We are looking for talented participants

Participants

Our program is meant for refugees and disadvantaged citizens. We believe that in the 21st century coding skills will help you to start a new life wherever you are forced to go.

We offer you 13 weeks of full-time coding bootcamp followed by a 6 to 12-month internship. The goal of Powercoders is the permanent placement of trained refugees in IT-companies and IT-departments.

Our program

WHAT WE EXPECT
  • Passion for IT and technology
  • English fluency
  • Commitment
WHAT WE OFFER
  • Three month intensive programming course
  • Additional support for laptop, food and transportation where needed
  • Coaching Program
  • Access to an internship lasting between 6 and 12 months
NEXT PROGRAMS IN 2020

We accept applications on an ongoing basis for our next programs starting in 2020.

Apply to the program closest to your place of residence.
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For social workers: download the factsheet in German or English

News & Events


Inauguration Powerhouse Lausanne

Powercoders has now a home in the heart of Lausanne! Join us to celebrate it.

Thu, Feb 13, 2020 5:30PM, Powerhouse Lausanne, Place de la Gare 10, 1003 Lausanne.

Party on!

For women: Intro to Coding Workshop

*FOR WOMEN ONLY*

Are you a female immigrant or refugee who is curious to know more about coding? This presentation is for you!

Join us at Futurekids in Lausanne, the event is FREE - sign up now!

27 January 2020, 1.30 – 4 PM, Futurekids, Lausanne

SIGN UP

Video Portrait Redbull

“We make sure that everyone gets the same opportunity I got”, says our Hussam Allaham. Watch the portrait of Redbull Switzerland about us.

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