Ready to take charge of your future and kick-start a career in tech?
We want to unlock the amazing and the potential in our early careers associates. We designed our Digital Academies precisely for this reason, to provide the best training in the latest technologies, empowering you to deliver transformational change for our customers. We partner with leading training providers and academic institutes to create bespoke academies that let you develop your academy-specific skill sets and earn industry-recognised certifications.
Over a 21-month programme, you’ll be supported by our Early Careers team to complete a 12-week hybrid technical and consultancy skills training programme
When your initial training is successfully completed, you’ll be assigned to your Version 1 team and paired with a buddy. We help you settle in and meet all the people you need to help you succeed in your journey.
We welcome applications from recent graduates, college and university leavers, and people considering a change in career.
Agile methodology
Effective soft skills
Creative thinking
Early Careers Programme
Your initial phase will involve learning and virtual classroom-based training, discussion sessions, workshops and experiential learning supported by Version 1 experts and senior management
Meet some of our associates
Early Careers Associate, Dublin, Ireland
Tanise Carvalho
Early Careers Associate, Dublin, Ireland
“I joined the Version 1 Early Careers Programme in July 2023 and am now approaching the end of my first 6 months of the 21-month programme. Prior to the programme, I had been out of the industry for over five years, so it was crucial for me to get back into the swing of things. The skills I acquired during the training were essential for my current position working with Java. The Java training provided an excellent foundation to help me feel more confident as I transitioned into my role. The soft skills we learned were incredibly useful in integrating myself into the team.
I believe that the presentation training helped me to better articulate my questions and concerns to my line-manager and colleagues. I earned both Cisco’s Cybersecurity certification and the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification. I have also received the LFC131: Green Software for Practitioners from The Linux Foundation, and I’m now in the process of preparing for the Oracle OCA Java exam. Having the support of the Early Careers team was amazing. It gave me a sense of comfort to know that I had someone to assist me on this journey.”
Early Careers Associate, Birmingham, UK
Alana Barrett-Frew
Early Careers Associate, Birmingham, UK
“Transitioning from a 20-year teaching career to the tech industry was a leap of faith. Yet, my experience with Version 1’s Early Careers Programme has surpassed all expectations. The rigorous curriculum covered diverse domains: cyber security, business analysis, backend Java, and storytelling for business. Each module provided invaluable insights and practical skills, essential for my successful transition.
Despite challenges, the hands-on learning approach fostered growth. The programme’s support structure played a pivotal role. Mentorship, guidance, and company-wide initiatives eased my integration into the tech culture. I’m eager to contribute to projects aligned with Version 1’s core values and inspire the next generation through a Community First initiative. My transformative journey equips me to thrive in the tech industry.”
Early Careers Associate, Dublin, Ireland
Nancy Hendy
Early Careers Associate, Dublin, Ireland
“In 2022, I joined the Version 1 Early Careers Programme through the Women TechStart Programme. The 21-month programme commenced with an intensive 12-week training curriculum focused on enhancing our technical skills. We began with foundational concepts and gradually delved into programming, cybersecurity, and software testing. Upon completing the initial three months, I earned certifications from Cisco (CyberOps Associate), Microsoft (Azure Data Fundamentals), and ISTQB (Software Tester). Subsequently, I secured a position as a DBA Associate Consultant for the Department of Transport at Version 1.
Throughout my journey, the Early Careers team provided invaluable support, enabling me to excel in my role and advance my career. I received recognition both within Version 1 and beyond, including a nomination for the ‘Diversity in Tech Award,’ a moment of immense pride. Today, as a people manager, I oversee a new cohort of early career graduates.”
