Do you love solving problems? Are you passionate about technology? Do you need experience to land your dream job in IT?
WeThinkCode_ is an outstanding two-year training internship in computer programming. It’s completely free and you will be paid a salary.
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No previous education or coding experience required.
If you are between 17 and 35 years old, simply complete our online application to find out if you have the potential to become a world-class software engineer.
There are no teachers, no classes, no books.
You will learn to program by coding and solving programming problems 10 hours a day, 6 days a week with yours peers at our Johannesburg campus in the CBD or in Cape Town.
To get in you don’t need any diploma. We believe that regardless of your previous education, where you grew up, what you know or what you have done, you could be #BornToCode!
Do you have what it takes? There is one way to find out, sign up now and play our application games.
Who can apply?
WeThinkCode_ is open to anyone between the age of 17 and 35. You don’t need any previous education, not even matric is required. You need to able to attend our campus in Johannesburg and be eligible to study and/or work in South Africa.
How do I know that I am #BornToCode?
Regardless of your previous education, where you grew up, what you know or what you have done, you could be #BornToCode! There is one way to find out, sign up now and play our application games to see if you have what it takes.
How long is the course?
Students are expected to complete the course in approximately 2 years.
The work is project based, and it is estimated that most candidates will earn their first 4 month internship after 8 months of full time course work.
This internship will be followed by a further 8 months (approximately) of course work, in order to qualify for the second and final 4 month internship.
How much does it cost?
The course is 100% free for WeThinkCode_ students. Corporate sponsors pay your tuition, and in exchange you will complete two (paid) 4 month internships with them during the course of your studies. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be required to work back the value of your sponsorship (typically 1-2 years) with your sponsor.
Do I need a computer?
No, WeThinkCode_ will be equipped with enough computers to provide 1 for each student most of the time.
This is another reason to why you have to come to campus everyday, because you’ll find everything you need to do the projects and develop your skills at WeThinkCode_.
How does the internship work?
Your tuition is sponsored by one of our Corporate Sponsors, and you will complete two 4-month internships with your Corporate Sponsor.
During your internship you will earn a basic market related salary.
How does the internship work?
Your tuition is sponsored by one of our Corporate Sponsors, and you will complete two 4-month internships with your Corporate Sponsor.
During your internship you will earn a basic market related salary.