CONNECTING EDUCATORS TO INFRASTRUCTURE INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
AWS Information Infrastructure Workshop (I2W) for Educators
AWS Information Infrastructure Workshop (I2W) for Educators is a one-day workshop to help education and workforce leaders better understand the physical layer of cloud computing and our information economy, and the many different careers that are available. The goals of the workshop are to provide an overview of infrastructure careers and offerings, learn hands-on, and connect with industry experts and hiring managers.
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- Culpeper, VA
- October 16, 2024
About the Program
You will gain firsthand insights into the skills and expertise needed for roles across cloud infrastructure, from data center construction to daily operations. Engage in guided activities that reflect real-world industry demands, discover ways to align your curriculum with workforce needs, and build valuable connections within AWS’s industry network.
Why You Should Attend
With new insights and connections, you’ll gain a strong foundation to shape and enhance your educational programs, opening doors for diverse student pathways into infrastructure careers.
Frequently asked questions
This workshop is designed for leaders of education and workforce development organizations who overse workforce programs, career counseling, and/or program development.
There are no specific prerequisites for AWS I2W. However, attendees should have a strong interest in learning about career pathways related to data centers and physical cloud infrastructure.
No, AWS I2W is a professional development workshop offered at no cost.
Plan to arrive in the morning for a brief welcome followed by hands-on learning sessions simulating tasks performed by information infrastructure professionals. In the afternoon, network with hiring managers and industry experts; discuss career opportunities; and participate in breakout sessions with educators, employers, and workforce development participants. A light breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks are provided.
Yes, participants will be served a welcome breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
Attending I2W will provide you with valuable insights into industry demands and the skills required for cloud infrastructure careers. You’ll leave with actionable insights for aligning programming with workforce needs and connections to industry that can enhance learner and job-seeker career pathways.
AWS I2W is designed specifically for educators and workforce leaders. For students interested in information infrastructure careers, AWS Information Infrastructure Pre-Apprenticeship (I2PA) program would be a better fit. Learn more about I2PA at i2pa.info and consider applying!
Yes, employers are central to our work and this workshop in particular! AWS I2W is an excellent opportunity to meet with educators and workforce development leaders who are focused on preparing students for careers in cloud infrastructure. As an employer, you’ll join for the second half of the day to participate in focused discussions about your workforce needs and potential curriculum improvements, while also building valuable connections with educational leaders in the region. We invite you to bring representatives who can speak to the requirements of entry-level roles and offer insights into your organization’s job demands.
For additional questions about the AWS Information Infrastructure Workshop, please reach out to awsworkforcedevelopment@pearson.com.