Flatiron School
About Flatiron School
As a leader in the tech industry, Flatiron School believes that education is the best investment you can make in your future. We're committed to helping change lives and the world for the better. Our courses provide an immersive, outcomes-driven curriculum for students looking to launch a career in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Game Design. In addition to student programs, we also offer targeted education solutions for organizations.
Our Mission:
Enabling the pursuit of a better life through education
Our Values:
Make No Little Plans
- Build for scale, create for the future, execute short-term goals in view of long-term strategy Radiate Positivity
- Be kind, have fun, find what to love Strive for Excellence
- Drive results, hold yourself and each other accountable to our shared goals Be a Lifelong Learner
- Embrace a growth mindset, be curious, get comfortable with being uncomfortable Work Together
- Collaborate, embrace transparency, empower others to succeed Nurture Difference
- Seek to understand, notice who or what is missing, actively seek out different opinions, create space for other voices to be heard About the role
Flatiron School is offering a part-time, paid apprenticeship for aspiring data scientists eager to gain real-world experience while expanding their skill set across disciplines. This unique program combines
hands-on project work
with a part-time,
fully funded enrollment
in Flatiron's Data Science bootcamp.
As an apprentice, you'll contribute to AI-powered software products, collaborate with experienced engineers, and build your portfolio with production-ready work. At the same time, you'll deepen your understanding of data and machine learning to become a more versatile, full-stack
AI Product Engineer.
Whether you've completed a bootcamp, a college degree, or are self-taught, this program is designed to help you grow as both an engineer and a builder with cross-functional insight.
What you'll do
Contribute directly to software projects from day one Build both front-end and back-end components using modern tools and frameworks Collaborate in sprint-based workflows and participate in code reviews Join planning meetings, product discussions, and testing cycles Attend and complete the Flatiron School
Data Science part-time bootcamp
as part of the apprenticeship (valued at $14,900 in tuition costs) Receive regular mentorship and technical guidance from senior developers and data scientists What you'll learn
How engineering and data science intersect in modern AI products Practical agile development workflows in a collaborative environment Best practices for writing clean, maintainable, production-quality code How to build and ship features with real user needs and product strategy in mind How to apply data thinking to software engineering challenges What we're looking for
Requirements:
Must be able to work in person in Columbia, SC at least one day a week Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Must be available ~20 hours/week for apprenticeship work Must enroll in and complete the Flatiron School Data Science bootcamp as a required component of the program (tuition is waived for apprentices) Preferred Skills:
Solid foundation in web development using React and Python (or comparable technologies) Familiarity with tools like Flask, Django, Node.js, or similar technologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Accountability in managing time and meeting small milestones Curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to grow into a multidisciplinary developer Expected Compensation
$23 hour (20 hours/week) plus $14,900 tuition waiver for bootcamp
Please include link to your portfolio of work (ie. website, Github, etc) and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what your long-term goals are in your application.
As a leader in the tech industry, Flatiron School believes that education is the best investment you can make in your future. We're committed to helping change lives and the world for the better. Our courses provide an immersive, outcomes-driven curriculum for students looking to launch a career in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Game Design. In addition to student programs, we also offer targeted education solutions for organizations.
Our Mission:
Enabling the pursuit of a better life through education
Our Values:
Make No Little Plans
- Build for scale, create for the future, execute short-term goals in view of long-term strategy Radiate Positivity
- Be kind, have fun, find what to love Strive for Excellence
- Drive results, hold yourself and each other accountable to our shared goals Be a Lifelong Learner
- Embrace a growth mindset, be curious, get comfortable with being uncomfortable Work Together
- Collaborate, embrace transparency, empower others to succeed Nurture Difference
- Seek to understand, notice who or what is missing, actively seek out different opinions, create space for other voices to be heard About the role
Flatiron School is offering a part-time, paid apprenticeship for aspiring data scientists eager to gain real-world experience while expanding their skill set across disciplines. This unique program combines
hands-on project work
with a part-time,
fully funded enrollment
in Flatiron's Data Science bootcamp.
As an apprentice, you'll contribute to AI-powered software products, collaborate with experienced engineers, and build your portfolio with production-ready work. At the same time, you'll deepen your understanding of data and machine learning to become a more versatile, full-stack
AI Product Engineer.
Whether you've completed a bootcamp, a college degree, or are self-taught, this program is designed to help you grow as both an engineer and a builder with cross-functional insight.
What you'll do
Contribute directly to software projects from day one Build both front-end and back-end components using modern tools and frameworks Collaborate in sprint-based workflows and participate in code reviews Join planning meetings, product discussions, and testing cycles Attend and complete the Flatiron School
Data Science part-time bootcamp
as part of the apprenticeship (valued at $14,900 in tuition costs) Receive regular mentorship and technical guidance from senior developers and data scientists What you'll learn
How engineering and data science intersect in modern AI products Practical agile development workflows in a collaborative environment Best practices for writing clean, maintainable, production-quality code How to build and ship features with real user needs and product strategy in mind How to apply data thinking to software engineering challenges What we're looking for
Requirements:
Must be able to work in person in Columbia, SC at least one day a week Must be eligible to work in the U.S. Must be available ~20 hours/week for apprenticeship work Must enroll in and complete the Flatiron School Data Science bootcamp as a required component of the program (tuition is waived for apprentices) Preferred Skills:
Solid foundation in web development using React and Python (or comparable technologies) Familiarity with tools like Flask, Django, Node.js, or similar technologies Strong communication and collaboration skills Accountability in managing time and meeting small milestones Curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to grow into a multidisciplinary developer Expected Compensation
$23 hour (20 hours/week) plus $14,900 tuition waiver for bootcamp
Please include link to your portfolio of work (ie. website, Github, etc) and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what your long-term goals are in your application.