Welcome! Please complete this application to the best of your ability. All questions are required unless marked optional. Take your time, and provide honest answers. If you need any support or accommodations while completing the form, please contact us via email at [email protected].
Applications for all upcoming cohorts will be accepted on a rolling basis. The upcoming cohorts include:
- Fall 2026 (September-November)
- Winter 2027 (January-March)
- Spring 2027 (March-May)
What Are the Program Details?
Focus: IT & Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
Next Cohort: Begins July 6, 2026
Duration: 8 weeks
Location: The program is fully online and open to participants located anywhere in the United States. Live sessions are scheduled during Eastern Time (ET).
Time Commitment: Participants should expect a time commitment of around 30 hours per week for the 8 weeks of the program.
Program Structure: The program is a combination of live instructor sessions, 1-on-1 coaching sessions, and independent learning.
What are the Eligibility Requirements?
To apply, you must:
- Be an autistic adult (18+)
- Be authorized to work lawfully in the United States
- Be located anywhere in the United States and able to participate in live sessions scheduled in Eastern Time (ET)
- Be available to commit 30 hours per week for 8 weeks
- Have a high school diploma (or equivalent) prior to the program start
- Be interested in learning about tech
- Be motivated to pursue employment in technology-related roles
- A computer or a laptop
- Reliable internet access
- A quiet, suitable place to learn
What are the next steps?
- Eligible applicants who meet program expectations will be invited to demonstrate basic computer skills needed for the program, including the ability to create documents, send emails, share files, video calling, and screen sharing tools.
- Accepted applicants will be invited to complete a short online learning credential to confirm your spot in the program. This credential helps you get familiar with independent elearning and demonstrates readiness for the coursework.
- Applicants may be waitlisted for participation in future cohorts.
If you have questions, need assistance or would like to request accommodation for any of these steps, please contact us at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Must be an autistic adult (18+)
- Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States
- Have a high school diploma (or equivalent)
- Must commit 30 hours per week for 8 weeks
- Interest in learning about tech
- Motivated to pursue employment in technology-related roles
What We Do
Specialisterne USA is a charitable, not-for-profit organization focused on bridging neurodivergent job seekers and employers, supporting the integration of neurodiverse talent into the workforce and building inclusive organizations.
