qualify for our Tech Fundamentals program.
Young Adults
- 18–26 years of age High school diploma or equivalent
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Must be located in or near the following cities: Baltimore, Brooklyn/New York City, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Detroit, Newark, St. Louis, Kansas City, Raleigh, Dayton
Military Veterans and Military Spouses
- Over 21 years of age
- Must be one of the following: transitioning active-duty service member through the DoD SkillBridge program / honorably discharged / member of the Guard or Reserves
- Located in or near the following cities: Baltimore, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Detroit, Jersey City, Newark, St. Louis, Kansas City, Raleigh, Dayton
- Legally authorized to work in the US
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