Jump Start Your Career Learn more about our free certification, mentorship and training program.
We have launched our Jump Start Your Career program to provide training valued by Canadian employers in Canada. This PwC Canada program offers mentorship and two free certifications to students across Canada to equip them with critical skills and experience and prepare them for the workforce of the future.

Why join: 


  • Obtain two industry recognized Amazon Web Services (AWS) certifications, at no cost to the learner.
  • Gain technical mentorship from PwC Canada professionals and insight into the business environment.
  • Learn more about PwC Canada and our consulting services.
  • Potential job opportunities at PwC Canada.

AWS pre-graduate certification program

This program offers selected candidates a paid certification as an AWS cloud practitioner and either an AWS solutions architect or AWS developer.

About the program

Up to 125 students will be eligible for the following certifications prior to graduating:

  • AWS Cloud Practitioner and;
  • AWS Solutions Architect Associate or AWS Developer Associate.
The 2024 application period will be from September 10th to 30th, 2024.

Who can apply?

To be eligible for the Jump Start Your Career program, you must be: 

  • In your last year of studies (undergrad or graduate student)
  • Studying engineering, computer science, mathematics, or analytics
  • Eligible to work in Canada
  • Cumulative 85% grade point average
Review the programs terms and conditions

What to expect when you join our certification program 


Throughout the program, you will have opportunities for mentorship with our PwC Canada team members. Below is the recommended schedule for the self-study program, which you can navigate at your own pace:

Semester 1

October 23, 2024, to December 31, 2024

Curriculum:

  • Fundamentals certification (AWS cloud practitioner)

Semester 2

January 1, 2025, to April 30, 2025

Curriculum:

  • Specialty certification (AWS solutions architect or AWS developers associate)

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Terms and conditions  

Please read through the Jump Start Your Career Terms and Conditions carefully to ensure full comprehension and understanding of eligibility.