A Life-Changing Instagram Ad
Hear how Thanh saw an Instagram Ad that allowed her to take control of her career
From a young age, Thanh Nguyen knew her curiosity was meant for the IT field.
Taking laptops apart as a young kid was what sparked the interest in technology and since then, her love has grown. What started as just a hobby for Thanh turned into a career through the help of the ITWorks program at Tech Impact. “It’s a funny story how I came across the ITWorks program. Everyone in my class was referred to by someone or an alumni. Myself? I stumbled across an Instagram ad that I thought was too good to be true.”
Thankfully for Thanh, the ITWorks program was a real program where she fully embraced the 16 weeks of mentorship, certifications, and community that were offered. “I was definitely nervous at first because it was a lot of work and dedication, but if you have a passion for it, the program really does fly by and it isn’t bad at all.” For Thanh, the ITWorks was a truly lifechanging program. Going from working dead end jobs and just paying bills to now seeking a career in a field she’s passionate about, really made a difference in her outlook on life. When asked about her favorite part of the program, Thanh mentions her mentors and classmates that really helped lift her up and give her the confidence to truly explore her passion in IT. Now having completed the internship during her time in the program along with the technical training, Thanh is finding the job search to be easier and more fulfilling as she finds her place in the IT industry.
When asked what advice she would give to incoming students or those looking into the ITWorks program, Thanh says, “I’m going to be a Gen Z here and say, just full send it. If you have a little bit of interest in this field or want to do something like it, go for it. You never know until you try and the ITWorks program truly changed my life for the better.”