Pros
re:work training teaches the foundations of entry-level software sales in 8-weeks. Alumni of our program, mostly Black and Latinx folks from the South and West sides of Chicago, earn an average starting salary of $50,000. There is a massive wage imbalance between underserved communities, particularly amongst Black and Latinx communities, and White communities. Meanwhile, universities are drowning these same underserved communities in debt and not providing students with the skills to succeed in tech careers. The problem is then compounded in hiring practices - companies need and want diverse, qualified employees, but do not always know where to find this talent. re:work training approaches this challenge in three ways: 1. Eight weeks of training with a focus on sales skills and the technology industry 2. Job placement for the candidates who successfully complete our training 3. Opportunities for value-added partnerships through volunteerism
Cons
If investing your time on weekends, to change your future and income ...it may not be the right fit for you.