The Tech Collective
GET PAID TO LEARN THE FUNDAMENTALS OF IT REPAIR, TROUBLESHOOTING, AND NETWORKING.
Plus, the resources you need to land a job as an IT technician
The Collective Blueprint has partnered with Tech901 to offer this exciting, hands-on, 6-month program to young adults in Memphis.
Students work in a small classroom setting and use real-world technologies to learn the fundamentals of IT repair, troubleshooting, and networking. While participating in the program, students receive training for success, coaching, a stipend ($400/month) and transportation assistance.
START YOUR CAREER AS AN IT TECHNICIAN
Earn $400/month as you train in our 6-month program in Memphis.
APPLY IF You…
Are 18-30 years old when you apply and live in Greater Memphis
Have been out of work at any point in the past year
Have a high school diploma or equivalent
Do not have associate’s or bachelor’s degree
Are not currently in a certification or college program
Program Perks
Direct access to technical training and a computer
Monthly stipend of $400 and transportation assistance
Coaching on getting into school (i.e., testing, etc.) and getting through school
Tech901 tuition can be covered by your stipend
Access to personal and leadership development training courses
The Application Process
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Applications are open and evaluated first come, first serve until the program fills up. Don’t miss out!
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If you meet our eligibility criteria, you'll receive an invite to an Admissions day where you can meet some of the team at Tech901 and The Collective Blueprint.
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You will be interviewed at your Admissions day information session.
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The next cycle starts in March 2026. Click here to learn more about Tech901.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our next Tech Collective cohort starts March 2026.
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The program takes six months and is broken into four stages: The Collective Blueprint school training, Tech901 certification training, getting certified, reaching employment.
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The only fee associated with the program is tuition for Tech901’s class. The tuition fee is $180 and can be totally covered by the monthly stipend participants receive.
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For application or admissions questions, please contact us at apply@changeiscollective.org