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YOUR SUMMER STARTS HERE

 

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Roadmap to success 

In partnership with AmazonNext, CodePath offers DMV students a path to jumpstart their careers in tech. 

Get ready for a hands-on learning experience that will give you a preview of real-world software topics and prepare you to ace the technical interview, along with exclusive visits to Amazon's headquarters. DMV students from select universities who complete one of CodePath's remote summer courses will receive a $5000 scholarship, mentorship and workshops from Amazon engineers. 

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Duration

10 weeks

Skill Level

Beginner to Advanced

Program Dates

June 5, 2023 - August 17, 2023

Application Deadline

May 14, 2023

Location

The courses are virtual with mandatory Amazon headquarter visits in Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia 

Hours

Varies by course. 

More Pathways for DMV Students
AmazonNext is offering a $5000 scholarship to students who complete one of CodePath's no-cost, remote summer courses: Technical Interview Prep (for CS and related majors) and Intro to Software Engineering (for complete beginners). Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals of coding or looking for help in acing challenging algorithmic problems in whiteboard and coding interviews to secure an internship or full-time role, this program will help jumpstart your career in tech. This unique opportunity is offered exclusively to DMV students from these select universities

  • University of the District of Columbia
  • University of Maryland - College Park
  • Northern Virginia Community College
  • Howard University
  • George Mason University

 

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Technical Interview Prep

Cost: No-cost
Timeline: 10 weeks (Summer 2023)
Commitment: 4 hours per week
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced

Ace the technical interview with this course. In 10-weeks, students will gain a preview of real-world software topics and be prepared to solve challenging algorithmic problems in whiteboard and coding interviews. Whether you're beginning your search for an internship or you're about to try to land your first full-time SWE position in the industry, this is the course for you.

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Intro to Software Engineering

Cost: No-cost
Timeline: 10 weeks (Summer 2023)
Commitment: 4 hours per week
Skill Level: Beginner

Introduces software engineering and computer science concepts to students with little to no programming experience. Primarily taught in Python programming language and focuses on beginner topics from conditional, loops, big O notation, dictionaries, strings, and arrays. Designed for first and second-year college students and does not require any previous coding experience.

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Eligibility

  • Must be 18 years or older by June 6, 2023
  • Must be enrolled in a college or university in the U.S. by June 6, 2023
  • Must commit to attending classes during the required days and times; no exceptions will be made
  • Must be able to attend in-person visits to Amazon headquarters at Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia on June 5 and August 19

Intro to Software Engineering

  • Students interested in learning more about a career in software engineering and tech

Technical Interview Prep

  • Rising Sophomores and Juniors are preferred
  • Have completed at least one basic programming course and an algorithms and data structures course
  • Students who are pursuing a course of study in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related subject
  • Will be able to complete 5-10 hours of work outside class time each week
Those who identify as Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, or are the first in their family to attend college are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

How to Apply

  1. Fill out a 10-15 minute application
    about your previous exposure to programming, your interest in a career in tech, and general information about you as a person. You will need a GitHub account in order to complete the application.
    Note: No coding experience is required for Intro to Software Engineering.
  2. Complete a HackerRank Assessment.

    Applicants for Intro to Software Engineering will complete the HackerRank diagnostic assessment to gauge where they are when they start the course and map their progress throughout the course. 
    • Don't worry! Since this course is for beginners with no prior coding experience, your performance on this assessment will not affect you admittance to this course.

    Applicants for Technical Interview Prep will complete a HackerRank calibration test. This is a 100-minute timed assessment that is meant to analyze your understanding of concepts that will be covered in our courses. Students who score above a certain threshold will be placed in our Intermediate course, and those who meet a higher threshold will be placed in our Advanced course. 
    • Need help with the HackerRank? Here are six useful tips to help you ace the assessment.

What You Will Gain

Technical Interview Prep 

  • Opportunities to visit Amazon's headquarters in Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia
  • Mentorship from engineers at Amazon
  • Interview practice
  • Tools and techniques for problem-solving to ace coding interviews
  • Resume feedback & internship search support
  • An invitation to CodePath's first Emerging Engineers Summit
  • $5000 scholarship after completing the course

Intro to Software Engineering

  • Opportunities to visit Amazon's headquarters in Crystal City, Arlington, Virginia
  • Mentorship from engineers at Amazon
  • Lectures taught by professional engineers in Python
  • Interactive breakout room sessions with peers
  • Pair programming and mock interview practice
  • Tools and techniques for algorithm problem solving
  • TA support during synchronous and asynchronous class time
  • Access to CodePath's Career Center services
  • $5000 scholarship after completing the course

Hear from Our Alums

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ADRIANA BELTRAN

Florida International University

"Through the help of CodePath's community of mentors and TAs, I was able to continue improving upon my skills and even land an internship for the Summer. I recommend CodePath for anyone who is seeking knowledge on a specific field like improving your technical interview skills, you will gain valuable skills and will come out with more confidence after taking a CodePath course."

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LEANDRO GAMARRA MONTERO

John Jay College

"If you are a CS Major, then CodePath is the place to be. Without CodePath's Technical Interview Prep courses I don't know where I would be in navigating technical interview and applying to tech companies. Thanks to them I managed to secure an internship and I have to thank the amazing technical mentor and teaching assistants. CodePath is where you want to be!"

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RAJASREE CHENNUPATI

Arizona State University

"I am happy to share with you that I got a summer internship at Amazon! The CodePath Interview Prep course I attended this summer was super helpful to me during this process. Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity."

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ANTONELLA AVOGADRO

Florida International University

"I cannot express my gratitude enough to the whole team for creating this experience that has given me so much new knowledge, allowed me to develop my technical skills further, and inspired me to keep working hard to reach my goal of becoming a Software Engineer."

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PHILIP BOAKYE

Minerva Schools at KGI

"Over the summer, I had the chance to take part in CodePath's Intermediate Software Engineering Prep class. This was a 12-week intensive class where I got the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of data structures and algorithms and apply this knowledge in solving exciting and challenging problems. Special thanks to my instructors for making this possible. Thanks to CodePath, I feel more confident in my interviewing skills now."

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KAT KIME

Oregon State University

"CodePath's interview prep course gave me the skills I needed to succeed at my first hiring season.

And their Android course gave me an opportunity to learn new skills and show my work in front of Reddit's CEO. (We won first place btw)"

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CALEB OKE

Troy University

"After graduating college in December, I’m glad to start my first week as an Associate Software Engineer in San Francisco. So much love and gratitude for everyone who has been part of my journey. Special thanks to the CodePath  family for their constant support and best wishes. Let's get it!!!"

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Events

Apr

27

Courses

Info Session: AmazonNext x CodePath summer courses

Virtual •
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM PST

Tech Excellence for All

At CodePath, we believe access to relevant, hands-on technical training, career guidance, mentors, and community—created by engineers, for engineers—can help give tomorrow’s tech leaders the edge they need to have successful, life-changing careers. We strive to increase diversity in tech by making meaningful careers in software engineering accessible to all, and by transforming college Computer Science education to make students career-ready.

FAQs

  • Why should I apply to this program?

    This unique opportunity is offered exclusively to DMV students at select institutions looking to jumpstart their careers in tech. Students enrolled in this AmazonNext program get to visit Amazon's headquarters in Crystal City, Virginia.  

    Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals of coding or looking for help in acing challenging algorithmic problems coding interviews, you can supercharge your summer by connecting with Amazon engineers. 

  • How do I apply for this AmazonNext x CodePath program?

    For both the Intro to Software Engineering courses, you will need to fill out a questionnaire, which will have questions about your programming experience and your personal goals and history.

    Then you will need to complete the HackerRank assessment. This is a required portion of the application that is due  May 14th at 11:59 PM.

    For more information, see the “How to Apply” section above.

  • What are the program dates?

    The program runs from June 5 - August 17, 2023. 

  • What is CodePath's Technical Interview Prep Course?

    The Technical Interview Prep course from CodePath is a no-cost 10-week virtual class that helps undergraduate students learn the skills needed for successfully acing the technical interview process. The course accommodates varying experience levels from intermediate to advanced. Problem-solving practice, tools and techniques, mock interviews, and info sessions with industry professionals will be included in the program.

  • What is CodePath's Intro to Software Engineering Course?

    This is a 10-week course  taught primarily in Python programming language and focuses on beginner topics from conditional, loops, big O notation, dictionaries, strings, and arrays. The course is designed for first-year and second-year college students,  and does not require any previous coding experience.

  • What is the difference between the intermediate and advance track for the Technical Interview Prep course?

    • Intermediate track includes technical interviewing strategies and practice for landing internship offers and assumes basic knowledge of data structures & algorithms. 

    • Advanced track focuses on technical interviewing strategies for solving tougher and more complex algorithm problems, including graphs, dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, and backtracking.

  • Where do I find the syllabus for the courses?

    • View the syllabus for CodePath's Intro to Software Engineering course here.
       
    • See the syllabi for both levels of the Technical Interview Prep course below: 

  • When will I hear back about the status of my application?

    We process admissions periodically and do our best to keep up with the volume of applications. You can expect to hear back about your admissions status by May 2023.

  • Can you tell me more about the Emerging Engineers Summit?

    All students who complete a CodePath course in 2023 will be eligible to attend CodePath's Emerging Engineers Summit. This is a five-day experience of opportunities, with learning sessions led by top tech companies, networking, and community events to connect with inspiring and diverse professionals and meet hiring employers. Last year, our top company partners included Bloomberg, Capital One, Intuit, LinkedIn, Roblox, and Uber. 52% of our students who attended a CodePath hiring event received job offers.

  • What will be the instructors for the courses?

    The course instructors will be professionals from major technology companies, start-ups, and academia.

  • What if I need additional help during the course?

    CodePath teaching assistants will be available to help with assignments. You will be in a Slack channel where you can ask questions, and you can also email your instructors if you have further questions.

  • Will I receive a certificate upon completion of the course?

    Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion upon completion of the course. Many of our students will post and share their certificates on LinkedIn, and we encourage you to do so!

  • When will I hear back about the status of my application?

    We process admissions periodically and do our best to keep up with the volume of applications. You can expect to hear back about your admissions status by May 23, 2023. 

  • How can I get more information about this program?

    Please email admissions@codepath.org with any questions.