Welcome to America On Tech's 2025 - 2026 Tech Flex Leaders Application! To start, please select your city:

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Welcome to the 2025 - 2026 Los Angeles Tech Flex Leaders Application with America On Tech!

About the Program:

The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a Los Angeles high school. This free program engages students interested in technology through:

Weekly technical training sessions taught by industry experts
Intersectional professional development sessions designed to prepare students to confidently pursue degrees and careers in technology
Career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies

Program Schedule:

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Cohort options are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday from 4:30 - 7:00 PM.
Student orientation will take place in-person the week of September 8th.
Technical sessions begin the week of September 15th. Most sessions will take place via Zoom. Some Technical Sessions, Demo Days and Graduations will be held in-person and are mandatory.
Please note, the Tech Flex Leaders program is HYBRID; applicants should plan to attend sessions in-person three times a semester.

Program Curriculum:

During the first semester, students will learn how to code through web development, mastering HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. The semester will culminate in a Demo Day Competition where top teams from all cohorts will present their final web projects to a panel of judges.
During the second semester, students will choose a tech track to pursue (advanced web development, UX design, digital marketing, or product management), gaining an additional technology skillset they can leverage when pursuing future tech opportunities.

Some additional details:

Students will earn a $1,000 stipend for their participation in the program.
Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible for a paid summer technology internship within AOT's employer network.

No prior experience required. Access to laptop or desktop computer recommended, but not required.

Let's Make Sure You're Eligible to Apply!

To apply for the Tech Flex Leaders program, applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements. Before moving forward, please make sure you meet the following criteria:

You live in Los Angeles County and are currently in 10th or 11th grade attending a Los Angeles County public high school.
You are available to commit to the entire program (1 day/week from September 2025 to May 2026)
You are able to commit to attending two (2) mandatory Office Hours sessions over the course of each semester to connect with program leadership

NOTE: You will be asked to upload a photo of yourself as well as a copy of your transcript OR report card OR online grading platform to verify your high school and current grade level (your name, current school year (i.e. 10th, 11th) AND school name must be visible in this document). Please ensure you have those ready!

All set? Let's begin your application!

Welcome to the 2025 - 2026 NYC Tech Flex Leaders Application with America On Tech!

About the Program:

The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a New York City high school. This free program engages students interested in technology through:

Weekly technical training sessions taught by industry experts
Intersectional professional development sessions designed to prepare students to confidently pursue degrees and careers in technology
Career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies

Program Schedule:

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Cohort options are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday from 4:30 - 7:00 PM.
Student orientation will take place in-person the week of September 8th.
Technical sessions begin the week of September 15th. Most sessions will take place via Zoom. Some Technical Sessions, Demo Days and Graduations will be held in-person and are mandatory.
Please note, the Tech Flex Leaders program is HYBRID; you can ONLY participate in the program if you are able to attend sessions in-person three times a semester.

Program Curriculum:

During the first semester, students will learn how to code through web development, mastering HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. The semester will culminate in a Demo Day Competition where top teams from all cohorts will present their final web projects to a panel of judges.
During the second semester, students will choose a tech track to pursue (advanced web development, UX design, digital marketing, or product management), gaining an additional technology skillset they can leverage when pursuing future tech opportunities.
After successful completion of the Fall and Spring semesters, Tech Flex Leaders can work with our Access Tech team to obtain a paid summer tech internship within our robust employer partner network.

Some additional details:

Students will earn a $1,000 stipend for their participation in the program.
Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible for a paid summer technology internship within AOT's employer network.

No prior experience required. Access to laptop and/or desktop computer recommended, but not required.

Let's Make Sure You're Eligible to Apply!

To apply for the Tech Flex Leaders program, applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements. Before moving forward, please make sure you meet the following criteria:

You live in New York City (all 5 Boroughs) and are currently in 10th or 11th grade attending a New York City (all 5 Boroughs) public high school
You are available to commit to the entire program (1 day/week from September 2025 to May 2026)
You are able to commit to attending two (2) mandatory Friday Office Hours over the course of each semester to connect with program leadership

NOTE: You will be asked to upload a photo of yourself as well as a copy of your transcript OR report card OR online grading platform to verify your high school and current grade level (your name, current school year (i.e. 10th, 11th) AND school name must be visible in this document). Please ensure you have those ready!

All set? Let's begin your application!

Welcome to the 2025 - 2026 Miami Tech Flex Leaders Application with America On Tech!

About the Program:

The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a Miami high school. This free program engages students interested in technology through:

Weekly technical training sessions taught by industry experts
Intersectional professional development sessions designed to prepare students to confidently pursue degrees and careers in technology
Career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies

Program Schedule:

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Cohort options are Tuesday OR Thursday from 4:30 - 7:00 PM.
Student orientation will take place in-person the week of September 8th.
Technical sessions begin the week of September 15th. Most sessions will take place via Zoom. Some Technical Sessions, Demo Days and Graduations will be held in-person and are mandatory.
Please note, the Tech Flex Leaders program is HYBRID; applicants should plan to attend sessions in-person three times a semester.

Program Curriculum:

During the first semester, students will learn how to code through web development, mastering HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap. The semester will culminate in a Demo Day Competition where top teams from all cohorts will present their final web projects to a panel of judges.
During the second semester, students will choose a tech track to pursue (advanced web development, UX design, digital marketing, or product management), gaining an additional technology skillset they can leverage when pursuing future tech opportunities.

Some additional details:

Students will earn a $1,000 stipend for their participation in the program.
Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible for a paid summer technology internship within AOT's employer network.

No prior experience required. Access to laptop and/or desktop computer recommended, but not required.

Let's Make Sure You're Eligible to Apply!

To apply for the Tech Flex Leaders program, applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements. Before moving forward, please make sure you meet the following criteria:

You live in Miami-Dade or Broward County and are currently in 10th or 11th grade attending a Miami-Dade or Broward County public high school
You are available to commit to the entire program (1 day/week from September 2025 to May 2026)
You are able to commit to attending two (2) mandatory Office Hours sessions over the course of each semester to connect with program leadership

All set? Let's begin your application!

Please complete this application with your most up-to-date information.

*TECH360 graduates: confirm the information below is correct before final submission.

Personal Information

First Name

Last Name

Personal Email Address (NOT school email)

Please confirm your email address

Typo Error

Street Address (INCLUDING apt #)

City

State

Zip Code

Which borough do you live in?

BronxBrooklynManhattanQueensStaten IslandI do not live in New York City

Mobile Phone

Home Phone

With which gender(s) do you most identify?

FemaleMaleGenderqueer / Genderfluid / Gender non conformingNon-binaryAgenderPrefer not to sayOther

Other

What are your pronouns?

She/her/hersHe/him/hisThey/them/theirOther

Other

Are you part of the LGBTQIA+ community?

YesNoPrefer not to sayOther

Other

With which race and/or ethnicity do you most identify? Please select all that apply.

American Indian or Alaskan NativeAsianBlack or African AmericanCaribbeanLatino/Latina/LatinxMiddle EasternNative Hawaiian or Other Pacific IslanderWhitePrefer not to sayOther

Other

What grade will you be in during the 2025 - 2026 school year?

9th10th11th12thOther

Other

What is your birth date? Enter as MM/DD/YYYY.

How old are you currently?

What is your citizenship status? Your response will not affect your application status.

US CitizenPermanent ResidentDo Not Wish to Disclose

What is your level of English proficiency?

Beginner (I know basic words/phrases but struggle with full sentences)Intermediate (I can communicate in simple conversations but may need help with complex topics)Advanced (I can discuss most topics comfortably but may make some mistakes)Fluent (I speak English as comfortably as my native language)Other

Other

Do you speak a language other than English at home?

YesNo

What is the language?

To verify your identity and to create a student photo book, please upload a photo of yourself or a photo of your school ID.

Photo

Household Information

How many people live in your household, including yourself?

12345+

What is your annual household income?

$150,000+$100,000-$150,000/ yr$80,000-$100,000/ yr$60,000-$80,000/ yr$40,000-$60,000/ yr$20,000-$40,000/ yr$10,000-$20,000/ yr<$10,000/ yrNot sure

Do you personally receive income of any kind (through a job, internship, etc.)?

Yes, I have a part-time job or internship.Yes, I participate in a program with student stipends.No, I do not have a part-time job or internship.Other

If you have a part-time job or internship, what is your hourly wage?

If you receive a student stipend, what is the amount?

Other

Does your family receive any type of public assistance?

YesNoNot sure

If you said "Yes," which type do you receive? Select all that apply!

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), including Pass through Child SupportGeneral Assistance (GA)Not sureOther:

Other

Are you a HACLA resident? People with low and moderate income can obtain affordable housing through the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA).

YesNoNot Sure

Are you a NYCHA resident? People with low and moderate income can obtain affordable housing through the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA).

YesNoNot Sure

Are you a Public Housing or Section 8 resident? People with low and moderate income can obtain affordable housing through Public Housing or Section 8.

YesNoNot Sure

Are you eligible for free/reduced lunch at your school?

YesNoNot Sure

Do you have an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? This is a written document that's developed for each public school child who is eligible for special education and which lists the special education instruction, supports, and services required for that child.

YesNoNot Sure

What classroom support helps you learn best? If you don't know, you can leave this question blank!

Do you have any specific needs as it relates to accessibility that we should be aware of? For example: hearing or visual impairments, learning/cognitive disorders, etc. If so, please list here. If not, you can leave this question blank.

High School Information

Look up your high school name below (you might need to try a few different variations). If no results come up, please type in your full high school name and address.

High School Name

High School SF Account ID

High School Street Address

High School City

High School State

High School Zip Code

Which borough is your school in?

BronxBrooklynManhattanQueensStaten IslandMy school is not in New York City

Projected Year of High School Graduation

2026202720282029Other

Other

What is your current GPA? (Please only enter a number with up to two decimal points. Ex: 3.04 or 95.57) NOTE: While we collect GPA information, it is not used as a determining factor in admissions decisions. We utilize GPA data for internal research purposes only, allowing us to analyze trends and continuously improve our admissions process.

In order to verify your high school and current school grade, please upload a copy or image of your most recent High School transcript OR a screenshot of your online grading system (ex. PupilPath) OR your most recent report card. Your name, current school year (i.e. 10th, 11th) AND school name must be visible. Failure to upload correctly could delay or disqualify your application.

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WAIT! Failure to upload a document that shows your full name, current school grade level, and school name could delay or disqualify your application. Please confirm the document you uploaded contains all of the above information.

Yes! It's all there.

Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian First Name

Parent/Guardian Last Name

Parent/Guardian Email

Please confirm Parent/Guardian Email

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Parent/Guardian Phone Number

Parent/Guardian Address (INCLUDING apt #)

Parent/Guardian City

Parent/Guardian State

Parent/Guardian Zip Code

What is this person's relation to you?

Parent/ GuardianBrother/ SisterFamily member/ RelativeFriendOther

Other

Does this person speak a language other than English at home?

YesNo

What is the language?

What is the highest level of education completed by your parent(s) or guardian(s)?

No formal educationSome high school, but no diplomaHigh school diploma or GEDSome college, but no degreeAssociate degree (2-year degree)Bachelor’s degree (4-year degree) or higherNot sure

Is this person also your emergency contact?

YesNo

Emergency Contact (if different from parent/guardian)

Emergency Contact First Name

Emergency Contact Last Name

Emergency Contact Email

Emergency Contact Phone Number

Emergency Contact Address (INCLUDING apt #)

Emergency Contact City

Emergency Contact State

Emergency Contact Zip Code

What is this person's relation to you?

Other

Program Participation

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Below are the different cohort options. Please select your FIRST choice. NOTE: We will not be able to make switches if you are accepted and confirmed in the program. Please make sure to select the option that works for your schedule.

Mondays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMTuesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMWednesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMThursdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Below are the different cohort options. Please select your SECOND choice.

Mondays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMTuesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMWednesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMThursdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Tuesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMThursdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The Tech Flex Leaders program meets once a week for 9 months starting the week of September 8th. Below are the different cohort options. Please select your SECOND choice.

Tuesdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PMThursdays from 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Are there days that do not work for your schedule? If so, please explain below.

Required in-person sessions will take place during the following weeks in Downtown Los Angeles: Week of September 8th, Week of November 3rd, Week of December 1st, Week of January 19th, Week of March 23rd, Week of May 4th. Please confirm that you are able to attend the in-person sessions.

I confirm I can attend!I cannot attend.I am not sure if I can attend.

Required in-person sessions will take place during the following weeks in Manhattan: Week of September 8th, Week of November 3rd, Week of December 1st, Week of January 19th, Week of March 23rd, Week of May 4th. Please confirm that you are able to attend the in-person sessions.

I confirm I can attend!I cannot attend.I am not sure if I can attend.

Required in-person sessions will take place during the following weeks in Downtown Miami: Week of September 8th, Week of November 3rd, Week of December 1st, Week of January 19th, Week of March 16th, Week of May 4th. Please confirm that you are able to attend the in-person sessions.

I confirm I can attend!I cannot attend.I am not sure if I can attend.

If you are not sure if you can attend, please explain why here.

Can you provide your own transportation for the required In-Person sessions?

YesNoI'm not sure

If you are not sure, please explain why here.

Students select a tech track during the second semester of Tech Flex Leaders based on their interests. Below are the different tracks. Please select the track you would be MOST interested in pursuing. If accepted into the TFL program, you will finalize your track toward the end of the Fall semester.

Advanced Web Development - Advanced web development involves implementing complex functionalities, optimizing performance, and ensuring security across web applications, utilizing advanced technologies and methodologies to create dynamic and scalable user experiences.UX Design - UX design involves creating intuitive and user-centered digital experiences by understanding user needs, behaviors, and preferences, and applying design principles to optimize usability and satisfaction.Digital Marketing - Digital marketing encompasses the strategic use of online channels and platforms to reach, engage, and convert target audiences, leveraging various techniques such as SEO, social media, email, and content marketing.Product Management - Product management involves overseeing the development, launch, and ongoing improvement of a product by identifying customer needs, defining features, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver value to users and meet business objectives.

Students who complete the Tech Flex Leaders program are eligible to apply for paid summer technology internships through AOT's Access Tech Program. Please select the choice that best describes your interest in pursuing a technology internship during Summer 2026.

I am not interested in a summer Tech Internship.I am VERY interested in a summer Tech Internship.I am not sure if I will want to pursue a summer Tech Internship.Other

Other

Have you ever worked with the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) for a learning or internship opportunity?

Yes, I worked with SYEP (Career Ready or Community)Yes, I worked with Ladders for Leaders

Yes, I worked with another SYEP program

Yes, I worked with SYEP, but I'm not sure which programNo, I've never worked with SYEPI'm not sure

Most of the Tech Flex Leaders weekly technical sessions are conducted virtually and will require that you are able to view Zoom sessions and access Google Classroom. Please select the options from the list that apply to you. NOTE: If you do not have access to a computer, we will do our best to provide one for you.

I have a laptop I can use for all virtual TFL sessions.I have a desktop computer I can use for all virtual TFL sessions.I do not have a laptop or desktop computer I can use for virtual TFL sessions.

If you have a laptop or desktop computer, are you able to access reliable WiFi?

YesNoSometimesI do not have a laptop or desktop computer.

If you have a laptop or desktop computer, are you able to use video and audio? NOTE: All TFL participants are required to be on video during all virtual program sessions.

YesNoAudio OnlyVideo OnlyI do not have a laptop or desktop computer.

If you have a laptop, is it a school-issued laptop?

YesNo

If you have a laptop, what kind do you have?

MacPCChromebookOther

If other, what kind of laptop?

If you think there are extenuating circumstances that the selection committee should be aware of, please explain them here. For example: attendance concerns, technology issues, transportation issues, etc.

Have you completed any AOT programs previously? Select all that apply.

TECH360Tech Flex LeadersSummer Coding Bootcamp (with Nike, YDC, Boys' Club of NYC)UX Design BootcampVirtual Tech SeriesOther:

Other

Do you plan to participate in any other programs during the 2025-2026 school year (etc. job, internship, school program, etc.)? If so, please let us know here.

Coding Experience

Have you ever taken any coding, computer science, or technology courses at your school?

YesNo

Please list any coding, computer science or technology courses you have taken at your school below.

Have you taken any coding, computer science, or technology courses online?

YesNo

Please list any coding, computer science or technology courses you have taken online below.

Please list any paid summer or year round internships/ work experiences you have had while in high school related to coding, computer science, or technology. Enter "n/a" if you have not had any.

Essay Submission

Below are two required essays. While you must submit a response to both, you can elect to submit your response in written form OR as a video. If opting for a video submission, please upload your videos here: https://tinyurl.com/mst3wcts

Essay 1: In ~250 words or less, describe a time when you faced a challenge in accessing technology, learning opportunities, or resources needed to explore your interest in technology. How would the Tech Flex Leaders program help you further pursue your goals? If submitting a video version, just write N/A.

I will submit Essay 1 as a 90 second - 2 minute video

Essay 2: If you had unlimited resources and could create any digital product, what would you design? (Ex: app, website, game, software, digital art, etc.) Tell us in ~250 words or less. If submitting a video version, just write N/A.

I will submit Essay 2 as a 90 second - 2 minute video

AOT Referral Program

How did you hear about America On Tech and the Tech Flex Leaders program? Select all that apply.

Friend and/or colleagueGuidance Counselor, teacher or principalInternet searchFamily member and/or relativeSocial mediaAmerica On Tech staffLA Promise FundDREAMOther:

Other

Did an alum of America On Tech's programs refer you to apply to the Tech Flex Leaders program?

YesNo

If you answered "Yes" above, please list their first name, last name and email. They will be entered into a raffle.

Application Certification

I certify that the information on this application is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge.

AgreeDisagree

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