Hey Invaders! 👽

Ready to break into tech at LinkedIn? This week’s Feature Friday highlights LinkedIn’s REACH Apprenticeship Program, and they just opened applications for two exciting roles:

• Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Apprentice Engineer

• Backend Apprentice Engineer

If you’ve been looking for an alternative pathway into a top-tier tech company, this could be it. Let’s break down the application process and timeline so you can apply confidently before the deadline: June 22, 2025 at 11:59 PM PT. ⏳

Application opens June 18, 2025 !!!!

✍️ Step 1: Essay Application

This isn’t your average resume drop. LinkedIn is looking for your drive, curiosity, unique background, and hustle—not just your technical skills.

You’ll answer 3 essay questions designed to show who you are beyond the code. Responses must be complete and submitted before the deadline!

🛠️ Step 2: Take-home Project (July–August)

If you move on, you’ll be invited to complete a coding-based take-home project.

For backend roles, you’ll build logic-driven, non-UI components of an application. It's a chance to show your real-world problem-solving and backend dev chops!

💻 Step 3: Virtual Interviews (July–September)

Expect:

• A technical interview where you’ll explain and expand your take-home project

• A soft skills interview to talk about your goals and who you are beyond your code

• A REACH Meet & Greet to get to know the apprenticeship community

💼 Step 4: Offer & Onboarding (September)

If selected, you’ll:

• Receive your offer 🎉

• Learn about your future team and apprenticeship track

• Join a cohort of apprentices for a custom onboarding experience

🌟 Whether you're switching careers, self-taught, or breaking into AI or backend for the first time—this is your moment.

🔗 Apply directly via the LinkedIn REACH Apprenticeship site by June 22, 2025 and start your journey into tech with a team that values potential over pedigree.

Until next Friday, keep pushing forward 👾
—Ari