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Welcome to 2025 with CUNY2X Tech
CUNY2X Tech
January 14, 2025
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Welcome back to the CUNY2X Newsletter and we are ready to start 2025 off right. If you don’t know already the purpose of CUNY2X Tech is to double the number of CST Graduates from City Tech. While we are here at City tech we have some exciting things in store for the year of 2025 continue reading to find out more.
Tech Talent Pipeline Residency
The Tech Talent Pipeline Residency (TTPR) is an exclusive program designed for CST students, offering stipends and additional perks. Participants receive hands-on tech training, work on projects to enhance their GitHub portfolios, excel in both technical and behavioral interviews, and benefit from personalized guidance and coaching to prepare for successful careers in tech.
The TTPR program launched its inaugural cohort at City Tech on January 6th. This cohort consists of 25 students who will undergo intensive full-stack development training from January to March. After completing the training, participants will prepare for technical interviews and, during the summer, interview with NYC-based companies for paid internship opportunities. Congratulations to everyone who is participating in this program!
Workshops/Events
CUNY2X Orientation
February 6th with be the CUNY2X Orientation in A-103 from 12:30 - 1 PM. During this time we will introduce our team our goals, why we are hear and how we plan to help the students in the CST department. This is a great time to get to know the CUNY2X Team please stop by. This is for all students in the CST Department.
Career Foundations Series
In the Spring Semester CUNY2X will be continuing its Career Foundations workshops. In these workshops we will go over how to write resumes, use linkedin, how to network on linkedin and applying to jobs. We are also adding a new workshop which is how to use Github!
We will hold the first workshop “How to write a Resume” right after our orientation on February 6th at 1pm. We hope to see you all there as well as our other workshops.
City Tech 2X Speaker Series
CUNY2X is launching a Speaker Series. These will be in person events for students to learn about different paths in the tech industry. CUNY2X plans on having one speaker a month each month is a different topic. Some topics include project management, data science and analytics, cybersecurity, AI, gaming, software development and many more. More information will be sent out soon for the speaker series so keep and eye out.
Internship Opportunities
If you don’t know already one mandatory requirement for graduating is completing the Internship Requirement. We would like to help you all with this. Please take a look at our internship repositories. These have relevant internships for students in CST department.
Data science/Database - https://github.com/CUNY2XTech/Data-Science-Internships
IT Operations - https://github.com/CUNY2XTech/IT-Operations/blob/main/README.md
Product Management -https://github.com/CUNY2XTech/CUNY2XTech-Product_Mangement/tree/main
If you plan on applying to internships please stop by room N621and meet with Arthur. He can help you with Resumes and Interview prep.
Programs and Hackathons and Career Programs
CUNY Tech Prep:
The CUNY Tech Prep Cohort is taking applications for the 2025-2026 year.
CUNY Tech Prep is a year long technical and professional development program for CUNY computer science and related majors to learn in-demand technologies, master professional soft skills, and land great tech jobs in NYC
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehwje-rDGHc9YMbyGVRF0M23Ynq6M940cXdz5eq2sAVisK-Q/viewform
Make History at FemHack NYC:
Dates: February 8th - 9th
Time: All Day
Location: Techstars NYC
Calling all NYC Female talent! We’re hosting our third Hackathon for women and those who identify as female. The Fierce Foundry Hackathons are not just about building product prototypes, we create a go-to-market strategy and financial models proving the idea beyond the tech! Engineers, Designers and Business Leaders welcome.
Have a team? Sign them up. Don’t have a team? No worries, we will connect you to ideas and other solo-hackers. Everyone will have the opportunity to connect with investors and winners will receive a cash prize!
Learn More: https://lu.ma/3jab4ys4
Army Career Invitational
We’re excited to announce we’re hosting our second U.S. Army Career Invitational on February 15, 2025 for individuals with a background in IT, Cybersecurity or Computer Systems.
Sponsored by the Department of Defense, this one-day virtual event is designed to help students and alumni.Connect to valuable job opportunities within the US Army, particularly for those with a background in IT, Cybersecurity or Computer Systems.
Army Career Invitational
Sponsored by the Department of Defense and presented by Correlation One, the Army Career Invitational is designed to enable individuals to:
Complete interactive "missions" that simulate real-life Army challenges.
Gain insights into how the Army can help them accelerate their careers, both within the military and in the civilian sector.
Those who complete the missions will also be eligible for a share of a $3,000 prize pool.
Where: Online
Cost: Free
Sign up here: https://www.correlation-one.com/army-career-invitational?utm_source=c1e&utm_medium=yw&utm_campaign=CLY
🚀 Exciting Google Opportunity for CUNY Students!
CUNY, Google, and Basta are offering the Google Software Engineer Program (G-SWEP), a free 10-week immersive program for Computer Science students.
✨ What is G-SWEP? G-SWEP equips students with essential tech skills and career readiness. So far, it has helped 155 students land roles at top companies like Apple, NASA, and Oracle.
📅 Key Details:
Application Period: January 13–27
Eligibility: Computer Science students, especially first-generation and BIPOC students. Unsure? Apply anyway! How to Apply:
Why Apply? Gain cutting-edge skills, industry insights, and career coaching to excel in the tech world.
For questions, contact me or Basta’s Yanique Francis at [email protected].
🌟 Don’t miss this chance to launch your tech career!
Advisement
CUNY2X has an advisement cohort for all students in the CST Department. We have 2 advisors in the office each with their own speciality.
🌟 Meet Arthur Chisolm – Your CUNY2X Career Guru!
Arthur Chisolm, one of our dedicated CUNY2X advisors, is a career advisement expert with over 10 years of experience recruiting for technical roles. Whether you need to craft a standout resume, master LinkedIn, nail networking, or navigate the application process, Arthur is your go-to resource. His insider tips and expertise can help you take your career to the next level! 🚀
For the month of January Arthurs advisement is online to schedule a meeting please use this link: Make Appointment Here
🌟 Meet Kimberly – Your CUNY2X Advisor and CST Insider!
Kimberly, a proud CST graduate from City Tech, knows the curriculum like the back of her hand. With her firsthand experience, she’s here to guide you through schedule planning, class management, internship guidance, and exploring career opportunities. Whether you’re navigating your coursework or planning your next steps, Kimberly is here to help! 🚀
For this month Advisement is online please schedule an appt here: Make Appointment Here
Please know for this month all meeting will be via Zoom if scheduled with these advisors
CUNY2X Application Hour
CUNY2X invites you to join our open office hours every Thursday from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. These sessions are dedicated to assisting students in applying for internships and gaining valuable career insights.
If you're interested, we encourage you to stop by! For any questions or additional support, please reach out to Istishna Hussain. She is available to assist with any inquiries and guidance you may need.
Feel free to email her directly at [email protected].
Thank you for Tuning In
We want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for being a part of our newsletter. Your engagement means a lot to us, and we hope that the resources and opportunities we share help you on your academic and professional journey.
Our goal is to keep you informed about everything CUNY2X Tech has to offer, including workshops, events, advisement services, internship opportunities, and much more. We aim to empower you with tools and knowledge to excel in your career and achieve your aspirations in tech.
If you have any questions, need guidance, or simply want to learn more about our offerings, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our program manager, Istishna Hussain, is here to assist you with any inquiries or support you may need. Feel free to email her directly at [email protected].
Thank you again for staying connected with us, and we look forward to continuing to support you on your journey toward success!