Achievers in Technology Program (AIT)

Sankofatech's Achievers in Technology (AIT) program is an intensive, four-year initiative designed to cultivate the next wave of Black technology leaders in the United States. Recognizing that young people of African descent often overlook technology careers due to limited industry awareness, community misconceptions (such as a perceived lack of prestige), and a scarcity of resources, AIT seeks to address these challenges head-on.

Through our AIT program, scholars engage in a comprehensive four-year journey, gaining vital skills and access to a supportive network of peers, mentors, advisors, and established professionals in the technology sector. This program is our commitment to building a robust pipeline of Black Software Engineers and Data Scientists.

For any questions related to your application, AIT, or Sankofatech, please contact ait@sankofatech.org

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AIT Program Benefits

AIT scholars will receive numerous benefits by participating in the program, and some of these benefits include:

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An annual $500 scholarship award (only awarded the first two years)
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Mentorship
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Technical Interview Prep Services
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Diverse Network of Black Tech Professionals
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Opportunity to attend a Tech Conference

Program Timeline

Pre-Summer
1. Pre Summer Bootcamp to equip scholars with Computer Science fundamentals
1. Monthly Interview Prep Session
2. Mock Interviews
3. Mentorships
4. Scholarship Grant Disbursement
Freshman 
Year
Sophomore Year
1. Monthly Interview Prep Session
2. Mock Interviews
3. Mentorships
4. Conference Attendance
5. Scholarship Grant Disbursement
1.  Job Offer Negotiations
2. Job Search Assistance
Junior & Senior Year

Program Eligibility

To thrive in our challenging program, we seek students who demonstrate a passion for learning, exceptional time management skills, and a unwavering commitment to success.

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Be entering a U.S. college or university as a first-year student in the 2024-2025 academic year
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Demonstrate a strong interest in a career in Software Engineering or Data Science
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Be of African Descent
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From a low-income household
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Selection Process

December
Applications Open
Application Closed
April
May
Selected applicants will be invited for an interview
Pre-Program Boot Camp
June
July
Final Decisions

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