On Cloud Nine - Cloud Computing with Amazon Future Engineers
Engineering powers everything from physical infrastructure to digital innovation. Discover how Amazon solves complex challenges, and why engineering skills are more in demand than ever.
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Students aged 13+ are welcome to apply!
Get a certificate upon completion
Approximately 6-8 hours of content
Journey into the invisible infrastructure that powers the modern internet! In this Virtual Work Experience with Amazon Future Engineer, you’ll join industry experts as they reveal exactly how Cloud Computing and AWS keep the digital world running. Discover how they build highly secure data centres, design scalable digital networks, and architect the cloud solutions that support millions of global users and businesses every single day.
We’re not just showing you how Amazon’s cloud operates. If you are fascinated by digital engineering, logical thinking, or building smarter tech ecosystems, you'll discover exactly how your interests map to a dynamic career path in cloud architecture.
Get ready to step into the cloud! In this opening module, we’ll break down exactly what your virtual work experience entails. You’ll discover how to navigate the course structure to get you up to speed.
Here, we’ll give you the big picture. You’ll learn all about Amazon as a global powerhouse, diving into its history and the core Leadership Principles that guide its success. We'll introduce you to Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) and showcase how cloud computing sits at the heart of the business.
Let's map out the digital landscape! We’ll jump right in with a few key terms before exploring how AWS and cloud technology operate at a global level. You'll get a clear overview of the types of roles available in this dynamic space and discover three key careers you could pursue.
Welcome to the heart of the action, where digital architecture meets real-world application! You’ll explore the role of a Solutions Architect designing cloud blueprints, see how Cyber Security experts defend massive networks, and discover the physical engineering that keeps Data Centres online.
Let’s check how much you’ve understood. You’ll be given a real-life example of a business that’s boomed thanks to using AWS (Snap, as in the owners of Snapchat!) Using this, and a brief from an expert, it’s up to you to put together the perfect pitch for a new business, explaining why they should consider using AWS, too.
Breaking into the tech world doesn't have to be a mystery! Here, we're giving you the insider playbook on how to start your professional journey at a global powerhouse like Amazon. We’ll break down the most exciting entry routes, so you know exactly how to gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and secure your place in the future of tech.
Technical knowledge might get you in the door, but sharp digital skills are what help you climb to the top. This final module ensures you are fully prepared for the realities of the modern workplace by focusing on three highly sought-after capabilities. First, we'll build your AI Literacy so you can confidently navigate artificial intelligence. Next, we'll sharpen your Research skills to help you track down answers to unseen challenges. Finally, we'll lock down your Cyber Security awareness to ensure you know exactly how to keep massive networks safe from modern threats.
Get ready to step into the cloud! In this opening module, we’ll break down exactly what your virtual work experience entails. You’ll discover how to navigate the course structure to get you up to speed.
Here, we’ll give you the big picture. You’ll learn all about Amazon as a global powerhouse, diving into its history and the core Leadership Principles that guide its success. We'll introduce you to Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) and showcase how cloud computing sits at the heart of the business.
Let's map out the digital landscape! We’ll jump right in with a few key terms before exploring how AWS and cloud technology operate at a global level. You'll get a clear overview of the types of roles available in this dynamic space and discover three key careers you could pursue.
Welcome to the heart of the action, where digital architecture meets real-world application! You’ll explore the role of a Solutions Architect designing cloud blueprints, see how Cyber Security experts defend massive networks, and discover the physical engineering that keeps Data Centres online.
Let’s check how much you’ve understood. You’ll be given a real-life example of a business that’s boomed thanks to using AWS (Snap, as in the owners of Snapchat!) Using this, and a brief from an expert, it’s up to you to put together the perfect pitch for a new business, explaining why they should consider using AWS, too.
Breaking into the tech world doesn't have to be a mystery! Here, we're giving you the insider playbook on how to start your professional journey at a global powerhouse like Amazon. We’ll break down the most exciting entry routes, so you know exactly how to gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and secure your place in the future of tech.
Technical knowledge might get you in the door, but sharp digital skills are what help you climb to the top. This final module ensures you are fully prepared for the realities of the modern workplace by focusing on three highly sought-after capabilities. First, we'll build your AI Literacy so you can confidently navigate artificial intelligence. Next, we'll sharpen your Research skills to help you track down answers to unseen challenges. Finally, we'll lock down your Cyber Security awareness to ensure you know exactly how to keep massive networks safe from modern threats.
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Discover a wide range of career paths.
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Amazon’s Career Tours are guided video experiences that take you behind the scenes of real tech and business roles. You’ll hear directly from Amazon employees, explore day-to-day tasks, and discover what it takes to work in exciting industries.
Career Tours take around 30 minutes to complete. They're perfect for getting a quick but meaningful glimpse into life at Amazon.
Build the digital skills you need to succeed — at school, at work, and in life. These programmes are designed to help you build your digital confidence from the ground up. Through interactive tasks, real-life scenarios, and practical tips, you’ll gain the foundational skills that employers look for — and that will support you across subjects, job applications, and everyday life online.
Each experience take around 30 minutes to complete. They're perfect for getting a quick but meaningful glimpse into essential digital skills.
Virtual Work Experiences are your all-access pass to life at Amazon. From logistics and cloud tech to design and data, you’ll explore the diverse roles that power one of the world’s most innovative companies.
The Virtual Work Experience can take around 6-7 hours to complete. It may take less or more time, it’s entirely up to you. If you want to do it in chunks and come back to it, that’s absolutely fine.
The programmes are available on any device – computer, tablet, or phone. For the best viewing experience, we recommend using the Chrome browser on a laptop or desktop.
"The course was great. There were a lot of things to learn and understand. It's actually perfect, interactive and informative."
“I enjoyed how informative and helpful it was to navigating careers and the workplace.”
“I liked learning about the new opportunities within amazon and how innovative and inspiring the company is as a whole"
“I enjoyed the wide variety of careers covered in the virtual programme and the activities I got to complete, particularly the Tech Innovations activity.”
“I enjoyed the apprenticeship and career pathway section [Module 3]. It gave me more insight into employability skills and how to write a CV”