Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You get paid a weekly stipend and receive a laptop, which you keep upon successful completion of the training.
You will gain exposure and concentrated training in many areas, but your level of mastery also depends upon your dedication, tenacity, and resiliency.
Some examples of tech skills you will learn are:
HTML, CSS, SQL, Node.js, React.js, Python, and others.
At icstars we will provide you with all the tools to complete your projects, and we will provide the right mentorship as you start building your new career path. You will also have access to all of our alumns for any help, advice or support.
The i.c.stars internship training is Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm. During the 12 hours each day, you’ll be gaining classroom instruction, working on your projects in teams and building your network. We provide a stipend so that you can remain focused on learning during these 4 months. Occasionally, teams will get together on a weekend to prepare for their final presentation.
Do I Qualify?
Do I Qualify?
Our minimum requirements:
- Minimum age 18 or older
- Demonstrate financial need
- GED recipient or High School graduate, No Bachelor degrees accepted
- Available to attend internship 8AM–8PM, Monday–Friday for 16 weeks
- 6 months previous full-time work experience
- Agree to a strict “On Time, No Absence” policy
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What our graduates say about us
The four months of training I received at icstars transformed my life and opened me up for opportunities that I did not think were obtainable, it not only gave me the skills to go find a job but also gave me the skills to be able to create jobs.
Cris Romero, SourceDigital Marketingi.c.stars provided me with life changing skills, but the most valuable thing I was able to take away was the ability to believe in my self and showing me I can accomplish anything.
Brandies Mevaa, B To CEORecent job placements from i.c.stars Chicago include:
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