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⭐️Career Training Program: The Microsoft Leap Pathway’s Software Engineering Track.

Overview: Are you ready to leap into a career with one of the tech industry's giants? The Microsoft Leap Pathways Software Engineering Track offers aspiring software engineers the chance to work on impactful projects while learning crucial software engineering fundamentals. Participants will gain experience working across the full stack of Microsoft products.

• Eligibility: Requirements vary by location. However, candidates must have completed relevant training, such as a coding academy or bootcamp, or hold a degree in computer science or a related field. Self-taught programmers with recent development projects or professional experience are also encouraged to apply.

• Salary: Salary is usually between $5k - $11k, but specific salary details are not disclosed

• Deadline: August 29, 2024.

• Link: click here 

⭐️Tech Career Training: The Microsoft Leap Pathways Product Manager Track 🌍

Overview: Are you interested in a career where you get to shape the future of technology products? The Microsoft Leap Pathways Product Manager (PM) Track offers aspiring product managers a unique opportunity to drive development and build consensus across the entire product lifecycle. By blending technology and business expertise, PMs at Microsoft work from product definition and planning to development, release, and beyond.

• Eligibility: Eligibility requirements vary based on location, but Applicants should have completed relevant training, such as a coding bootcamp, program management course, or similar academy, along with prior work experience in any field. Degrees in computer science, business, or related fields, whether from a community college or university, are also considered. Check the link for other requirements.

• Salary: Salary is usually between $5k - $11k although the exact salary details were not disclosed.

• Deadline: Currently open. The deadline is August 29, 2024

• Link: click here

⭐️Career Training Program: The Microsoft Leap Pathways Technical Program Manager Track 🌍

Overview: Are you interested in a career where you can lead complex technical projects at scale? The Microsoft Leap Pathways Technical Program Manager Track is designed for individuals who aspire to drive the development and implementation of programs, products, and services. TPMs use their expertise in software engineering and technology to provide cross-functional leadership, aligning efforts in product architecture and addressing complex technical needs.

• Eligibility: Candidates must have completed relevant training, such as a coding academy or boot camp, and possess prior work experience in any field. Degrees in computer science or related fields from a community college or university are also recognized. Additionally, self-taught programmers with a portfolio of recent projects are encouraged to apply.

• Salary: Typically between between $5k - $11k although the exact salary details are not disclosed.

• Application Deadline: August 29, 2024.

• Link: click here

⭐️Scholarship Program: Fulbright Scholarship 2024/2025.

Overview: Do you need a fully-funded international Master’s Scholarship to study in the USA? Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, this program covers full tuition fees, a living stipend, accommodation expenses, airfare, and health insurance. The Fulbright Program aims to foster mutual understanding among nations through educational and cultural exchange, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds without discrimination.

• Eligibility: Eligibility criteria and selection procedures vary by country. Interested candidates should refer to their country-specific Fulbright Program websites for detailed information on eligibility requirements and application guidelines. However, the opportunity is open to international students from 155 countries as long as they are proficient in the English Language.

• Deadline: Currently open. February – October (Varies from country to country).

• Link: click here 

⭐️ Internship Program: Amazon’s Software Development Engineer Internship Program.

Overview: Are you passionate about solving complex problems with cutting-edge technology? Amazon’s Software Development Engineer (SDE) role offers the opportunity to work on scalable, industry-defining projects that directly impact millions of customers. As an SDE, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to build innovative products and services, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the tech world.

• Eligibility: Applicants must be currently enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Graduates between October 2023 and September 2024 are eligible. Proficiency in a modern programming language such as Java, C++, or C# is required.

• Salary: $88,400 to $200,000 annually, depending on location, skill level and other factors.

• Deadline: No deadline was given. However, August 31, 2024, is the estimated deadline.

• Link: Click here for more information.

⭐️International Fellowship Program: The AAUW International Fellowships in the USA For Women 2024-2025 Program.

Overview: Are you a woman from outside the United States looking to advance your academic career? The International Fellowships program offers financial support for women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the U.S. This prestigious program, established in 1917, is open to women who plan to return to their home countries to make an impact in business, academia, or the arts.

• Eligibility: Applicants are non-US citizens and have a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's by the application deadline. You must also plan to return to your home country after your studies. They must demonstrate English proficiency and be committed to full-time study or research at a U.S.-accredited institution during the fellowship year.

• Salary: Funding ranges from $20,000 for a master’s or first professional degree to $50,000 for postdoctoral studies. This financial support covers tuition, living expenses, and other educational costs.

• Deadline: November 15, 2024, by 11:59 p.m. PST. The Application window opens on September 3, 2024.

• Link: click here