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    Introduction from Blackbird Australia

    "everything was so awesome. It is such a nice combination of task to experience the actual working of the team or organization in the field before you actually step in it."-- Student from Vellore Institute of Technology
    "What I love about Blackbird job simulation, that I attended, is the fact that the questions will give you the opportunity to do research and dive deep into it. I would take days to make sure I am fit for a task before I submit my answer and go to the next thing."-- Student from Addis Ababa University
    "This program was really helpful and well-guided! The tasks are clearly laid out but you are encouraged to go beyond what is provided to gain a true understanding. I definitely have areas I need to improve on but I really enjoyed understanding the many different roles of a job at a Blackbird company."-- Student from University of Sydney
    "I like that I have learned new skills and the parts that I wasn't comfortable with, such as retro sprint and A/B testing."-- Student from Yoobee Colleges
    "This program covered most aspects of what a software engineer does, from coding to conducting a retrospective meeting. This program, in a way, made me aware of how a company operates in real life. I got to do something that was out of my comfort zone and exciting at the same time."-- Student from Shri Ramswaroop College Of Engineering and Management

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    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Collaborate Using GitHub with Propeller
    1-2 hours
    Introductory
    Manage your repo using GitHub CLI
    What you'll learn
    • How to use GitHub, a cloud-based hosting service, for managing Git repositories effectively
    • How to coordinate work among team members, especially in a programming context, and work collaboratively on source code during software development
    • How to streamline Git and GitHub actions by creating automated sequences
    What you'll do
    • Create a React app using the "create-react-app" tool
    • Manage code and repositories
    • Create a Pull Request (PR) and merge the PR 

    Why complete our Job Simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced6-7 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsadvanced

    Welcome to Blackbird’s Virtual Experience Program! We are so excited to have you here!

    We are a venture capital fund based in Australia and New Zealand. We invest in every type of technology and are unified by wild ambitions. This program is an embodiment of what we value the most as a company and will allow you to explore the compelling work that startups do all over the world.

    During this program, you will gain valuable insight into what it’s like to be a software engineer in a startup environment. You will also get the opportunity to practice practical skills such as how to build and verify code, assess cloud infrastructure, and more! The best part? After completing each module, you will have the opportunity to compare your work with real work sample answers from experts working at some of Blackbird's portfolio companies. This will give you the chance to learn from their process and improve in the future. Upon completing the program you will also earn a certificate that can help you stand out during your job search!

    We hope that this program will be an interactive and valuable resource for you as you explore the world of startups and build skills for your future career!

    Please note: to complete this program and earn your completion certificate, you will need to submit only 3 out of 6 tasks.


    Lilypad: The place our startups hire great talent from. 🙌 

    The Lilypad is an exclusive hiring platform for Blackbird’s 90+ portfolio companies, helping you get in front of startups and leapfrog into your dream job. It’s free and takes less than five minutes to create a profile and fill out your career preferences, where you’ll then get introduced directly to our founders and operators. 

    Sign up here.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Git
    GitHub
    Collaboration
    React
    Unit Testing
    JavaScript
    A/B Testing
    Product Analytics
    Project Management
    Agile

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from industry experts. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for the job.
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    Explore the world and work software engineering at start ups

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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 6-7 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in future applications. Show recruiters you're the right fit.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 6-7 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in future applications. Show recruiters you're the right fit.