At Break Through Tech at FIU, we create pathways for students to build successful careers in technology. Through hands-on programs like Sprinternships™, Data Corps, and other experiential learning initiatives, we connect students with industry leaders, equipping them with real-world experience, mentorship, and essential technical and professional skills. Our partnerships with forward-thinking companies bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring students gain the exposure, confidence, and connections needed to excel in the tech workforce. By collaborating with us, industry partners play a key role in shaping the future of tech talent.
Hear from one of our hosts:
JoAnna Kelly – AGILE Coach, Miami Dade County IT Department
Why Partner with Us?
Connect with motivated talentfrom FIU’s Knight Foundation School of Computing and Information Sciences, through hands-on programs like Sprinternships™ and Data Corps.These programs provide employers with early access to bright, capable future hires.
Advance your company’s projectswith fresh talent and innovative solutions. Our students bring technical skills, creativity, and a problem-solving mindset to tackle your real-world challenges—delivering tangible results while you gain early exposure to next generation professionals.
Strengthen your community presence by mentoring future tech leaders. Partnering with Break Through Tech allows you to build trust, cultivate meaningful connections that drive long-term success, and position your company as a leader in community engagement.
Ways to Get Involved
Sprinternship™
Host a 3-week paid micro-internship where students gain hands-on experience while your team benefits from fresh ideas and new perspectives from emerging tech talent.
Data Corps
Host a 3-month paid internship where students work on real-world data projects, receive expert mentorship, and immerse themselves in your team’s dynamic tech culture.
Cohost a Workshop
Help prepare the next generation of tech talent. Support your local tech community and equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the workforce.