Software Engineer Trainee

Are you passionate about Java? Do you love to learn? Do you want to take your Developer career to the next level?

Per Scholas provides no-cost, unpaid technology courses, including job attainment assistance and career coaching. Our upcoming Software Engineering training will prepare you for entry- to mid-level jobs in the Newark, NJ area at no charge to you. Per Scholas has an 85% graduation and 80% job attainment rate for learners.

During the Full Stack Java Developer training, you'll advance your career in the tech industry with the skills top employers are looking for. In just 15 weeks, this immersive, hands-on course prepares you for high-demand roles like React Developer and Full Stack Developer by mastering the MERN stack. This intermediate course is designed for aspiring web application developers seeking to build and sharpen their skills in modern software engineering.

• Course Start: April 20th, 2026
• Location: Remote to learners within a commutable distance from Newark
• Duration: 15-week intensive
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
• Outcomes: Hands-on experience and workplace exposure
• Cost: Tuition, materials and hardware are offered at no cost. This is unpaid.
• Additional Services: Career counseling, Learner Support Resource, Financial Coaching, Job attainment
• Live within commutable distance from Newark, NJ
• Basic Java knowledge recommended
• Meet the pre-training income policy guidelines
• Can attend classes full-time for the entire duration of the course
• Are aged 18 or older
• Have a High School diploma, equivalent, or higher
• Are authorized to work in the U.S.
• Can read, write and speak in English
• Are able to start a full-time job after course completion
• Ready to make an important commitment to building your future

All courses are free of charge, free of contract, and free for you to choose your own future during and after the course. We invest in your success. Per Scholas is a national award-winning nonprofit organization. Our courses, job attainment assistance and other services are funded by philanthropic partners, foundations, individual donors, and corporate partners and are no cost to students and graduates.

All we ask in return is that you take the course seriously and work as hard as you can. Upon graduation, applicants go on to work with Tech companies typically making $56k/year.