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General
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What is ExperienceIT and what is it trying to accomplish?
ExperienceIT is an experiential training program, created by four downtown Detroit based companies, in an effort to bridge the gap between what the schools are teaching at local colleges and universities, and current hiring needs.
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Who are the partnering companies?
Today, the partnering companies are Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, In-House Realty, GalaxE.Solutions, OneMagnify, Quicken Loans and Amrock. We also have three partners, including training partners, Detroit Employment Solutions, Grand Circus, SEMCA and talent partner, Workforce Intelligence Network (WIN).
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Who are the students?
ExperienceIT has a very diverse student population. They range from young adults just entering the workforce, to established professionals looking to refine or expand their technical and/or application skills.
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Where does ExperienceIT meet?
ExperienceIT is located in downtown Detroit, MI.
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When was ExperienceIT established?
ExperienceIT was established in April 2012, under the name IT in the D. In April of 2014, the program underwent renovations, and the team felt it was only appropriate to rename the program to align with its mission of providing its students with an intensive experiential IT training experience.
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Is ExperienceIT an internship program?
No, IT in the D is not an internship program. Students will receive valuable, tailored training related to their particular IT path of interest, mimicing real-world application and implementation.
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Does it cost me anything to be an ExperienceIT Student?
No. ExperienceIT is completely free to individuals participating in the program.
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Am I guaranteed a job upon completion of the program?
Successful, qualified graduates, as defined by the ExperienceIT program, are offered the opportunity to interview with partner companies. Employment is not guaranteed as part of this program.
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Does ExperienceIT provide college credit?
Currently, ExperienceIT has not established college credit with its academic partners; however, this is something that we are open to exploring in the future.
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What is the time commitment for students?
The program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-7 PM in downtown Detroit, MI.