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Microsoft launches 270 technology scholarships for young people and helps them find jobs

2023-03-24T09:41:17.056Z


There is time to apply until Friday, March 31. How to sign up.


Digital transformation, accelerated especially in recent years,

has increased the search

for IT professionals.

According to ManpowerGroup's “Talent Shortage 2022” report, 84% of IT & Technology employers report

difficulty finding the positions

and skills they need.

Similarly, the Chamber of the Argentine Software Industry (CESSI) states that

between 10,000 and 15,000 positions per year remain unfilled

in the sector.

On the other hand, youth unemployment in the country doubles that of adult unemployment, which affects approximately 20% of the young population, according to the latest INDEC measurements.

For this reason,

STEM

(Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) careers and digital skills are the gateway to the global economy.

In this context, the NGO

Junior Achievement

and the multinational

Microsoft

come together in a new initiative dedicated to training young people and

open the call to apply for the

"Cloud Administration"

course

, a Microsoft technical certification designed to prepare, train and develop professionals in this role.

STEM careers and digital skills are the gateway to the global economy.

Photo: Telam.

The course is not only technical, it is complemented by a module on soft skills, mentoring and accompaniment in job placement by Junior Achievement.

In total , 270 free scholarships

will be awarded

 to young people between the

ages of 18 and 25

from the City and Greater Buenos Aires (GBA).

“Employment generation is a challenge of the past, present and future because many of the jobs that exist today can and

will change tomorrow

.

Technology is a space of opportunities for young people, in which they can improve their realities, that of their families and communities”, says

Bernardo Brugnoli

, director of Junior Achievement in Argentina.

What is the Cloud Administration course?

Cloud management is the way administrators control and organize all the products and services that run in a cloud: user and access control, data, applications, and services.

In this course, the basic concepts will be covered with specialization in Azure.

The program

lasts 5 months

, with a total dedication of 90 hours with daily synchronous classes for the first 3 months.

The 100% online

course modality

.

Upon completion, students will take 3 Microsoft certifications:

  • Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)


  • Data Basics in Microsoft Azure (DP-900)


  • Microsoft Fundamentals of Security, Compliance, and Identity (SC-900).

  • In addition, they are accompanied by professional

    mentors

    from the IT sector and tutors who will also help them find employment. 

    Jorge Cella

    , Director of Philanthropy at Microsoft America explains why

    digital skills

    are increasingly required.

    "It is estimated that by 2025, 149 million jobs

    related to technology

    will be created in the world

    . Digital acceleration in Argentina together with the generation of digital skills can provide more opportunities for all people to learn, find work or access a better employment".

    The course is 100% online.

    Photo: File.

    What are the requirements to obtain the scholarships?

    • Be

      between the ages of 18 and 25

      (as of February 2023).


    • Secondary degree

      or in process (in February 2023). 


    • Be

      curious about technology

      and how it works. 


    • Want to

      start a career

      in one of the fastest growing sectors. 


    • Live in

      CABA

      or in

      Greater Buenos Aires.

    How to register for the scholarships and until when is there time?

    Registration is open

    until March 31

    at:

    www.junior.org.ar/certificate/

    Junior Achievement will select the profiles that best suit the requirements of the programs.

    To sign up, all you have to do is fill out a simple form.

    In any case, if questions arise when registering, you can write to

    certificaciones@junior.org.ar

    or by WhatsApp:

    +54 9 11 3909-8799

    .

    What is Junior Achievement?

    Junior Achievement is one of the largest NGOs in the world.

    Through practical and blended learning in

    financial education

    , digital skills, job training and entrepreneurship, it empowers young people to:

    • Make your entrepreneurial ideas grow 


    • Hone your job skills


    • Manage your income


    • Ensure a better quality of life for themselves, their families and their communities.


    With more than 100 member countries, the Junior Achievement network is powered by more than 500,000 volunteers and mentors, who serve 12 million young people around the world each year.

    In Argentina, it has been operating since 1991 and has offices in Buenos Aires, Córdoba, Mendoza, Salta and Santa Fe. Its programs reach more than

    1,100,000 students

    throughout the country.

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