Stipend and bonus program is exclusively for Tech Launch students and alumni.
Tech Launch Students: We’re Investing in Your Success.New Stipend & Bonus Program Begins January 2026
If you’re graduating from Tech Launch and remain in good standing, you can earn up to $2,475 in stipends and bonuses to support your job search, onboarding, and early career milestones.
Post-Graduation Stipends
(Fall 2025 grads)
$150/month for 6 months after graduation
Career + Survey Bonuses
CompTIA certification: $50
Job start: $75
3-month retention: $100
6-month retention: $50
2-year retention: $50
Promotion/raise notification: $50
Surveys answered at 6 months, 1 year & 2 years post-graduation: $100 each
Stipend program window
Program runs 2026–2029
All bonus requests and documentation must be submitted by December 1, 2029
What does it mean to be an alumni in good standing?
Attend at least 2 job tracker meetings per month, unless employed
Update job application tracker weekly until employed
Respond to Tech Foundry surveys, texts, and emails within 1 week of send date
Notify Tech Foundry promptly of all career milestones
Submit all required documentation for bonuses and job verification
Required Documentation
To receive bonus payments, students must provide:
Job documentation: offer letter or pay stub
Certification proof: certificate of successful exam completion
All documentation must be emailed to: bonus@thetechfoundry.org
Payment Requirements
You must have a bank account for direct deposit—see your coach if you need assistance
You must complete W-9 paperwork for tax reporting
Any income over $600/year is taxable, and you will receive a 1099 from Tech Foundry