{"id":62475,"date":"2025-09-12T17:30:27","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:30:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=62475"},"modified":"2025-09-12T17:30:27","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:30:27","slug":"google-career-launchpad-program-2025-free-cloud-computing-and-generative-ai-training-for-tmcf-university-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=62475","title":{"rendered":"Google Career Launchpad Program 2025 \u2013 Free Cloud Computing and Generative AI Training for TMCF University Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"743\">The <strong data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"365\">Google Career Launchpad Program<\/strong>, in partnership with the <strong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"432\">Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)<\/strong>, is offering a <strong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"480\">free 9-week training program<\/strong> starting on <strong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"515\">September 22, 2025<\/strong>. This unique initiative is designed to equip students from universities within the TMCF network with essential skills in <strong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"656\">cloud computing<\/strong> and prepare them for the <strong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"740\">Google Cloud Generative AI Leader (GAIL) certification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"967\">Applications are now open for the <strong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"799\">Fall 2025 cohort<\/strong>, with a deadline of <strong data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"842\">September 20, 2025<\/strong>. This opportunity is completely free of charge and accessible to students of all majors, both technical and non-technical.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"972\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"996\">About the Program<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1307\">The <strong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1037\">Google Career Launchpad Program<\/strong> is a structured, instructor-led and self-paced learning journey that builds foundational knowledge in cloud infrastructure and generative AI. The program uses <strong data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1239\">official Google Cloud learning content<\/strong>, ensuring participants are trained with industry-relevant skills.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1497\">The primary outcome is preparing students for the <strong data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1404\">Generative AI Leader (GAIL) certification<\/strong>, a credential that validates knowledge of AI\u2019s role in shaping modern business strategies.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1502\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1526\">Program Structure<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1608\">The program spans <strong data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1557\">9 weeks<\/strong> (September 22 \u2013 November 22, 2025) and includes:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"2468\">\n<li data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1720\">\n<p data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1633\"><strong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1631\">Program Kickoff<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1720\">\n<li data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"1720\">\n<p data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1720\">A 3-hour \u201cIntroduction to Cloud Overview\u201d virtual session to set the foundation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1844\">\n<p data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1759\"><strong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1757\">Instructor-Led Training (ILT)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1844\">\n<li data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1844\">\n<p data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1844\">Nine weekly 1-hour virtual sessions designed to complement the online modules.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1866\"><strong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1864\">Office Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<li data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1989\">Six weekly 30-minute virtual sessions where students can ask questions and receive guidance from expert instructors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2096\">\n<p data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2012\"><strong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2010\">Hands-On Labs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2096\">\n<li data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2096\">\n<p data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2096\">Practical exercises to reinforce skills in cloud computing and generative AI.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2223\">\n<p data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2120\"><strong data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2118\">1:1 Mentorship<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2223\">\n<li data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2223\">\n<p data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2223\">Bi-weekly sessions with professionals from Google and Deloitte to provide personalized guidance.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2332\">\n<p data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2260\"><strong data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2258\">Career Development Sessions<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2332\">\n<li data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2332\">\n<p data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2332\">Two sessions organized by TMCF to enhance professional readiness.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2468\">\n<p data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2359\"><strong data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2357\">Community Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2468\">\n<li data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2468\">\n<p data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2468\">Access to a dedicated <strong data-start=\"2386\" data-end=\"2407\">Google Chat Space<\/strong> for peer collaboration, questions, and continuous support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2473\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2498\">What You Will Gain<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2579\">By completing the Google Career Launchpad Program, participants will receive:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"3032\">\n<li data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2667\">\n<p data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2667\">A <strong data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2601\">free voucher<\/strong> to take the <strong data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2664\">Generative AI Leader (GAIL) certification exam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2747\">\n<p data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2747\"><strong data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2692\">6 months of access<\/strong> to Google Cloud Skills Boost for continued learning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2801\">\n<p data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2801\"><strong data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2765\">Google swag<\/strong> as part of program participation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2868\">\n<p data-start=\"2804\" data-end=\"2868\">Networking opportunities through mentorship and peer learning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2946\">\n<p data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2946\">An <strong data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2909\">invitation to the Closing Event<\/strong> at the end of the 9-week training.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"3032\">\n<p data-start=\"2949\" data-end=\"3032\">The chance to build <strong data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2992\">future-ready skills<\/strong> in cloud computing and generative AI.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3037\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3039\" data-end=\"3058\">Who Can Apply?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3158\">The program is <strong data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3134\">open to all university students within the TMCF network<\/strong>, regardless of major.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3429\">\n<li data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3222\">\n<p data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3222\">Both <strong data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3207\">technical and non-technical students<\/strong> are welcome.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3312\">\n<p data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3312\">No prior knowledge of <strong data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3266\">cloud computing<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3297\">artificial intelligence<\/strong> is required.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3429\">\n<p data-start=\"3315\" data-end=\"3429\">Students who are interested in <strong data-start=\"3346\" data-end=\"3393\">business strategies shaped by generative AI<\/strong> are strongly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3584\">This inclusivity ensures that all students, regardless of academic background, can gain valuable expertise for careers in the evolving digital economy.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3589\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3612\">Program Timeline<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3990\">\n<li data-start=\"3614\" data-end=\"3659\">\n<p data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3659\"><strong data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3637\">September 1, 2025<\/strong>: Applications open.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3660\" data-end=\"3717\">\n<p data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3717\"><strong data-start=\"3662\" data-end=\"3684\">September 15, 2025<\/strong>: Priority acceptance deadline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3773\">\n<p data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3773\"><strong data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3742\">September 20, 2025<\/strong>: Final application deadline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3848\">\n<p data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3848\"><strong data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3798\">September 22, 2025<\/strong>: Mandatory Welcome Session and program kickoff.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3849\" data-end=\"3948\">\n<p data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3948\"><strong data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3887\">September 22 \u2013 November 22, 2025<\/strong>: Instructor-led sessions, office hours, and hands-on labs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3990\">\n<p data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"3990\"><strong data-start=\"3951\" data-end=\"3972\">November 22, 2025<\/strong>: Closing Event.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"3995\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3997\" data-end=\"4023\">Cost of Participation<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4114\">\n<li data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4114\">\n<p data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4114\"><strong data-start=\"4027\" data-end=\"4046\">Completely Free<\/strong> \u2013 The program is offered at no cost to all accepted participants.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4119\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4121\" data-end=\"4136\">Why Apply?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4213\">The <strong data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4177\">Google Career Launchpad Program<\/strong> provides a unique opportunity to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4657\">\n<li data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4281\">\n<p data-start=\"4217\" data-end=\"4281\">Gain <strong data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4252\">in-demand technical skills<\/strong> in cloud computing and AI.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4282\" data-end=\"4406\">\n<p data-start=\"4284\" data-end=\"4406\">Achieve the <strong data-start=\"4296\" data-end=\"4341\">Generative AI Leader (GAIL) certification<\/strong>, a credential that demonstrates expertise to future employers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4407\" data-end=\"4486\">\n<p data-start=\"4409\" data-end=\"4486\">Receive <strong data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4444\">personalized mentorship<\/strong> from Google and Deloitte professionals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4487\" data-end=\"4542\">\n<p data-start=\"4489\" data-end=\"4542\">Access <strong data-start=\"4496\" data-end=\"4526\">career development support<\/strong> through TMCF.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4657\">\n<p data-start=\"4545\" data-end=\"4657\">Join a network of peers and mentors dedicated to advancing opportunities for students across the TMCF network.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4877\">By the end of the program, participants will not only be equipped with <strong data-start=\"4730\" data-end=\"4769\">practical cloud computing knowledge<\/strong> but also prepared to pursue careers in roles that involve shaping business strategies with generative AI.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4879\" data-end=\"4882\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"4901\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"5128\">\n<li data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"4982\">\n<p data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"4982\">Visit the official application page: <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lnkd.in\/gxeyfYGK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4942\" data-end=\"4980\">Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4983\" data-end=\"5058\">\n<p data-start=\"4985\" data-end=\"5058\">Complete the online form before the deadline of <strong data-start=\"5033\" data-end=\"5055\">September 20, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5059\" data-end=\"5128\">\n<p data-start=\"5061\" data-end=\"5128\">Seats are limited, so early applications are strongly encouraged.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"5130\" data-end=\"5133\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5135\" data-end=\"5147\">Summary<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5580\">The <strong data-start=\"5153\" data-end=\"5193\">Google Career Launchpad Program 2025<\/strong>, delivered in partnership with the <strong data-start=\"5229\" data-end=\"5263\">Thurgood Marshall College Fund<\/strong>, is a <strong data-start=\"5270\" data-end=\"5302\">free 9-week virtual training<\/strong> designed to prepare students for the future of work in cloud computing and generative AI. With hands-on labs, mentorship, career development sessions, and a free certification voucher, this program equips students for <strong data-start=\"5521\" data-end=\"5549\">entry-level tech careers<\/strong> and future leadership roles.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5827\">\n<li data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5640\">\n<p data-start=\"5584\" data-end=\"5640\"><strong data-start=\"5584\" data-end=\"5604\">Program Duration<\/strong>: September 22 \u2013 November 22, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5641\" data-end=\"5686\">\n<p data-start=\"5643\" data-end=\"5686\"><strong data-start=\"5643\" data-end=\"5664\">Deadline to Apply<\/strong>: September 20, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5687\" data-end=\"5763\">\n<p data-start=\"5689\" data-end=\"5763\"><strong data-start=\"5689\" data-end=\"5704\">Eligibility<\/strong>: Open to all university students within the TMCF network<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5764\" data-end=\"5827\">\n<p data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"5827\"><strong data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"5783\">Certification<\/strong>: Google Cloud Generative AI Leader (GAIL)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5829\" data-end=\"5899\">Apply today to secure your spot in this career-transforming program.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For more Information and Applications:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/tmcf.org\/google-cloud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stay on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">opportunitiesconnect.com\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for more opportunities. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Google Career Launchpad Program, in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), is offering a free 9-week training program starting on September 22, 2025. 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