Tokyo Digital Academy's Young Engineer Course
In a significant stride towards enhancing digital skills among the younger workforce, SAMURAI, a Tokyo-based company, has joined forces with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to contribute materials for the Tokyo Digital Academy's Young Engineer Course. This initiative targets engineers under the age of 35 and aims to support their career development through essential reskilling programs.
Under the Tokyo Digital Academy initiative, three specialized courses are on offer:
Go programming,
React development, and
AI/Machine Learning. These courses have been approved by GovTech Tokyo as crucial for skilling up the next generation in the high-demand tech environment.
Course Offerings
Participants will undergo a comprehensive learning experience designed to enhance their practical skills in web application development. Here's a closer look at the courses available:
- - Go Course (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) - A deep dive into Go programming focusing on back-end development.
- - React Course (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) - This course covers front-end development using one of the most popular frameworks in the industry.
- - AI/Machine Learning Course (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) - Participants will explore data analysis and machine learning fundamentals using Python, progressing to project-based learning.
Each course is structured to ensure participants acquire both backend and frontend development skills necessary for creating web applications.
Financial Support for Participants
In a bid to encourage enrollment, the program provides significant financial incentives. Upon completing the reskilling program, participants can receive up to 300,000 JPY to assist with course fees. To qualify for this subsidy, it’s essential to finish all course modules. For further details, individuals are encouraged to visit the official site and review the specific requirements.
Application Schedule
The Young Engineer Course offers multiple application rounds:
- - First Round (Starts July): Applications open from June 1 to June 15, Noon.
- - Second Round (Starts August): Applications open from June 16 to July 23, Noon.
- - Third Round (Starts September): Applications open from July 24 to August 31.
This reskilling initiative isn't just about taking courses; it’s designed to be a supportive pathway toward career development in the digital sector, bridging learning with job acquisition assistance.
For details on eligibility and how to apply, interested parties should check out the program's official website at
Tokyo Digital Academy.
About SAMURAI
Founded in March 2015 and led by Representative Director Hajime Hada, SAMURAI operates from Minato Ward, Tokyo. The company specializes in programming education services, corporate IT training, and IT recruitment solutions. You can learn more about their offerings on their official page
SAMURAI Corp.. By partnering in this educational endeavor, SAMURAI is actively contributing to the development of a skilled workforce that meets the ever-evolving demands of the tech industry.