LEARN ABOUT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WITH AOT THIS SUMMER!

For students in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami and starting FALL 2025: ATLANTA!
The Summer 2025 TECH360 Application is CLOSED for NYC, LA, and Miami.
The deadline to apply for the Fall 2025 TECH360 Program in Atlanta is August 24, 2025!

TECH360: INTRO TO AI

When checking the news, scrolling social media, or talking with your classmates and teachers, you may keep bumping into one trending topic: Artificial Intelligence. But what is AI exactly? How is AI disrupting the workforce and changing the world around us?

AI technology advances at a rapid pace, creating new opportunities and challenges along the way. You may feel curious, confused, or even overwhelmed trying to keep up with it all. This is where AOT's TECH360: Intro to AI program comes in! This program will help you develop knowledge, skills, and mindsets for understanding AI. By exploring how generative and predictive AI tools are made, you will uncover best practices for using these tools confidently and effectively. 

During the program, you’ll explore the following questions: 
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1. Where did AI come from and why is it trending now? 
2. What are the exciting possibilities and major concerns for AI technology?
3. How are generative and predictive AI models developed?
4. What concepts from data science and machine learning explain how AI works? 
5. How can you use AI tools effectively and ethically? 
6. What skills will set you up for success in the age of AI? 

Final Project:
The program will culminate in final group project where you'll get to put your knowledge and skills to the test by pitching an AI-powered tool to mock clients. The top-rated projects will be selected to present at Demo Day in front of a panel of judges.

SUMMER 2025 PROGRAM DETAILS

TECH360 is an intensive bootcamp that meets Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. While most sessions are virtual, there are 2 required in-person sessions. Please note that you will only participate in 1 cycle and will select your preference in the TECH360 application.

See region-specific information below! 
NEW YORK CITY
LOS ANGELES
Cycle 1: June 30 - July 17
Cycle 2: July 28 - August 14
DEMO DAY: August 21st
​Cycle 1: June 16 - July 3
Cycle 2: July 14 - July 31
DEMO DAY: August 7th
In-person sessions held on June 30th & July 17th (Cycle 1)
and July 28th & August 14th (Cycle 2) in Midtown NYC.
In-person sessions held on June 16th & July 3rd (Cycle 1) and July 14th & July 31st (Cycle 2) in Downtown LA.
MIAMI
ATLANTA
​Cycle 1: June 16 - July 3
Cycle 2: July 14 - July 31
DEMO DAY: August 1st
​September 22, 2025 - December 3, 2025
DEMO DAY: December 9th
In-person sessions held on June 16th & July 3rd (Cycle 1) and July 14th & July 31st (Cycle 2) in Downtown Miami.
In-person sessions held on September 22nd, December 1st & December 3rd in West Midtown Atlanta.

NOTABLE TECH360 PROGRAM ALUMNI

RODOLFO BAEZ

SUNY New Paltz
Computer Science
Amazon - Developer

JALYN ALLEN

Brandeis University
Computer Science
Codecademy - Developer

CHARLES MARSHALL

SUNY Fredonia
Computer Science
Southwest Airlines - Engineer

ANGELINA BATISTA

Baruch College 
Computer Information Systems
Warner Music Group - Associate

APPLICATION PROCESS OVERVIEW

BENEFITS OF THE TECH360 PROGRAM

DEVELOP
NETWORK
MENTOR
ACCESS
Gain AI and technology skills that will allow you to tap into the high demand for technology professionals
Join the AOT student network of more than 5,000 students interested in pursuing degrees and/or careers in tech 
Connect with members of AOT's professional network of tech professionals working with AOT students via our programs​
Gain access to technology career pathways as well as future AOT programs and opportunities 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

​WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?
Rising high school juniors and seniors currently attending a New York City (all boroughs), Los Angeles County, Miami-Dade/ Broward County, or Atlanta high school are eligible to apply.  Graduating high school seniors (Class of '25) would not be eligible to participate in the program.

AOT prioritizes students who attend schools that meet our Economic Needs Index and who demonstrate financial need, limited career development or tech education access, and/or are a first-generation college student.
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​*Please note that previous AOT participants are not eligible for this program.
DO I HAVE TO LIVE IN NYC, LOS ANGELES, MIAMI, OR ATLANTA?
Yes. To be eligible to participate in the TECH360 program you must be a resident of NYC (all boroughs), Los Angeles County, Miami - Dade and/or Broward County, and/or Atlanta (Fulton or DeKalb counties).​
IS THE PROGRAM VIRTUAL?
It is hybrid! Check your city's application for specific dates for in-person sessions.
​WHEN WILL I FIND OUT IF I WAS ACCEPTED?
Application decisions will go out in early June! Students who are accepted must submit their confirmation form and parent consent packet to reserve their space in the program by mid-June.
DO I NEED TO HAVE PREVIOUS CODING OR TECHNOLOGY/AI EXPERIENCE?
Nope. No prior experience is required - just the desire to learn!
IS THERE A COST TO PARTICIPATE?
The TECH360 Summer Bootcamp is completely free! In fact, students who successfully complete the program will earn a $500 stipend.
DO I HAVE TO ATTEND ALL PROGRAM SESSIONS?
The TECH360 Bootcamp moves FAST! In order to be able to really learn the material, it is important that you are present for all sessions. Students who cannot commit to the full program should not apply. ​
WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO I NEED TO PARTICIPATE?
In order to participate fully you'll need a laptop and/or desktop computer with audio/video capability and a stable internet connection!
HOW DO I APPLY?
Apply here!
WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT TECH360?
For NY TECH360: [email protected]
For LA TECH360: [email protected]
​For Miami TECH360: [email protected]
For Atlanta TECH360: [email protected]