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What is The New Technologists (TNT)?

The New Technologists (TNT) is a career-launching program designed to accelerate the growth of future tech leaders from nontraditional and underestimated backgrounds. TNT offers paid tech experiences where students gain hands-on exposure to real-world AI projects, technical training, and deep mentorship.

At the core of TNT is a commitment to impact. Our model bridges the gap between raw potential and real opportunity, equipping students with the tools, confidence, and connections needed to thrive in the tech industry.

Our Programs:

The Academy (7 weeks - in-person)
The New Technologists™ (TNT) Academy is an award-winning 7-week innovation academy in partnership with a coalition of tech companies for college freshmen and sophomores interested in pursuing a career in tech. The program inspires ideation and introduces various tools/programming languages, provides hands-on training and real-world experience with senior engineers, and teaches the skills necessary to navigate the professional world.

We're creating a different type of technology company. Our mission is to cultivate the future leaders of tech by making it possible for people everywhere to work in big tech anywhere.

The Fellowship (9 months - virtual)
The TNT Fellowship is a nine-month, part-time professional and technical development experience designed for early-career technologists ready to apply their skills in real-world settings. Running January through September, Fellows commit 5-10 hours per month to hands-on project building, coding challenges, and structured professional development. Participants receive mentorship from industry practitioners and alumni, strengthening technical confidence, collaboration skills, and career readiness while contributing to meaningful, portfolio-worthy work.