New Delhi, October 04, 2023. The Generation India Foundation has announced a collaboration with Apna, India’s prominent jobs and professional networking platform, to generate employment prospects for graduates emerging from the Amazon Web Services (AWS) re/Start program. Apna will actively engage with these graduates, enhancing their professional competencies, and facilitating their integration into technology and cloud-related job roles through its platform. This partnership aims to address the increasing demand for IT and cloud talent across India.
Apna's mission is to empower professionals and address India's talent deficit. Leveraging its extensive employer network, Apna will facilitate the entry of AWS re/Start graduates into the job market. Graduates will be able to utilize Apna's platform features to effectively showcase their skills and experiences to recruiters seeking to fill entry-level tech positions nationwide.This collaboration responds to the surging demand for skilled professionals across various sectors. Gallup research commissioned by AWS reveals that a vast majority of both tech (99%) and non-tech (96%) workers in India express keen interest in digital skills training. However, a significant proportion—62% of tech and 50% of non-tech workers—cite "lack of time" as the primary barrier to upskilling.
"In today's fast-paced world of technology, there is growing demand for a skilled workforce to meet industry needs. AWS, being a frontrunner in the tech industry, is a hub for cutting-edge innovation. Through our collaboration with the Generation India Foundation and the AWS re/Start program, we are empowering aspiring professionals and helping bridge the gap between talent and the demand for skilled workers in India’s tech industry," said Nirmit Parikh, Founder & CEO, apna.co.
“AWS re/Start brings “net-new” talent into the workforce, helping individuals to launch successful cloud careers, organizations to increase their competitive edge with in-demand talent, and communities to thrive and grow. We are excited to collaborate with apna to create a diverse, robust cloud workforce of the future, allowing organizations to accelerate their innovation with cloud,” said Amit Mehta, Head of Business Development for Education & Training, Amazon Web Services India Private Limited.
“This collaboration with apna and AWS re/Start will help transform the job landscape, providing aspiring professionals with unparalleled access to exciting and important career opportunities in tech. We are excited to work with apna and AWS to transform the way talent is discovered, nurtured, and connected with employers, ultimately shaping the future of the job market in India,” said Arunesh Singh, CEO, Generation India Foundation
AWS re/Start is a cost-free workforce development program designed for unemployed and underemployed individuals. It provides entry-level cloud skills training and practical career guidance, including resume writing and interview preparation. Learners undergo training in various technologies, such as Linux, Python, networking, security, and relational databases, through real-world scenario-based exercises, labs, and coursework. The program also covers the expenses for learners to take the AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification exam, a widely recognized credential validating their cloud skills and knowledge.Collaborating organizations within AWS re/Start actively support underrepresented groups, minorities, displaced individuals, indigenous populations, refugees, young adults, and more. The program operates in over 180 cities across more than 60 countries, connecting 98% of graduates with employment opportunities.
