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CALLING ALL FOLKS IN #edtech! 📣 Does anyone know if there's an existing group for people in the EdTech industry to network and post open roles? (ex: Google Group/Slack Channel/etc.) I believe this community would greatly benefit from a central place to connect and mingle with each other (that isn't LI 😑). If not, that's about as absurd as Raygun's Olympic breakdancing performance. Comment below if you'd like me to start one! #edtech #educationtechnology #transitioningteachers #networking

Hey there, off-campus warriors! In today's digital age, your online presence matters. Showcase your coding projects on platforms like GitHub. Engage with tech communities on LinkedIn and other social media platforms. A strong online presence demonstrates your skills and makes you more visible to recruiters. Ready to shine online? Let's get started! #OnlinePresence #TechCommunity #OffCampusJobs

Let's shape the future, one teen job at a time! We are in early-Beta 🎉🎉 Want to learn more about Gigzz? Or we'd 💚 for you to want to learn more. We are building (in motion) an app for the younger generations to find jobs #teenjobs to get skills and experiences that can be a bridge to their future. From neighborhood yard work to after-school tutoring. #gigzz #futureofwork #teenempowerment #genz Link to blog post in the comments.

Charlène B. knew she wanted to move into #tech but needed some guidance. So she joined a #womenintech course to gain: 💡Programming skills 💡Industry exposure 💡A tech network By the end, she had landed a job as a #SoftwareDeveloper 🎉👏🏾 The best thing about Charlene’s job? “I never feel like I’m stagnant, there’s always more learning do to! I have a big community to help me with what I want to learn.” What’s your career change story? Share in the comments 👇🏾 💁🏾♀️💜 #BBturns10 #BBxGoogle #BlackBalladCommunity

Switching careers, starting fresh, or just getting into tech? I've found that success isn’t just about coding—it’s also about learning from all kinds of sources. “The Proximity Principle” has helped me focus on that. It’s all about connecting with the right people and being in the right places. Swipe through to see how I’m applying it to my own career shift. 🚀 #ProximityPrinciple #Networking #CareerGrowth #TechCommunity

Bridging the Gap: Real-World Experience for Students Through Open Source At Grinler, we realized many talented student hires lacked practical experience. So, we're building an open-source community where students can gain that experience by collaborating on real-world projects. Here's the plan: Open-Source Projects: Students work on projects mirroring industry challenges, building their skills and portfolio. Mentorship: Experienced developers guide students, providing feedback and support. Networking: Students connect with mentors and industry professionals, opening doors to future opportunities. We believe this open-source community will empower the next generation of developers. Join us! #developercommunity #students #realworldexperience #mentorship #opensource

I have created over 300+ group chats for different orgs, startups, and universities. This is how I did it: 1️⃣ Joined a consumer social startup that focuses on creating communities. I worked at LoopChat with UC Berkeley students creating 100+ college chats. Race, Politics, and Religion and Anime were the most popular. 2️⃣ Joined webinars based on my interests, created a group chat, and posted it live in the Zoom chatbox. My fav was the Intern Queen GroupMe I created. 3️⃣ I created ones for different Penn State campuses on GroupMe. My most popular ones were Penn State UP (still active) and one I was asked to create on WhatsApp for international students. 4️⃣ Asked to create group chats for other organizations. For the American Society of Civil Engineers, I reached out to different chapters to create a group chat for their annual competition. Now, I am working with another consumer social startup building and growing video-based communities for brands and knowledge seekers. If interested in learning more about how Genuin can help your community, my DMs are open. What are your tips on growing communities? ⬇ #globalcommunity #communitymanager #communityengagement

Not only a great article by Taylor Dooley, this also shows how important TechPoint’s Xtern program is for students and companies. Indiana companies (especially in Central Indiana) should jump in. You make a difference AND get highly vetted talent working for you in the summer. Please hit me up to learn more if you’re heading up hiring efforts.

In May 2023, I was feeling lost after a career break to focus on parenting. I knew I wanted to upskill and reskill, but wasn't sure where to start. I searched online for guidance, but felt overwhelmed by the amount of information out there. Then, I saw an ad on Instagram from Tech4Dev offering scholarships for women in Africa to learn tech skills. I did my research and discovered the Women Techsters Fellowship Program. I was drawn to product management because I wanted to use my problem-solving skills to make a real difference in people's lives. The application process was tough, but I was determined to take control of my career. And when I received my acceptance email, I was over the moon! Throughout the training, I had the privilege of learning from an amazing facilitator, Johnpaul Osemene, Coach JP. He made the learning process fun, interactive, and engaging. His life coaching sessions were a highlight, and he helped me push past my comfort zone to achieve my best. I'm grateful for the journey, including the tough moments, because they made me stronger and more resilient. Thanks to Tech4Dev, I've successfully upskilled and reskilled, and I'm now confident in my ability to make a meaningful impact in the tech industry. If you're feeling stuck or unsure about your next career move, I encourage you to take a leap of faith and explore new opportunities. You never know where they might lead. #careeradvice #womenintech #gratitude #learningjourney #careertransformation #tech4dev #productmangement #womeninproduct

First day Future Gen is in schools! 🥳 We helped nearly 20 students today and getting them all access to CareerAtlas 👨💻👩💻 The students were amazing. The teachers were amazing. I can't wait to see how our team is going to be helping students navigate the question "What do you want to do in the future?" #genz #careerexploration #highschoolstudents #futureworkforce #careerreadiness