We are excited to announce the 5th edition and final edition of Step UP, our 6-month technology talent accelerator for female-identifying university students, fully funded and supported by Virgin Media O2, BT, and Vodafone. The programme runs from January–June 2026 and provides mentorship, skills development, and career opportunities in the tech sector.

Programme highlights:

  • Mentorship: Monthly one-hour virtual sessions with a professional mentor from a sponsoring business.
  • Skills Development: Monthly masterclasses led by industry leaders.
  • Virtual Tech Summit (March 2026): Meet senior leaders, recruiters, and technologists from all sponsoring businesses.
  • Career Opportunities: Early access to internships and graduate roles.
  • Group Project: Collaborate with peers and showcase your work at graduation in London.

We encourage second- or penultimate-year students, especially those considering graduate programmes starting in 2027, though this is not a requirement. Students should be able to commit 2 virtual hours per month and participate in a group project.

Hear from past participants:

Applications are open now and reviewed on a rolling basis. Final decisions will be made by December 2025, so early applications are encouraged.

Apply here:https://tinyurl.com/2x28n3ktMore info:http://girlstalklondon.comQuestions? Email info@girlstalkcorporation.com

Can you please share this exciting opportunity with your students? It is an inspiring step toward a career in technology!