Empowering the Next Generation of Tech Leaders
Prime Tech Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Welcome to Prime Tech, an innovative pre-apprenticeship program designed to inspire, educate, and equip inner-city youth with the tools and skills they need to excel in the technology-driven world of tomorrow. At Prime Tech, we bridge the gap between talent and opportunity by introducing young minds to Super Intelligence (SI), app development, drone training, and a wide range of future careers in technology.
Purposeful Tech Mentorship
Prime Tech is dedicated to empowering youth with access to high-quality education and hands-on training in cutting-edge technology fields. By fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, our 12-week curriculum prepares our participants to become future innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the tech industry.
Program Design & Outcomes
Build Apps. Master SI. Lead Tomorrow.
Our programs are designed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and prepare youth for exciting opportunities in the ever-evolving tech industry. We introduce participants to App Development, Super Intelligence (SI), and STEM/STEAM career pathways. Our hands-on training is designed to spark curiosity, build technical confidence, and prepare participants for careers in today’s innovation driven economy. Participants are introduced to coding fundamentals and mobile app development, learning how applications are built from concept to launch using beginner friendly programming tools and platforms. Through SI and hands-on exploration, participants engage in interactive projects such as robotics, digital design, engineering challenges, and problem solving labs that strengthen creativity and critical thinking.
Hands-On Drone Training: Elevate Your Future
We offer cutting edge drone training for youth and young adults ages 14 to 24, equipping them with hands on skills in FAA fundamentals, flight safety, aerial photography, mapping, inspection basics, and entrepreneurship in the fast growing unmanned aviation industry. Participants gain real world experience operating drones, understanding airspace regulations, preparing for the Part 107 exam, and exploring career pathways in media, construction, public safety, logistics, agriculture, and tech innovation. Through industry mentors, project-based learning, and workforce certifications, we ensure participants are not just flying drones but building pathways to high demand, high earning careers in aviation and emerging technology.
12-Week Curriculum…
Weeks 1–2: Orientation & Foundations
Program Introduction: Goals, expectations, and overview of technology careers.
STEM/STEAM/SI Basics: Introduction to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Technology Fundamentals: Overview of coding, AI, and emerging technologies.
Soft Skills Workshop: Teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Week 3: Coding Fundamentals
Programming Basics: Understand programming logic, data types, and variables.
Hands-On Practice: Build small programs like calculators or simple games.
Debugging and Problem Solving: Introduction to troubleshooting code errors.
STEM/STEAM/SI Integration: Apply coding to STEM and SI-based challenges.
Week 4: Super Intelligence Foundations
SI Basics: Understand what SI is and how it works; explore ethical SI and real world use cases.
Interactive Coding: SI tools for app integration.
Team Collaboration: Work in groups to train a simple SI model using beginner platforms.
Project Milestone: Create an SI powered chatbot concept.
Weeks 5–8: Drone Technology and Flight Training
Drone Technology Basics: Learn drone components, flight principles, safety protocols, and FAA regulations.
Soft Skills Workshop: Develop problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and decision-making skills through drone operations.
Team Collaboration: Explore drone applications in photography, videography, construction, surveying, and other career pathways.
Hands-On Lab: Practice drone assembly, flight controls, navigation, and aerial photography through supervised flight simulations and real-world drone operations.
Weeks 9–11: Career Preparation & Real-World Applications
Career Exploration: Overview of tech roles like software developer, data analyst, and SI engineer.
Resume Building & LinkedIn Workshop: Create or refine resumes and online profiles.
Interview Skills Practice: Mock interviews with feedback.
Guest Speaker Sessions: Hear from tech industry professionals.
Week 12: Demo Day & Career Pathway Launch
Certificates & Micro-Credentials: Intro to Coding Certificate; Workforce Readiness Certificate; SI Foundations Badge (“Prime Tech SI Foundations Credential” awarded upon completion of 20 to 30 hours of SI instruction, ethical training, and a capstone SI mini project).
Project Presentations: Showcase capstone projects to mentors, family, and community members.
Program Ceremony: Celebrate achievements with certificates and recognition.
Future Steps: Discuss pathways for continuing education, internships, tech careers, and/or apprenticeship pathways
“At Prime For Change, our program Prime Tech is dedicated to preparing the next generation of tech leaders. We equip inner city youth and young adults with the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in technology. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, our program ensures that participants graduate with industry-recognized credentials, ready to excel in a competitive and evolving world. We’re building a pipeline of generational wealth.”
— Tammy Brownlee, Founder of Prime For Change
Why Donate to
Prime Tech?
Because we’re not just teaching youth about technology, we’re preparing them to lead its future. Your gift helps young adults ages 18–24 gain hands-on experience in super intelligence (SI), drone technology, and emerging career fields. From learning to operate drones to exploring how AI can transform businesses, we're equipping Chicago's youth with real-world skills, industry knowledge, and opportunities to succeed. Your donation is more than a contribution. It's an investment in the next generation of innovators.
Prime Tech
FAQs
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Prime Tech is a free pre-apprenticeship program designed to prepare inner-city youth for careers in technology. We focus on teaching skills in coding, AI, STEM/STEAM, and more, empowering participants with the tools they need to succeed in a tech-driven world.
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Prime Tech is open to youth and young adults aged 14-24 from underserved communities who are eager to learn about technology and explore careers in the field. No prior experience is required.
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Participants will gain hands-on experience in:
Coding & App Development
STEM/STEAM Exploration
Ai & Machine Learning Basics
Career Readiness (including resume building, interview skills, and professional development).
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Yes! Participants may earn industry aligned credentials throughout the Prime Tech pre apprenticeship program, including a Drone Safety Certification demonstrating foundational knowledge of flight operations and aviation safety, an Intro to Coding Certificate verifying competency in programming fundamentals and app development basics, an AI Foundations Badge recognizing understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and ethical application, and a Workforce Readiness Certificate confirming preparation in professional skills such as communication, teamwork, problem solving, and career pathway planning.
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We provide all necessary materials and equipment for the program, including laptops and software. Participants only need a willingness to learn and a commitment to attend sessions.
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Prime Tech is led by experienced instructors and mentors who are experts in their fields. They are passionate about sharing their knowledge and guiding participants toward success in tech.
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Graduates of Prime Tech receive ongoing support through our mentorship network, access to advanced learning opportunities, and assistance with job placement or further education in technology.
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Absolutely! Prime Tech is designed for beginners and those with little to no prior experience in technology. Our instructors will guide you every step of the way.
