Technology, Data Analytics, Cyber Security

From software engineering and web or app development, to data science and analytics, these exponentially growing functions offer opportunities across a wide spectrum of industries and fields. Some examples of technical functional areas include cloud computing, mobile development, artificial intelligence and machine/deep learning, programming, product management, and user interaction and experience. Cyber security is also experiencing a surge in growth with technical opportunities in both the public and private sectors (e.g. government agencies, defense, aerospace, insurance, and banking) for specialists who can help battle cybercrime.

Resource Spotlight: Vault

Published on April 12, 2024

Vault is a valuable, comprehensive career planning tool – whether you have a career in mind, are not sure where to begin, or want some options to consider. Peruse this terrific resource to access numerous career guides, explore career fields, …

By Loredana George
Loredana George Assistant Director, International Relations, Global Development, Education, Psychology, Global Health, Human Rights, Consulting, & Alumni Engagement
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Looking for first-year or sophomore friendly opportunities? (Check back – this list gets updated!)

Published on April 12, 2024

Check out these blogs and posts highlighting first-year and sophomore friendly internships/fellowships/summits:

Climate Sustainability Intern (doctorswithoutborders.org)

Summer intern at New Profit (a venture philanthropy organization that backs social entrepreneurs who are advancing equity and opportunity in America)

Summer Operations Internship …

By Katie Fell
Katie Fell Assistant Director, Harvard College Still Deciding, Exploring, & Self-Assessment
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Machine Learning vs. AI: What’s the Difference?

Published on April 11, 2024

With all the talk about artificial intelligence (AI) taking over the world, you may be wondering what the difference is between all the concepts being tossed around these days: machine learning vs. AI or AI vs. machine learning vs. deep …

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Skill Building Courses

Data Science Foundations and Fundamentals

Taught by Barton Poulson
Data science is driving a world-wide revolution that touches everything from business automation to social interaction. It’s also one of…
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Intro to Web Design & Development

Taught by Jen Kramer
Are you interested in learning more about a career in web design and development? Getting on the internet is one…
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Finding New Career Paths with SQL

Taught by Nikiya Simpson
The SQL language is widely used and can be applied to a variety of technical fields such as data warehousing,…
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Transitioning to Product Management

Taught by Cole Mercer
It’s possible to jump into a product management role with a nontraditional background. In this course, product manager Cole Mercer…
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The Data Science of Healthcare, Medicine, and Public Health

Taught by Barton Poulson
Data analytics plays an increasingly pivotal role in how we go about managing our healthcare systems and our own personal…
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Get Ready for Your Coding Interview

Taught by YK Sugi
If you’ve nabbed an interview for a software development position, it’s likely that you’ll have to face a common hurdle—the…
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Technology and Data Careers in Government

Taught by Jonathan Reichental
Today, some of the most exciting, meaningful, impactful, and in-demand IT careers are in helping to make cities work well.…
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Intro to Machine Learning

Taught by Dan Becker
Learn the core ideas in machine learning, and build your first models.
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Learn Intro to SQL

Taught by Rachael Tatman & Alexis Cook
Learn SQL for working with databases, using Google BigQuery.
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Introduction to Github

Taught by GitHub Training Team
People use GitHub to build some of the most advanced technologies in the world. Whether you’re visualizing data or building…
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Product Manager Interview Prep

Taught by Multiple Instructors
In this course, you’ll learn exactly what to expect during a product management interview, and view exclusive interviews with practicing…
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How to Build a Startup

Taught by Steve Blank & Kathleen Mullaney
In an introduction to the basics of the famous Customer Development Process, Steve Blank provides insight into the key steps…
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