The Young Software Engineer Summer Experience

Name: The Young Software Engineer Summer Experience
Brand: InvestIN Education
SKU: 6690235908184
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The Young Software Engineer Summer Experience

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Overview

We are now over 75% full for this experience and expect to be sold out soon.

The Young Software Engineer Summer Experience gives students aged 15-18 a fully-immersive experience of working as a software engineer in London

Over the course of 15 days, students will have some of the most exclusive experiences of software engineering that one can imagine: programme robots, design your own video game and create your own app from start to finish.

Join us for a life-changing experience that set you up for a future as a successful software engineer.

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Engage in a 2-day Front & Back-end web development workshop, create a full-stack project using Python & Java
Take part in a 2-day Game Jam to design and create your own platformer
Discover the robotics and AI projects London’s top University Software Engineers have created
In conversation with: Ethical hacking – Gain expert advice from top professionals, the threat behind hacking, cyber-attacks and the key steps you can take to protect yourself
Engage in a cybersecurity team simulation attacking and defending a system
Using your UI/UX skills, in teams, devise a trading app with a unique selling point
Take part in a private networking event at London’s renowned Canary Wharf

Be coached through the immersive experiences with entrepreneurial software engineers, who’ve founded successful firms specialising in front & back-end development, cyber security, tech recruiters and more
Private networking session with ambitious Fintech, software engineering students & professionals, create vital connections for your future career

Receive training on how to land the most desirable jobs in software engineering
Advice on subject choices, university selection, work experience, extra-curricular activities and more
World-class professional development training: dedicated coaching on all the soft skills you need to become a top software engineer: logical thinking, problem solving, leadership, teamwork, communication, time management and more

Attending the Experience demonstrates that you have gained key skills which are highly valued by top universities
Complete the online assessment after the programme and receive a personalised certificate to include in your university applications & Linkedin

Experience one of the best universities on the planet: University College London (UCL).
Meet talented, ambitious and likeminded students from around the world who fly in for the summer experience, creating an invaluable lifetime network.

• Select your preferred length of experience. You can choose to attend for:

1. Days 1-15 (the full experience); or
2. Days 1-10 only; or
3. Days 1-5 only

• Accommodation, meals, guardianship and airport pick-up are available if required and can be added at checkout

Immersive Experiences Days 1-5

Software Architecture

Explore the first phase of the software development life cycle, software design
Explore the principles and concepts involved in the analysis and design of large software systems
Learn about the best approaches to conceptualizing software structure and constraints

UX and UI

Become the UX designer: learn how to gather a client’s requirements, build a prototype and pitch it
Working with a prototype: learn the different approaches and techniques used when creating a new design

Front-End Engineering

Explore the ‘front-end’ (also known as client side) of software engineering
Discover the most important software-building tools: HTML, CSS, JavaScript and more
Get hands on: Engage in a 2-day Front & Back-end workshop - Web development simulation, create a full-stack project using Python & Java

Back-End Engineering

Explore the main algorithms and discover how to solve programming problems efficiently
Get hands-on: create the back end of a full-stack project using Python
Learn common methodologies, tips and tricks to perform better when coding

Robotics and AI - Programming+

Discover the robotics projects London’s top University Software Engineers have created
Learn the different software used in robotics today
Debate the future of AI
Discuss the moral dilemmas of robotics: do robots have a positive impact on society?
Engage in beta testing simulations to keep your coding skills sharp

Immersive Experiences Days 6-10

Enter Cybersecurity

Discover cybersecurity: an essential service for the security of nation states and businesses
In conversation with: Ethical hacking – Gain expert advice from top professionals, the threat behind hacking, cyber-attacks and the key steps you can take to protect yourself
Engage in a team simulation attacking and defending a system

Career Coaching

Personalized career coaching on the most crucial skills that universities and employers look for
Expect hands-on, interactive activities led by Software Engineers, and tech recruiters, to help turn you into a confident young software engineer, right now

The Game Jam

Explore the foundational elements of what makes a great video game
Develop your concept and put your ideas into action
Discover the tools used by professionals to craft unique gameplay features
Conclude the game jam with an ‘alpha testing session’ alongside your fellow students

Fintech Networking Session

Using your UI/UX skills, in teams, devise a trading app with a unique selling point
Celebrate completing the programme in style, engage in a private networking session with other Fintech students and professionals.

Immersive Experiences Days 11-15

CAREERMAX

Now you’ve gained the knowledge and understanding it takes to excel in software engineering, it’s time to spend the final five days of your experience building your skills to help you thrive in the world of work. Undertake a series of interactive masterclasses and challenges in communication, teamwork, leadership and resilience to supercharge your applications and help you stand out from the competition in the software industry. Once you’ve completed these, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a several hour assessment centre putting your time management and problem solving to the test for which you’ll receive bespoke feedback.

Leadership & Teamwork Coaching

What makes the ultimate team player?
Build your high-performance team and compete in a series of complex challenges
Discover the most effective styles of leadership you can adopt
Maximise your influence with coaching on how to motivate and inspire others

Public Speaking & Communication Coaching

Public speaking coaching by a specialist who trains CEOs
Perfecting enunciation, tone, pace and body language to engage any audience with impact
Understand the art of negotiation and influencing others
Perfect your written communication skills to support your upcoming applications
Learn how to reflect and communicate your experiences with purpose

Resilience & Problem-Solving

Discover the key tenets of resilience and how they can lead to a successful and happy career journey
Harness the power of mindfulness, empathy, and emotional intelligence in your decision-making
Practice overcoming obstacles and build a resilient mindset ready for future challenges

The CareerMAX Project

Utilise the skills you’ve learnt over the last 5 days to tackle a full-day assessment centre
Your task: Work together to create and maintain the perfect civilisation
Receive bespoke feedback on your performance and a personalised certificate

Immersive Career Experiences Days 1-7

A 7 day immersive online version of the in person timetable, that you can participate in, from the comfort of your own home.

Software Architecture

Explore the first phase of the software development life cycle, software design
Explore the principles and concepts involved in the analysis and design of large software systems
Learn about the best approaches to conceptualizing software structure and constraints.
Become the UX designer: learn how to gather a client’s requirements, build a prototype and pitch it.
Working with a prototype: learn the different approaches and techniques used when creating a new design

Front & Back-End Engineering

Explore the ‘front-end’ (also known as client side) of software engineering.
Discover the most important software-building tools: HTML, CSS, JavaScript and more.
Compete in teams to develop a front-end application.
Explore the main algorithms and discover how to solve programming problems efficiently.
Get hands-on: create the back end using Python.
Learn common methodologies, tips and tricks to perform better when coding.

Enter the Cyber Security Agency

Discover cybersecurity: an essential service for the security of nation states and businesses.
Understand the threat of cyberattacks and the key steps you can take to protect yourself.
Take part in a team simulation attacking and defending a system.

The Game Jam

Explore the foundations of Unity to develop elements of a video game.
Develop your concept and put your ideas into action.
Discover the tools used by professionals to craft unique gameplay features.

Career Coaching & Private Networking

Personalised career coaching on the most crucial skills that universities and employers look for.
Which languages to learn and how to build a portfolio
Expect hands-on, interactive activities led by Software Engineers, and tech recruiters, to help turn you into a confident young software engineer, right now.
Take part in a private networking session with top software engineers, and current university students and receive valuable advice on each step of your career journey

We are now over 75% full for this experience and expect to be sold out soon.

This Summer Experience is for students aged 15-18 and you do not require any prior knowledge to attend.

The programme starts on 28th July 2023. You can choose to attend for either days 1-5, days 1-10 or days 1-15; and either with or without accommodation. Pricing for all options is set out below.

Click “Register Now” to book your place. Alternatively, if you wish to pay via invoice/instalments, please complete this form and a member of our team will reach out to you.

	London 5-Day	London 10-Day	London 15-Day
Length	Days 1-5	Days 1-10	Days 1-15
Explore UI/UX, front-end and back-end engineering, in a 2-day coding masterclass
Take part in a 2-day Game Jam workshop, exploring the foundational elements of the craft and development of what makes a great video game.
Private networking session with top software engineers
World-class professional development training: 5 days of coaching on all the skills you need to become a top software engineer
Summer Experience fee	£1475	£2850	£3950
Optional fee for University of London accommodation (private single rooms) with all meals and guardianship included	Available for an additional £990	Available for an additional £1815	Available for an additional £2640
Optional fee for London airport pick-up and drop-off (each way)	Available for an additional £150	Available for an additional £150	Available for an additional £150

In Person

Available dates:

28th July 2023

Venues:

The programme is based at UCL and the surrounding University of London campus. Certain days take place in other key industry locations in London.

Accommodation location:

Students who choose accommodation will reside in University of London halls of residence. We occupy 3 different halls close-by to each other (listed below). The vast majority of students will be placed in Garden Halls

Garden Halls, London, WC1H 9EN,

College Hall, London, WC1E 7HZ

International Hall, London, WC1N 1AS

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Download Digital Brochure - College Hall >>

Download Digital Brochure - International Hall >>

Please find below some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have any other questions you'll be able to find our full FAQ list here and you are also welcome to reach out to us at info@investin.org and we'll be happy to help!

Places on our programmes are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis so we will close registration as soon as we reach capacity, because of this we would always recommend booking as soon as possible to ensure you do not miss the opportunity to attend.

Upon completion of the programme you will receive a bespoke certificate to include in all of your future applications. This will help you stand out from the crowd and show your passion for your chosen career. Letters of attendance are also available upon request at info@investin.org.

On each Summer Experience, we have safeguarding team members on-site 24/7 to promote the safeguarding and pastoral welfare of our students. Our team are security-vetted (enhanced DBS-checked) professionals who work in education full time and our team is made up of Academic Professionals / LSA, Safeguarding Officers, Nursing Professionals, and Mental Health Practitioners. Students will therefore always be able to easily contact a guardian, should they need any support.

You can choose to add our accommodation package to your booking where you will be allocated to the University of London's Garden Halls, College Hall, or International Hall. Here, you will enjoy your own private room, 3 meals a day, and 24/7 guardianship. There are also lots of communal areas such as a games room and cinema room where you will be able to socialise with other students. Our safeguarding team will also put on evening activities such as trivia night, games night, and sports evenings. You will be able to arrive at the accommodation the day before the programme starts and checkout will be the day after the programme comes to an end.

We offer payment plans for our Summer Experiences, allowing you to pay in instalments. A 50% deposit is required to reserve your place. To arrange your personalised plan contact contact us at info@investin.org.

On the mornings of day 6 and day 11 you will have rest time to allow you to recharge for the next period of your programme. You will also have time in the evenings and during your lunch break to relax and socialise with the other students on the experience.

Covid-19

There are no travel restrictions in place in order to enter the UK; you are not required to test or to provide proof of vaccination status, so you can book your programme place with confidence.

Support

If you are trying to register and the registration box is not appearing it is likely because of firewall restrictions on your desktop device.

You may wish to try on your mobile device instead. Alternatively, please email info@investin.org with details of the programme you want to register for. We will reserve your place immediately and send you a link to pay by card online.

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The Young Software Engineer Summer Experience