Accelerated Software Engineer Work/Study Program - Bletchley Fellowship
Flatiron School · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $41,600 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Paid 14-month software engineering apprenticeship.
- Combine bootcamp learning with production work.
- Focus on AI, ML, and Data Science.
- Develop skills and build a portfolio.
- Full-time remote role for US residents.
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.-based 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
- Software Engineering
- AI/ML
- Data Science
- Full-Stack Development
- Agile Development
- Code Quality
- Debugging
- Mentorship
- Portfolio Building
- Technical Interview
Skills & topics
- Software Engineer
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Data Science
- Apprenticeship
- Bootcamp
- Remote
- Flatiron School
- JavaScript
- Python
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your programming proficiency and bootcamp completion.
- Showcase your projects: Emphasize any personal or academic projects.
- Prepare for technical interview: Brush up on modern programming languages and web concepts.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Be ready to discuss teamwork and communication skills.
- Pass the aptitude assessment: Show your readiness for rigorous learning.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Accelerated Software Engineer Work Study Program at Flatiron School?
- The Accelerated Software Engineer Work Study Program, also known as the Bletchley Fellowship, is a 14-month, full-time, remote opportunity for early-career developers. It combines a part-time AI Data Science & AI Bootcamp with a paid apprenticeship at a partner company, allowing you to earn income while building industry experience and a portfolio.
- What are the time commitments for the Bletchley Fellowship?
- The program requires a commitment of 40 hours per week for 14 months. This includes 20 hours per week for coursework in the Flatiron School Data Science & AI Bootcamp and 20 hours per week for your paid apprenticeship work with an employer partner.
- What technical skills will I learn during the Flatiron School program?
- You will learn how engineering and data science intersect in modern AI products, practical agile development workflows, best practices for writing production-quality code, and how to build and ship features. You'll also learn to apply data thinking to software engineering challenges, becoming a more versatile full-stack developer.
- What are the eligibility requirements for the Bletchley Fellowship?
- You must be available 40 hours/week for 14 months, hold a Computer Science degree or have completed a software engineering bootcamp (self-taught developers are also encouraged), possess programming proficiency in a modern language, and be familiar with web development concepts and databases. You must also be currently living in and authorized to work in the U.S.
- Is visa sponsorship provided for this program?
- No, Flatiron School and its Bletchley Fellowship employer partners do not offer any visa sponsorship at this time, including H-1B, STEM OPT, and F-1 visa transfers.
- What is the pay for the apprenticeship work?
- Apprentices will earn $20 per hour for 20 hours of work per week. This pay is provided through the employer partner on their internal payroll cadence.
- How is the bootcamp tuition handled?
- You commit to paying the full $11,900 tuition for the bootcamp. This can be managed through a monthly installment payment plan directly with Flatiron School. The earnings from the apprenticeship are intended to more than cover this cost.
- Can candidates currently enrolled in a full-time program apply?
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