I-FIT: Ireland’s Tech Apprenticeships

I-FIT is a Tech Apprenticeship Programme for unemployed females from Dublin’s ‘Silicon Docks’ area

Irish Females in Technology (I-FIT) is an exclusive Tech Apprenticeship Programme for Irish females residing in communities at the heart of Dublin’s ‘Silicon Dock’.

It consists of a two-year programme aimed at equipping local women with the tech know-how to carve out a successful career in an thriving industry. The programme offers participants the opportunity to earn while they learn while modern apprenticeships foster economic independence, progression and clear pathways to quality employment. The first fully-fledged female class is a pioneering approach to boosting participation and showcasing underrepresented talent.

The programme not only aims to engage female tech enthusiasts, but also to measure the social capital generated from educating, empowering and employing women at the heart of the community.