Launch for rising seniors and new grads
When did you last go a week without AI?
AI is quickly transforming our world and at Cognizant, we want to help you master this technology so you turn AI into your superpower. ⚡
Launch is a 7-week, self-paced training program designed for those eager to learn the fundamentals of Generative AI and apply it in real-world scenarios.
- Where: Virtual
- When: Launch runs once a year in the spring or summer
- Time commitment: 15 hours per week
Applications for our 2026 Launch cohort haven't yet opened.
Why you’ll love Launch
- Hands-on learning: Forget boring slides. You’ll dive into interactive learning, build real projects to add to your portfolio and earn 2 badges.
- Grow your network: You’ll meet people across Cognizant, from fresh grads to leaders.
- Land the job: Our recruiters will show you how to land a role at Cognizant and consider you for a full-time role upon graduation from this program.
Hear from a Launch alum
Meet Avery, a student who joined Launch in 2024 and turned his experience into a full-time role at Cognizant.
FAQs
By the end of Launch, you’ll be able to effectively apply Python programming and version control principles while understanding and implementing various generative AI models, including GANs, VAEs, and transformers, as well as mastering prompt engineering.
- Students in their 4th year of a full-time bachelor's degree at an accredited school, enrolled in a business or STEM-related program
- Recent graduates of a Computer Science or STEM program
- Permanent work authorization
We’re looking for students who love to learn and who are fascinated by the possibilities of Generative AI. We’re also looking for students who can manage their time wisely so they can fully benefit from this self-paced program.
Yes! Launch is a virtual, self-paced program and is perfect if you have other commitments. You can expect a weekly time commitment of about 15 hours.
Yes! Our goal is to equip you with the skills needed to launch a thriving career in tech. We’ll invite you to apply for a full-time role at Cognizant at the end of the program.
- You’ll need a laptop or desktop with internet access.
- Hardware Specs: Mac 10.13+ or Windows Professional 10+ (no Linux) with at least dual processors (quad preferred) that are i5 or higher (i7 or higher preferred), and at least 8 GB Ram (16 GB preferred).
- You’ll also need to download programming resources to your laptop or desktop.