Young Tech Professionals (YTP) Program
Preparing the Next Generation of Technology Talent
The Innovate@UCLA Young Tech Professionals (YTP) program, founded in 2018, develops the next generation technology workforce by educating undergraduate and graduate students on business and digital skills, providing interview coaching, and real internship and full-time hiring opportunities vetted through our Student & Strategic Alliance committee.
Engineering 170: Project-based tech Bootcamp for Social Impact
UCLA Eng170 is a 4.0 unit course that consists of a 10-week Design Thinking bootcamp culminating in a Demo Day MVP presentation to a group of industry judges. Students are required to apply to the course and must be at least a 2nd year student.
Students will embark on a transformative journey to become a tech trailblazer! Whether an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative mind, or a problem solver from any academic discipline, our 10-week hands-on bootcamp is a student’s gateway to the exciting intersection of business, social impact, and technology. Eng170 provides the opportunity to augment academic prowess with real-world skills, setting the stage for success in the dynamic tech landscape. Students are mentored by industry field experts and coaches. It is a life-changing experience!
Student Internship Program
Connecting UCLA students with industry leaders to build skills, confidence, and career pathways.
Why Partner With Us?
- Connect with skilled UCLA students
- Collaborate on meaningful projects
- Build relationships with potential hires
YTP Key Focus Areas
Digital Skills
Explore data-centered modeling, Artificial Intelligence, UI/UX, and cloud computing to develop agility in the tools shaping the future of technology.
Business Skills
Develop a well-rounded skill set in project/product management, business development and market analysis, agile frameworks, and the art of pitching ideas that captivate stakeholders.
Human Skills
Cultivate problem-solving abilities, social impact awareness, emotional intelligence, and conflict resolution strategies to thrive in diverse and collaborative teams.
Industry Connections
Forge valuable connections with thoughtfully selected industry experts, who serve as guest lecturers, coaches, field experts and advisors through the class. Leverage your access to these professionals to gain insights into the digital future, internship or full-time employment opportunities, or simply create a new professional connection.
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Want to learn more about future involvement with YTP? Please contact ytp@ucla.edu
The YTP program was developed in 2018 as a partnership with Innovate@UCLA, a collaborative partnership with SoCal tech companies and leadership to expose students to local industry leaders, innovation, mentorship, entrepreneurship, professional development, and knowledge of the tech industry.