Accelerated Software Developer Work/Study Program - Bletchley Fellowship
Flatiron School · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $41,600 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Paid 14-month work/study software development program.
- Learn AI, ML, and data science skills.
- Gain hands-on industry experience with employer partners.
- Build portfolio with production-ready software.
- Earn income while completing bootcamp coursework.
About the role
About The Bletchley Fellowship
The Bletchley Fellowship is a work-integrated fellowship program designed to align how technologists learn with how modern AI products are actually built and deployed. Rather than treating education and employment as separate phases, the Fellowship intentionally combines structured learning with real, paid work on production systems. Fellows are placed with vetted employer partners while progressing through a rigorous curriculum focused on AI/ML and Data Science. The Fellowship exists for engineers who want to deepen their technical range, work on meaningful systems, and develop real responsibility earlier and more deliberately than traditional career paths allow.
About Flatiron School
As a leader in the tech industry, Flatiron School believes that education is the best investment you can make in your future. We’re committed to helping change lives and the world for the better. Our courses provide an immersive, outcomes-driven curriculum for students looking to launch a career in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Game Design. In addition to student programs, we also offer targeted education solutions for organizations.
About The Opportunity
Flatiron School is offering an apprenticeship opportunity for early-career developers to earn income while learning. Apprentices will enroll in Flatiron’s AI part-time bootcamp and be matched with one of Bletchley Fellowship’s employer partners for a paid apprenticeship throughout the duration of the program. This is a unique opportunity to develop skills in AI and data science while gaining hands-on industry experience. As an apprentice, you’ll contribute to software products, collaborate with experienced engineers, and build your portfolio with production-ready work. At the same time, you’ll deepen your understanding of data and machine learning to become a more versatile, full-stack software developer. This is a full-time opportunity, 40 hours/week (20 hours coursework and 20 hours apprentice work) for 14 months. The apprenticeship earnings will more than cover the tuition cost of the bootcamp.
What You'll Do
- Attend and complete the Flatiron School Data Science & AI Bootcamp as part of the apprenticeship
- Contribute to software projects for your host company
- Write clean, maintainable and testable code using modern frameworks and tools
- Collaborate in sprint-based workflows and participate in code reviews
- Support feature development, debugging, documentation, and QA processes
- Build your portfolio of production-level work while growing your technical and collaborative skills
- Receive ongoing mentorship from senior developers and product leaders
What You'll Learn
- How engineering and data science intersect in modern AI products
- Practical agile development workflows in a collaborative environment
- Best practices for writing clean, maintainable, production-quality code
- How to build and ship features with real user needs and product strategy in mind
- How to apply data thinking to software engineering challenges
Requirements
Who This Program Is For
- Must be available 40 hours/week for 14 months to complete the Flatiron School Data Science & AI bootcamp and for apprenticeship work
- Have a degree in Computer Science (or similar technical degree) OR have recently completed a software engineering bootcamp (strongly preferred); self-taught developers are also encouraged to apply
- Programming proficiency in at least one modern language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java)
- Familiarity with frontend and backend web development concepts
- Working knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and how to query or integrate them
- Must be currently living in the U.S. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer any visa sponsorship at this time - including H-1B, STEM OPT, and F-1 visa transfers.
Preferred Skills
- Awareness of testing, debugging, and code review practices
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Accountability in managing time and meeting small milestones
- Curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to grow into a multidisciplinary developer
Who This Program Is Not For
- Candidates currently enrolled in a college/university or bootcamp program
- Candidates currently employed in a full-time job (part-time work is ok, as long as the hours do not conflict with our program)
- Candidates who are seeking data analytics or data science apprentice work
Program Details
- Hourly Pay: $20/hour for 20 hours/week paid through an employer partner (hiring entity) on their internal payroll cadence, 14-month commitment
- Tuition Coverage: Commit to pay the full $11,900 bootcamp tuition, through a monthly installment payment plan to Flatiron School
- Hours: 40 hours per week total - 20/week in apprenticeship role, 20/week in part-time bootcamp courses
- Location: Program is fully remote and online, so you can work and study at home. U.S. candidates only
Requirements
- Availability for 40 hours/week
- Successful completion of the Flatiron School Aptitude Assessment
- Successfully passing the technical interview with a member of our engineering team
Key skills/competency
- Accelerated Software Developer
- AI/ML
- Data Science
- Full-stack Development
- Software Engineering
- Agile Development
- Python
- JavaScript
- Databases
- Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Software Developer
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
- Full-Stack Development
- Apprenticeship
- Work Study Program
- Bootcamp
- Remote
- Flatiron School
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight programming proficiency and relevant technical degrees or bootcamp completion. Emphasize any familiarity with frontend, backend, and databases.
- Showcase your projects: Detail personal projects or bootcamp work that demonstrates your coding ability and problem-solving skills. Include links to your GitHub or portfolio.
- Prepare for assessments: Be ready for the Flatiron School Aptitude Assessment and a technical interview. Practice coding challenges and review fundamental CS concepts.
- Demonstrate commitment: Clearly show your availability for 40 hours/week for 14 months and your strong desire to grow. Highlight your curiosity and initiative.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Bletchley Fellowship at Flatiron School?
- The Bletchley Fellowship is a 14-month, full-time, paid work-integrated program offered by Flatiron School. It combines intensive AI/ML and Data Science bootcamp coursework with a paid apprenticeship at an employer partner, designed for early-career developers to gain real-world experience and build a portfolio.
- What are the time commitments for the Accelerated Software Developer Work Study Program?
- This is a full-time opportunity requiring 40 hours per week for 14 months. This includes 20 hours per week dedicated to the Flatiron School Data Science & AI Bootcamp and 20 hours per week for your paid apprenticeship work with an employer partner.
- What technical skills are required for the Flatiron School Accelerated Software Developer program?
- You need programming proficiency in at least one modern language (like JavaScript or Python), familiarity with frontend and backend web development concepts, and working knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL). A Computer Science degree or prior bootcamp completion is strongly preferred.
- Is this program remote or on-site?
- The Accelerated Software Developer Work Study Program is fully remote and online, allowing you to work and study from home. However, applicants must be currently living in the U.S.
- What is the compensation for the apprenticeship?
- Apprentices will be paid $20/hour for 20 hours/week through their employer partner. This income is intended to cover the bootcamp tuition cost and provide earnings throughout the 14-month program.
- Does Flatiron School offer visa sponsorship for this program?
- No, Flatiron School and its employer partners do not offer visa sponsorship for this program, including H-1B, STEM OPT, and F-1 visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- What is the tuition cost for the Data Science & AI Bootcamp?
- The full tuition for the Flatiron School Data Science & AI Bootcamp is $11,900. This can be paid through a monthly installment payment plan to Flatiron School.
- Who is this Accelerated Software Developer program designed for?
- This program is ideal for early-career developers with a technical background (degree or bootcamp) who are proficient in a programming language and web development concepts. It's for those who want to accelerate their career in AI/ML and data science through a structured, paid learning and work experience.
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