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I enjoyed the hands-on approach of the simulation and the opportunity to work on realistic software engineering and cloud infrastructure tasks. The activities were well-structured, practical, and helped me better understand AWS services, system design, and decision-making in a real-world environment.
I enjoyed the hands-on nature of the simulation and the opportunity to work on tasks related to software engineering, product thinking, cloud infrastructure, and agile development. The activities provided practical exposure to real-world scenarios and helped me understand how startup engineering teams operate.
I liked the way the program made me perform tasks which would be commonly performed by SWE interns at the office and help me gain invaluable insights in to the kind of expectations and tasks which is expected from an engineer at Blackbird. I loved that each task was broken down in to simpler steps which prevent the student from feeling lost in an alien environment
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.
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.
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