Are you ready to jump in? Below, you’ll find an overview of our program details, application timeline and answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) to learn more!
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We know you’re excited (or maybe curious). Let’s try to answer as many questions about our process upfront.
What should I do to get ready before the application launch?
When do applications open? March 3, 2025
When is the deadline to apply? April 4, 2025
When do the academies start? The four Snap Academies start on June 16, 2025 and end on August 14, 2025. There will be a Final Showcase tentatively held on August 13, 2025.
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What should I do to get ready before the application launch?
Great question! We encourage you to update your resume as a starter! If you have a LinkedIn profile or even a webpage or Github with your work samples (a portfolio), update those as well.
We’ll be hosting a series of information sessions, skills workshops and alumni panels leading up to the application deadline.
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What can I expect to happen as I’m going through the application process?
Here’s what you can expect about this year’s process which is broken down into stages.
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Stage 1: Application + Video Interview
You’ll select the Academy application, upload your resume and work samples, and fill out a few background questions. Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions to record video responses to some interview prompts.
The deadline to submit the application and video interview is April 4th, 2025 by 11:59 PM PT/ 2:59 AM ET.
The hiring committee will review your application and your video interview to determine if you will move forward to Stage 2 of the application process.
Stage 2: Project-based Assessment
If selected, you’ll get the opportunity to showcase your current skills. We want to understand where you’re at in your learning journey.
You’ll have a few days to complete an assessment and submit. The hiring committee, which includes former instructors from each of the Snap Academies, will review your assessment submission and determine if you move forward to the final stage.
Final stage: Interview
If selected, you’ll schedule a 30 minute interview slot. You’ll interview with a current Snap employee, who’s interested in learning more about you!
The hiring committee will make final decisions by May 19, 2025— a little less than one month before the start of the 2025 Snap Academies.
What can I expect after I apply, interview, and get selected?
Scholars accepted into the Snap Academies will be notified via email and phone by no later than May 14th. Here’s what you can expect leading up to the start:
We know some other questions might have popped up as you were reviewing our timeline. Take a look below - please read carefully.
