Alumni Wisdom Series: Dispelling Tech Industry Misconceptions
October 30, 2018Breaking into tech: it’s no small thing. Bootcamp is a great way to prepare for that first job as a developer, but as the saying goes, the more you know, the more you don’t know. In other words—there’s always more to learn! Our most successful coding bootcamp students are those who do their research about Read more →
Employer Highlight: SolvIT
October 24, 2018SolvIT is a global technology solutions provider that deliver award winning IT innovations. Whether you need to secure your systems and applications, move to the cloud, or develop a whole new technological tool, SolvIT has the knowledge, resources, and expertise to implement a custom technology solution that meets all of your requirements. We sat down Read more →
Google Recruiters’ Tips for Job Seekers: Resumes & LinkedIn
October 13, 2018Google was on site to have their recruiters give their best advice to job seekers during our first Women in Tech Symposium. Women and men from metro Detroit gathered to hear different speakers and workshops on a wide range of topics. In my final year at U of M, I cannot help but think about Read more →
Employer Highlight: Atlas Coast
October 1, 2018Atlas Coast is a staffing firm that specializes in the placement of Information Technology employees. Atlas Coast is an ever-growing collection of relationships, created through constant interaction with members of the IT and business community who believe that in order to make a good fit, they need to know the candidates whole story. We got Read more →
From Aviation Security Officer to Software Developer, Meet Jasmine
September 27, 2018At Grand Circus, we’re committed to ensuring the diversity of the tech industry is reflective of our communities. We’re proud to work with organizations like TekSystems and Michigan Council of Women in Technology to empower more women to earn careers in tech through our DEVELOP(her) scholarship. This year, we had the honor of awarding 10 Read more →
Alumni Wisdom Series: What to do After a Coding Bootcamp
September 19, 2018Coding bootcamps are designed to train you in the skills necessary to become a software developer. But, what happens after the program is over, graduation is done and you’re on the search for your new career? Bootcamp: it’s a marathon, it’s a long-haul flight, it’s an intellectual feat. And once you’re done, it’s easy to Read more →
Alumni Wisdom Series: Our Favorite Coding Resources
September 4, 2018Whether you’re new to programming or already working in tech, coding resources to continue your growth are vital. A coding bootcamp is a great learning experience, but your growth as a programmer should always continue. Learning new skills after graduation is essential, both on the job and independently. There are a world of free and Read more →
Announcing our Rising TIDE Project
August 29, 2018This blog post was written by Kelsey Perdue, our Grand Rapids Assistant Campus Director. I believe that solid, rewarding careers make for happier people, stronger families and better communities. And I believe these kinds of careers should be accessible to everyone, regardless of background. I joined Grand Circus in 2017 because they believe the same Read more →
Career Services at Grand Circus
August 28, 2018It is no secret that there is a severe tech talent shortage in the ever expanding Michigan market. Grand Circus’ mission is to close this talent gap for employers, beginning with our Career Services. So, you’ve decided to take the next step in your career by starting a bootcamp at Grand Circus. How do you Read more →
Unit 1: What Is It? How Can I Be Successful?
August 23, 2018Hi there! I’m Yasmine and I manage the Unit 1 process here at Grand Circus. The admissions process here at Grand Circus has multiple steps and Unit 1 is just one of them! There are several ways applicants can prepare to be successful before and during the Unit 1 process.