Overview

AWS re/Start is a free, full-time skills development programme to jump-start your career in cloud computing. A technology background is not required to apply and the programme is focused on unemployed and underemployed individuals.

AWS re/Start and Generation India have teamed up to offer this free, online programme. Through scenario-based learning, hands-on labs, and coursework, learners gain the skills they need for an entry-level cloud role. You’ll learn all you need to be successful in a cloud technology career – from the coding languages & technical knowledge of cloud computing to the employment skills that will help you achieve your potential. After you graduate, Generation India Foundation will connect you with employers and help you move into your new working life.

What jobs can I do after completing the program?

A few roles our learners are placed in:

  • Trainee Engineer
  • Associate Cloud Systems Developer
  • Software Developer
  • Associate Consultant
  • Cloud engineer
  • Trainee Engineer – Cloud
  • Cloud trainee
  • Trainee
  • Devops Engineer
  • Jr. Software Developer
  • Assistant trainer
  • Associate Developer
  • Intern
  • IOC – Technical Support Representative
  • Software Engineer
  • System Engineer
  • System Analyst
  • Technical support engineer
  • Associate
  • Graduate Engineer Trainee
  • Associate Engineer
  • Developer

Who is this programme for?

This programme is open to anyone aged 21-25 Years who is living in India and currently unemployed or working on a zero-hours contract.

You should be a STEM graduate to apply and we encourage applications from groups under-represented in the tech industry – particularly women under 30.

We are looking for learners who like solving problems with a logical, step-by-step approach; have a good attention to detail; feel comfortable with the idea of learning new software programmes, such as Microsoft Excel; and are happy doing (or learning to do) a bit of computer programming or coding.

Requirements

  • STEM Graduates from Tier 2 & Tier 3 Colleges
  • Age Group 21-25 Years
  • Not currently in education, training, or employment (you can be on a zero hours contract)
  • Basic proficiency in English is a must
  • Have the legal right to work & live in the India
  • You live in an Indian State

What you will gain

  • It’s free! Gain all the skills you need to kickstart a successful career
  • Grow in confidence and resilience, while building your first professional network in the classroom

What industry skills will you learn?

Technical skills

We’ll help you learn the technical skills with lots of hands-on, interactive sessions. By the end, you’ll know:

  • Python programming – Demonstrate coding skills in real time applications with modifications & adding enhanced features
  • Demonstrate skills on data ,Transferring or receiving at network level & servers
  • How to manipulate data to create reports that support or inform business decisions

Don’t worry if some of these technical skills aren’t familiar to you – you’ll learn them in the programme

  1. Cloud Foundation
  2. Linux Foundation
  3. Networking Fundamentals
  4. Security Fundamentals
  5. Python programming
  6. Database Fundamentals
  7. AWS services: Architecture, SysOps, Tooling & automation
  8. Wen Server Fundamentals

Behavioral skills 

In every job, there are key skills that will help you be successful. We’ll help you learn how to develop the key employability skills to be successful in your role.

  • Growth mindset
  • Persistence
  • Future Orientation
  • Personal Responsibility

What do we offer?

  • Free training. You’ll learn all you need to be successful – from the necessary technical skills to the employment essentials that will help you achieve your potential. 
  • Connect with hiring employers. In the last few weeks of your program, you’ll work with our mentors to prepare for life after your training program. We’ll help prepare your resume and develop your interview skills so you’ll be ready to connect with employers.
  • Dedicated mentor support during the program and for up to 6 months afterwards to give you the best chance of succeeding and overcoming any challenges.

What our graduates are saying

Satish Gogiya

Mumbai AWS re/Start

“I'm very happy with my current job and I’m glad that I’m gaining relevant experience and learning new things every day. I am grateful to Generation for providing me with this opportunity.”

Shaik Bibi Jan

Mumbai AWS re/Start

“Through Generation India's AWS re-Start programme, I found hope in challenging times. With their training and support, I secured a promising career, bringing immense joy. Grateful for the opportunity, I thrive, constantly growing and advancing, thanks to Generation.”

What does a Cloud Application Developer do?

The top 5 industries where our AWS re/Start graduates work are IT & Managed Services, Software & Technology, Finance-Banking & Insurance, and Consulting after their 12-week programme. The top roles per industry are Support roles, Cloud roles, Developer and Software Engineer roles and System Analyst, where daily they resolve and track support tickets, address technical issues, troubleshoot to ensure seamless service across their employer products/services. They would be assisting a Cloud Architect or Senior Systems Engineer until they complete further levels of cloud certification and move up the career ladder. Learners who are joining as software developers after the programme work in a development team making use of their hard and soft skills to timely plan releases and ensure less down time for the organization.

The application process

Start Your Application

10 minutes

Fill out some quick details about yourself and we will reach out to you with more details regarding the next steps. Kindly note that this application does not guarantee enrollment in any cohort under AWS re/Start programme.

Combined Assessment Test (CAT)

This phase determines/assesses students competency with respect to Quant Skills, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation, English Proficiency through MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) based assessment.

Virtual Interview

40 minutes

We’ll invite you to join an interview session so we can get to know you better and assess your communication skills, professionalism, motivational and programme fit, and willingness to learn.

Decision

Once the decision is taken, candidates will be notified via email regarding their admission and next steps.

Ongoing benefits of Generation

  • A trusted network. You’ll join our ever-growing network of Generation graduates with access to continued learning and support from us.
  • Events. Events and workshops to help you keep growing.
  • Get involved and give back. There are many ways to get involved with spreading the Generation message once you graduate to help more people access life-changing careers.
  • Ongoing support. Use your new Generation network to find out about future career opportunities and troubleshoot challenges with each other.

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