Coding it Forward is a career technology platform that connects early-career technologists with government agencies, enabling them to apply their technical skills in public interest technology roles. The platform addresses the talent gap in government by providing structured fellowship opportunities that enhance the capabilities of public sector offices across the country.
Funding
$500K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Government agencies face a talent gap in technology roles, struggling to attract early-career technologists who may be unaware of opportunities to apply their skills in public service. This shortage limits the ability of public sector offices to innovate and modernize their services.
Solution
Coding it Forward is a platform that connects early-career technologists with government agencies through structured fellowship opportunities. The organization recruits and evaluates candidates, referring top talent to government teams for interviews and placement on high-impact projects. Coding it Forward also provides professional development programming, including mentorship and speaker events, to support fellows during their placements. By bridging the gap between technologists and government, Coding it Forward enhances the capabilities of public sector offices and builds a pipeline of tech talent for future government service.
Target Audience
Government agencies at the local, state, and federal levels seeking to enhance their technical capabilities and attract early-career talent, as well as early-career technologists interested in public service.
Features
- Full-service recruiting and evaluation of early-career technologists
- Matching of fellows to high-impact projects in cybersecurity, data, design, product management, and software engineering
- Professional development programming, including mentorship and speaker events
- Support for government partners in defining project goals and selecting candidates
- Access to a network of civic tech leaders and mentors