America On Tech’s 2024 Access Tech Internship Program Empowers the Next Generation of Tech Leaders

This summer, America On Tech proudly wrapped up its 2024 summer internships, where 212 AOT students were placed in a paid, hands-on technology internship running for six to ten weeks with leading companies. Through this transformative work based learning experience, students applied their technical and professional skills learned from AOT’s programs in a practical work setting. 

For many students, this was their first taste of a professional work environment. Through their internships, they gained experience in fields ranging from digital marketing and web development to software engineering and data analytics. 

AOT staff supported many students every step of the way, from application review and interview preparation to hosting a 2-day professional development summit prior to starting their internships which ensures interns not only completed technical tasks but also developed vital workplace skills.​

Success by the Numbers:

• 212 interns at 134 companies
  • 47% in high school; 53% in college
  • 69% identified as Black and/or Latinx 
  • 63% women or gender non-conforming
• $1.13M estimated wages earned by all interns based on market trends
• 96% completed their internship

Of Access Tech Interns,

• 98% were satisfied or extremely satisfied with their experience
• 93% reported gaining valuable career knowledge
• 99% felt supported by AOT throughout their internships

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Student Testimonials

The impact of the Access Tech Program is best reflected in the voices of the students themselves. Here are a few testimonials:

Matthew Velez, Creative Tech Intern at The GIANT Room, shared, "By the end of the internship, I gained new skills like how to use Google Appsheets to sync up invoices for automatic upload. My favorite experience was when I collaborated with my team and the New York Public Library to put together a 700-page report featuring stories created by children around the city.”

Overall, my summer internship has left a significant mark on me. It has made me realize the values I look for in a company which is a workplace that embraces my authenticity and one where I can develop personally and professionally.”

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Deborah Olaniyi, a Junior Engineer at InTech Foundation said, "Working at InTech has solidified my commitment to making the world of tech a more inclusive place where individuals who look like me can find belonging. This experience has inspired me to seek out more opportunities to work with nonprofits that are dedicated to empowering underrepresented communities. I am passionate about using my skills to create technology that makes a difference in people's lives.”

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Internship host, Rina Madhani of Start Lighthouse said that, “We were thrilled to have our interns from the Access Tech program support Start Lighthouse this summer. The interns played a critical role in updating our website, improving content, site navigation, and enhancing the overall user experience. They approached each task with enthusiasm and creativity, and it was clear that the skills they gained will serve them well in their future careers.”

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Become a Future Internship Host

Is your company interested in hosting an AOT intern at potentially no cost to you?
For more information contact: [email protected] 
to get your company involved today!​

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