Entry Level Application Development Opportunity
This entry-level opportunity through Year Up United offers young adults intensive technical and professional skills training followed by an internship at Confidential Client in Pittsburgh. Participants gain hands-on experience in application development and related fields, along with mentorship and career support, to successfully launch their professional careers.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Program overview
Confidential Client runs an intensive, short-term training program (one year or less) designed to prepare entry-level candidates for careers in application development and related IT fields. The program combines classroom instruction in technical and professional skills with a paid internship placement at a top employer in the Pittsburgh area.
What this opportunity offers
Confidential Client's program prepares you for an early-career role in technology through:
- Hands-on training in application development and core IT disciplines
- Paid internship placement (internship educational stipend during the internship phase)
- Professional skills coaching: interviewing, networking, resume building, and ongoing career support
- Measurable outcomes — a high percentage of graduates secure employment or continue education shortly after program completion
Estimated compensation (as published): $45,830 per year (estimated, program-dependent). During the internship phase, students historically receive an educational stipend (example: $525 per week).
Who should apply / Eligibility
You are encouraged to apply if you:
- Are a high school graduate or GED recipient
- Are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Are available Monday–Friday for the program period and internship schedule
- Are motivated to learn both technical and professional skills
- Have NOT obtained a bachelor’s degree
You may be asked to complete additional screening questions during the application process.
Core curriculum & training areas
Coursework and in-depth classes typically include:
- Application Development
- IT Support
- Network Security & Support
- Customer Success
- Financial Operations and Banking basics
- Insurance Operations & Claims
Internship placement
After classroom training, participants are placed in a paid internship with a partner employer in the Pittsburgh area. Internships provide real-world experience and a bridge to full-time employment opportunities.
Qualifications (entry-level)
No prior college degree required. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong motivation and a growth mindset
- Basic familiarity with computers and a willingness to learn technical concepts
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable availability for program hours (weekday commitment)
Program outcomes & benefits
- Professional development (resume, interviewing, networking)
- Paid internship experience and stipend during internship
- Ongoing career coaching and placement assistance
- Historically strong placement rates and competitive starting salaries for graduates
Logistics
- Location: Gibsonia, PA (program and internship placements in the Pittsburgh region)
- Employment type: Contract / Full-time (program participation includes training + internship)
- Industry: IT
Why Careertakes is involved
Careertakes acts as a third‑party recruiting platform supporting this hiring and candidate-matching process. Applicants may gain access to additional roles and resources through the Careertakes platform.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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