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Cloud and Data Engineering

AWS & Databricks Certifications | 6 Months

Launch your career in Cloud & Data Engineering with hands-on training, globally recognized certifications, and direct job readiness support.

In collaboration with :

AWS
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Free!

100% Tuition-free
through a Bildungsgutschein

For registered unemployed people living in Germany.

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Certifications included

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate

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Language Course

Option to add 6 weeks of German Language with Lingoda (all levels)

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Next Start Date

Reserve your spot today and join us on 7 SEPT 2026!

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SEPT 2026

In-Demand Advanced Data Engineering

Prepare for careers in Cloud Engineering, Data
Engineering, and Cloud Operations

This program equips you with AWS and Databricks expertise—two of the most in-demand platforms in Germany and across Europe. AWS is the world’s largest and most comprehensive cloud computing platform. Databricks is a unified data and AI platform for data engineering, analytics and machine learning. You’ll graduate with the technical and professional skills employers are hiring for right now.

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Ready for a Careers as a :
  • Cloud Engineer
  • Data Engineer
  • AWS Support Engineer
  • Databricks Engineer
  • Junior DevOps Engineer
  • Cloud Automation Specialist
Language

English (B2+)

Location

Online

Live, instructor-led training

Duration

6 Months full-time

OR

8 Months Full-Time with German Language 🇩

Supporting Your Career Success

to enable pathways to employment

Nurturing your success throughout this program, with a consideration for hiring from the graduating class for internships, graduate positions, and other junior roles. You also can expect the following impactful offerings:

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Soft skills
Development based
on employability

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Hands-on AWS Projects
& Assessments

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Workshop
Opportunities

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Interview & Internship
Opportunities

Dedicated learning

with a Community of Learners

A focused curriculum combining cloud mastery, data engineering, and automation - designed to prepare you for real-world roles in Germany’s cloud and data job market.

You will gain in the course:

Cloud Infrastructure (AWS)
Programming & Scripting (Python, SQL, Bash)
Data Engineering (Databricks)
Pipeline Orchestration
Automation & Monitoring
Data Governance & Security
Version Control (Git & GitHub)
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Education Quality Certified by CERTQUA

*15 Places in the upcoming class

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How to Apply

Embark on your AWS + Databricks journey

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Self Checklist:
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Currently living in Germany

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Registered as unemployed (or soon to be) at the Agentur für Arbeit / Jobcenter

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Fluent & fully proficient in English (B2+)

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Able to commit full-time, Monday to Friday (09:00 – 18:00) for 6 to 8 months

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Strong motivation to work in tech, cloud, or data engineering

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Motivation to transform your career

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Analytical mindset & curiosity for technology

Application process

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Apply Online

Submit the form, and our admissions team will review your application.

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Admission Review

Complete a short questionnaire about your background, motivation, and upload your CV and a brief audio introduction.

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Phone Interview

If eligible, you’ll have a call with our team and receive documents for your employment advisor’s approval.

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Bildungsgutschein Approval

Secure funding through your employment agency. (This process can take several weeks – apply early!)

Empowering Talents for Career Success

Building Bridges to Education & Employment

We’re committed to advancing education and employment opportunities—especially for underrepresented groups - and helping graduates transition into entry-level roles in cloud and data engineering.

Strong Industry Collaboration

We work closely with cloud and data employers across Germany to keep the curriculum role-aligned. Expect guest talks, employer briefs, and exposure to AWS and Databricks community meetups and user groups.

Internships & Job Matching

Your profile and GitHub portfolio are shared with our employer network. Join talent showcases, interview days, and curated introductions to internships, traineeships, and junior roles in Cloud & Data Engineering.

Corporate Engagement & Inclusion

Companies are invited to host mock interviews, tech talks, and review capstone projects. Our inclusive approach helps teams tap into early-career talent and enrich their organizations with diverse perspectives.

Pathways to Employment

Graduate with two certifications, a portfolio-ready capstone, and targeted coaching for roles like Cloud Engineer, Data Engineer, and Cloud Ops. Get CV/LinkedIn support, interview prep, and ongoing alumni/community backing.

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