Job Description
Launch your tech career with our comprehensive paid training program! TechStart Oakland is seeking motivated individuals to join our entry-level IT Associate cohort. No prior experience required – we provide hands-on training in network administration, cybersecurity fundamentals, and cloud technologies. This 12-week program combines classroom instruction with real-world project experience, ensuring you job-ready upon completion. Our Oakland-based team fosters a collaborative environment where you'll gain mentorship from industry experts while building professional connections. Join us to transform your passion for technology into a sustainable career path with growth opportunities into junior developer or systems administrator roles.
Responsibilities
- Participate in immersive technical training covering networking, security, and cloud platforms
- Assist senior technicians with infrastructure monitoring and basic troubleshooting
- Document IT procedures and create knowledge base articles for internal use
- Complete hands-on projects simulating real-world IT scenarios
- Collaborate in cross-functional teams on technology implementation tasks
- Develop foundational skills through weekly lab sessions and certifications
- Provide basic end-user support under supervision during training phase
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college coursework in IT preferred)
- Basic computer literacy and familiarity with operating systems
- Strong problem-solving aptitude and analytical thinking abilities
- Eagerness to learn technical concepts and adapt to new technologies
- Excellent communication skills for team collaboration and client interactions
- Reliable transportation to our Oakland training facility
- Passion for technology and commitment to completing the program
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening