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CUNY Tech Prep

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CUNY Tech Prep is a yearlong 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.

CTP's application opens once a year in early winter. To be emailed when the application opens, sign up on the interest form
Applications are currently closed

Frequently asked questions

What does CTP offer?
  • Weekly Technical Course in Web Development OR Data Science (in the Fall semester)
  • Technical Interview Prep and additional topics such as Web Security, Cloud Technologies, etc. (in the Spring semester)
  • Spring semester offers limited sections of our Open Source Lab and Building AI Apps class
  • 1:1 meetings with a Career Coach
  • Mock Technical and Behavioral Interviews
  • Industry Guest Talks and Recruiter Office Hours
  • Information on full-time job opportunities and internships through our employer partnerships
  • A network of peers from the 11 CUNY Senior Colleges
  • Summer Hackathon for accepted students
What's the application process?
  1. Apply Online! (~early January - early March)
  2. HackerRank Challenge (~early February - late March)
  3. Final Candidate Interview (~early March - late April)
  4. Decisions (~mid to late May)
What tech skills do Fellows learn?

Full-Stack Web App Development (JavaScript)

  • Frontend and Backend development
  • Routing, Components
  • Model-View-Controller (MVC) Pattern
  • Relational Databases and ORM
  • Testing, CI/CD
  • Deployment

OR

Data Science (Python)

  • Data Wrangling in Pandas
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Visualization
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Business Analytics
Am I eligible?

Yes, if you:

  • are a Computer Science (or related) Undergraduate Major
  • are graduating in Fall 2025 or later from one of the 11 CUNY senior colleges with your Bachelor's degree
  • completed and passed coursework in Data Structures prior to the first semester of CTP or can provide alternative evidence of knowledge (ex: online course, internship experience)
  • are 18 years or older, do not make more than $50,000/yr as an individual, and are legally able to work in the U.S.
  • have NOT participated in any other TTP-funded program
    • The application has a full list of disqualifying TTP-funded programs.
Should I apply?

Uncertain if you meet 100% of our program application requirement?

Research shows that women and other groups who are systematically marginalized tend to apply only if they meet every requirement in the application. We are committed to considering a broad array of candidates - if you believe that you could learn and grow through our program, we'd love and encourage you to reach out to us and discuss your case!

Do you have any interviewing tips?

Yes, you can checkout our interviewing tips page.

Do I have to pay for CTP?

No, the program is FREE for eligible candidates.

Do I get paid for participating in the program?

No, CTP is NOT an internship and does not guarantee a job/internship.

Do I have to be enrolled in CUNY classes to take part in CTP?

Yes, fellows must be enrolled in CUNY classes during the Fall semester.

Where does the program take place?

The program is mostly virtual with some in person elements. Fellows must be available in person in NYC to take advantage of the in person opportunities (ex: workshops, networking events, and demo night presentations).

How many hours do I need to commit to CTP?

4+ hrs/week (2.5 hr class sections, 1.5 hour for homework, career coaching, and/or events depending on the week)