The PayPal Career Academy is a virtual program focused on early career development for First generation
students,
offering skill-building and soft skills to launch careers in tech and non-tech. Active in the U.S. and
India, the
program accepts applications during September and November and runs from March to August (see below details
for exact
regional dates). After completing the Academy, students will have industry coaching, collaborate with PayPal
employees,
and have the chance to interview at PayPal.
Tech skills and business acumen are key, but soft skills are just as important for career success. The Career
Academy is
a six-month virtual program for First Generation college students (those whose parents or guardians didn’t
complete a
bachelor’s degree) to build skills and prepare for a career in tech.