Creating Coding Careers

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DoD SkillBridge @ Creating Coding Careers

Creating Coding Careers is a Department of Defense SkillBridge approved program. We encourage transitioning military service members to explore a new collar career in technology via our industry recognized program and are proud to have been voted one of the best skillbridge programs.

Launch your next career in the Software Engineering or in the ServiceNow ecosystem. Creating Coding Careers has a proven track record of helping professionals gain invaluable experience for the future of work and land programming roles inside some of the top enterprise tech companies across the US.

CCC removes many of the job search barriers and provides individualized support to get you there. We can help support your transition into the civilian workforce and land your dream job in the tech industry.

Creating Coding Careers (CCC) is an innovative nonprofit organization committed to bringing often-overlooked talent into our nations tech community and creating opportunities for individuals pursuing a career in the industry.

With a focus on recruiting and training those who may have otherwise felt a career in tech was unattainable, we’re committed to enhancing lives and enriching local communities. And by successfully placing highly trained, top-quality candidates at premier software companies, we are doing our part to reshape the tech industry in the US.

Rated One of the Best SkillBridge Programs of 2025

by Rate My Skillbridge

Features of Our Remote DoD SkillBridge Program

Work and learn among industry experts that are dedicated to helping you succeed.
Our Remote program means you can get started from anywhere, work from home and participate 100% online.
We fully support you from SkillBridge, paid apprenticeship, and then into a permanent role at top tech companies in the Microsoft, ServiceNow, and large enterprise software ecosystems.
As a DoD SkillBridge program, you can focus on learning while continuing to receive your military pay and benefits. Plus, we don't require you to use your GI Bill.

Becoming a CCC SkillBridge Apprentice

We are now offering SkillBridge apprenticeships to a cohort of military personnel looking to become software or data engineers. You’ll be provided an opportunity through SkillBridge to “earn as you learn” and gain real world hands-on experience working alongside industry professionals, while continuing to receive your military benefits. After you transition out of the armed forces you will have the option to be hired and complete a US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship with Creating Coding Careers or we will help you obtain a permanent position in tech.

Ideal candidates will be active duty military with at least 120 - 150 days remaining, approved for participation from your unit commander, possess a high school diploma or GED, be authorized to work in the US, and be able to obtain a security clearance.

Typical apprenticeships last for one year, and CCC has over 95% success rate in placing graduates into tech roles.

Ideal candidates will have the following skills:

Comfortable working with a computer
Ability to type at least 40 words per minute
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A growth mindset
Organizational skills
Enjoy problem solving

Responsibilities:

Commit to the continuous improvement and learning of software development best practices, tools, and technology for the 120 - 150 days of service you have remaining.
Complete required training and be rated as competent in the skills required for the role.
Provide tech support, including support via troubleshooting, implementing bug fixes, and root cause analysis
Review requirements to ensure that they are provided in sufficient detail to be accurately estimated.
Work with product owners to fully understand business functionality, pain points, and areas of improvements.
Proactively continue learning every day by keeping up with relevant technology for your career track, which may include HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Discover our Career Pathways

Discover our diverse range of career pathways, meticulously designed to equip transitioning military personnel with the in-demand tech skills needed for successful civilian careers. From cutting-edge AI to foundational software development, each pathway offers a clear route to high-growth opportunities and meaningful employment in the technology sector.

AI/Prompt Engineer

Dive into the cutting edge of technology as an AI/Prompt Engineer, a field experiencing extremely high demand with limited talent. Leverage your analytical and communication skills from military service to gain a first-mover advantage in this rapidly emerging, high-ROI career with top tech startups and consulting firms.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Transition your communication and project management skills into a dynamic career as a Digital Marketing Specialist, a role with high, consistent demand across all industries. This pathway combines creativity with analytical precision, offering diverse opportunities to thrive in marketing agencies, e-commerce, and SaaS companies.

Technical Sales Engineer

Combine your leadership and technical aptitude to become a highly sought-after Technical Sales Engineer. This role boasts very high demand, offering significant earning potential and career advancement by bridging technical knowledge with sales skills for B2B tech companies and software vendors.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Secure your future in a high-demand field as a Cybersecurity Analyst, especially valuable if you have a security clearance. Your military background in cybersecurity, IT, or intelligence provides a strong foundation for this specialized role in defense, finance, healthcare, and government, offering high retention and specialized skills.

Data Engineer

Transform your analytical mindset and attention to detail into a rewarding career as a Data Engineer, a growing field with consistent enterprise need. Military intelligence analysts and those with technical backgrounds are particularly well-suited to excel in this role within tech companies, financial services, and healthcare.

ServiceNow Implementation Specialist

Apply your process improvement and project management expertise to become a certified ServiceNow Implementation Specialist. This steady-demand pathway offers significant value through specialized enterprise focus, allowing you to streamline operations for enterprise clients and consulting firms.

Software Developer

Develop a foundational career in technology as a Software Developer, leveraging your disciplined approach and problem-solving skills from the military. This pathway offers consistent opportunities to build team collaboration and contribute to tech startups, software companies, and enterprise development teams.

Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

Utilize your keen attention to detail and systematic approach as a Quality Assurance Engineer, ensuring software excellence. This role offers consistent opportunities to contribute to bug-free releases and process adherence within software companies and IT departments.

Cloud Support Engineer

Build on your IT and technical support background to become a Cloud Support Engineer in a growing, yet competitive, market. This pathway emphasizes technical troubleshooting and customer service, preparing you for roles with cloud service providers and enterprise IT, ensuring client satisfaction.

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It takes less than 5 minutes to complete the application. There is zero cost but space is limited. Apply now to reserve your spot on our list.

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SkillBridge Apprentice Experiences

SkillBridge Program Reviews

"I wanted to get into Software Engineering, but the hardest part is getting your foot in the door (especially as a transitioning Service Member). I knew how to develop, but I needed that support system that can possibly get me looked at. CCC not only gave me a support system, but also helped me with my transition. I went into CCC not expecting much, but got out as a Software Engineer in a Fortune 500 Company. I probably wouldn’t have even gotten looked at if it wasn’t for CCC."

Review From Rate My SkillBridge

"...With CCC it is clear that they not only care about developing my coding skills from a non-existent baseline, but also cared about my overall success. This is evident by their daily structure of team and one-on-one daily meetings as well as their job seeking course material and regular check-ins on job seeking goals...I was able to accept a job offer two months prior to my last day in service and I know that the skills I gained from CCC were key to that."

Review From Rate My SkillBridge

"They recently partnered with ServiceNow so you can get a bunch of certs which are very valuable in the job market. Going in I had prior experience with coding and I liked their program because I was able to focus on what I wanted to do, instead of being stuck to one path. You can choose web dev and learn Javascript and React and HTML/CSS or you can learn Javascript and do app dev within the ServiceNow space...This helped me earn a lot of certs in just a couple months."

Review From Rate My SkillBridge

"This was the best company to match my direction and goals. CCC was a perfect environment to learn new skills and grow as a coder, developer and SecOps tester. The training was excellent because the instructors used real-life experiences to show how to improve my coding and developer skills. At the beginning of the training sessions, all the materials were made available. The presenters’ styles were diverse and engaging, fun, and professional."

Review From Rate My SkillBridge

"Coming into this program I had minimal understanding of JavaScript, but was eager to learn. Through practicing coding every day as well as getting myself certified on the ServiceNow platform I am now in a very advantageous position to gain employment with ServiceNow. I am forever grateful for the opportunity this Skillbridge has provided me."

Review From Rate My SkillBridge

"For anyone looking to get hands on, in depth knowledge of coding, or at least exposure, this is the Skillbridge for you. Simultaneously, they supported any and everything military related in regards to me separating. Their communication flow is seamless and even if coding/ programming is a foreign concept, they make learning enjoyable and feel as if no one is left behind. Phenomenal program!!"

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Next steps to apply for CCC SkillBridge:

Creating Coding Careers' DoD approved SkillBridge program features flexible pacing. That means you can go fast if you are willing to work hard. You can minimize the time it will take for you to reach your goal of a new high paying career in tech.

Step 1: Apply and begin the pre-apprenticeship training. You do not need to complete the training prior to program admission, but you should immediately get started if you are interested in joining our team. There are limited spots in the program, so it's best to come prepared.
Step 2: Prepare for an interview. The best way is to engage with the community and push through the curriculum. SkillBridge participants will be required to complete all of the pre-apprenticeship and some apprenticeship curriculum before the end of your SkillBridge internship, so get started early. As you make progress in the curriculum, you may be invited to interview. This will be your only formal opportunity to be accepted into the program.
Step 3: Ace your interview and get accepted. Pro-Tip: we are really looking at effort and dedication in the pre-apprenticeship course. We will issue you a letter that you can provide your command for final approval. You will start on the date specified.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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How often does the CCC SkillBridge program start? And how long is it?

Our technology-based SkillBridge program is an immersive 40 hour a week, 121-150 day program in a rolling cohort format. We accommodate multiple start dates each month.

Can I participate if I have less than 120 days until separation?

We are able to accommodate opportunities of 120 days or fewer, however we do prioritize active duty service members that can do 121 to 150 days, and those with prior technical experience for admission.

What is the Skillbridge program technical training like?

This unpaid program combines Software Engineering training with hands on exercises and career skills training. 25% of the program is instructor led. 50% is project/practical work building webpages, apps, and programming. The remaining 25% is self-paced online learning. The program also includes guest speakers and industry presentations. We have TAs and instructors for technical assistance and each participant is assigned an internal mentor. There may also be additional opportunities to learn with our industry partners.

Do you guarantee a job?

We do not guarantee a job. We will guarantee you an interview for our apprenticeship. However, more than 90% of the graduates of our apprenticeship program have secured job offers within 60 days of program end date in software engineering, ServiceNow development, cybersecurity, and more.

Our mission is to make the SkillBridge program a pathway to the tech industry with direct placement at an employer or into our apprenticeship program. We prepare you for the job search with resume workshops, networking opportunities, and more valuable guidance that has helped many veterans land roles that align with their aspirations in the tech industry.

Admission into our program is highly sought after because it is one of few "earn and learn" pathways to a high growth technical career. Our graduates work for enterprise organizations and at service providers that work with large enterprise companies.

Will I get a certificate at the end of the program?

You will have the opportunity to sit for at least two industry recognized certifications at the end of the program. You will also learn valuable skills that will make you ready for day one on the job.