NPower Student FAQs | Everything You Need to Know

We are excited that you are interested in choosing NPower to launch your tech career. We hope to answer a few questions that you may have.
Currently, we only accept applications from U.S. residents in or near the following cities: New York City; Newark, New Jersey; San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, Texas; Detroit, Michigan; Baltimore, Maryland; St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri; Bay Area, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, California; Raleigh, North Carolina; Dayton, Ohio. For more details on program offerings and eligibility visit: www.npower.org/locations
Unfortunately not at this time. As an organization dedicated to matching trainees with opportunities in digital careers we are currently only offering online courses within our current geographic footprint where we have strong employer partnerships to support post-program placements. As we look to increase our impact and reach more young adults, veterans and veteran spouses we may consider expanding to more locations in the future.
To qualify for our Tech Fundamentals programs, you must be a young adult, 18–26 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent and legally authorized to work in the US and must be located in or near the following cities: New York City; Newark, New Jersey; San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, Texas; Detroit, Michigan; Baltimore, Maryland; St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri; Bay Area, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, California; Raleigh, North Carolina; Dayton, Ohio.
A military veteran or military spouse
Must be one of the following: transitioning active-duty service member through the DoD SkillBridge program / honorably discharged / member of the Guard or Reserves, over 21 years of age, legally authorized to work in the US, and located in or near the following cities: Newark, New Jersey; San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, Texas; Detroit, Michigan; Baltimore, Maryland; St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri; Bay Area, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, California; Raleigh, North Carolina; Dayton, Ohio.
Since NPower was founded almost 20 years ago, our mission has been to serve those that need us most. Disconnected young adults, ages 18–26 years old, represent the talent pipeline of the future but often need support gaining the skills needed to enter the workforce. Veterans and veteran spouses often experience significant challenges and difficulties transitioning to civilian life and translating their military experience into successful high-paying careers.
Our programs are 100% no cost to all selected participants through the kind generosity of private donors, foundations, corporations, and government funding. If selected for the program, we do ask that participants come prepared and committed to putting in the required time and effort necessary to succeed and trust the process.
Once you find employment, you are not expected to make any financial contributions or payments to NPower and will graduate from the program with no debt.
As our programs are free and only half day, we do not offer additional financial support. Many of our students also work part-time, before, after class or on the weekends. Our staff can help you find programs that may assist with covering financial responsibilities such as housing, utilities, food, or child care expenses.
While no prior knowledge of technology is needed to join our introductory Tech Fundamentals program, it is recommended that you have basic ability to use a computer such as browsing the Internet, creating, deleting, saving and copying files and folders on your desktop, hard drive, or USB drive.
For some programs there may be an assessment to better understand how our program can support the applicant’s needs, For all programs there are a series of interviews to assess your fit for the program.
We run two cohorts per year: one begins in Spring and the other begins in Fall.
NPower has a rolling admissions process. We encourage you to apply early because spaces can fill up quickly. If you are not accepted in the current cohort, we encourage you to apply for the next class.
Yes, you can resubmit a new application here.
Tech Fundamentals is our introductory course where you will master the basics of IT with real world application and credentials with the opportunity to earn one or more industry-recognized CompTIA certifications. We also offer specialized training in cybersecurity, cloud computing, full stack development to eligible trainees that have completed the Tech Fundamentals program.
Yes! Anyone with 1-2 years of IT experience – or equivalent training and certification – is eligible to apply.
Please see our advanced training program offerings:
*programs may vary by region
For more information about our regional programs, please visit our contact page to connect with a representative in your state.
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The entire process is described for you here.
You will see a confirmation page once you submit your application. For additional questions, please follow up with the regional recruitment manager listed on the contact us page.
A member from the NPower team will notify you if you have been accepted, you can reach out to a regional NPower representative for any status questions via the contact us page.
You will definitely need access to a laptop or PC to participate in the NPower program. Technology needs will be assessed during the interview process to ensure your success in the program. If you don’t have access to a computer, don’t let that stop you from applying.
While programs can vary slightly per region, most classes require a 4-hour per day commitment from Monday through Friday for up to 20 weeks with an opportunity for a paid internship or a project-based learning experience.
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