Marcy Lab

Our flagship program, the software engineering fellowship, is a true alternative to college, designed to be a direct pathway for young people of color from low socioeconomic backgrounds to employment as entry-level software engineers. The year-long program starts with a deep dive into the fundamentals of programming and computer science paired with a project-based curriculum that applies these fundamentals in a real-world context. We complement technical training by cultivating "the whole student" through our leadership development curriculum, a skills-based, equity-centered approach to professional readiness and identity development. Classroom training is followed by a three-month paid apprenticeship where fellows showcase their talents by applying their skills as part of a real engineering team or working on an open-source software project. Upon graduation, our career counselors support fellows as they pursue opportunities in the full-time job market. Alums continue to receive career coaching and mentorship early in their careers and have access to alumni engagement opportunities for life.