Google Career Certificate Scholarships Empowering Young Adults with In-Demand Skills for the Future
Greater Eastside Alliance Inc. is proud to partner with Grow with Google to offer FREE Google Career Certificate scholarships to students ages 16 to 24 from low-income households across East Metro Atlanta.
Why This Program Matters
In today’s workforce, nearly two-thirds of new jobs require digital skills—yet 1 in 3 American workers lack basic digital literacy. Through this powerful initiative, GEA is helping young people gain the credentials and confidence they need to succeed in high-growth industries—without needing a college degree.
What You’ll Get
Each participant will have the opportunity to earn a Google Career Certificate in one of these high-demand fields:
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Cybersecurity
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Data Analytics
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Digital Marketing & E-Commerce
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IT Support
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Project Management
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User Experience (UX) Design
✅ No prior experience required
✅ 100% online & self-paced (complete in 3–6 months)
✅ Backed by 150+ top employers including Walmart, Verizon & Google
✅ Real job skills = real job opportunities
✅ Average salary in these fields: $76,000
✅ 100% online & self-paced (complete in 3–6 months)
✅ Backed by 150+ top employers including Walmart, Verizon & Google
✅ Real job skills = real job opportunities
✅ Average salary in these fields: $76,000
Real Impact, Real Change
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75% of graduates report positive career outcomes within 6 months
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55% of U.S. graduates identify as Asian, Black, or Latino
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35% of U.S. graduates earned under $30,000 before enrolling
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Over 500,000 graduates globally—and growing!
Who Can Apply?
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Age: 16 to 24 years old
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Household: Low-income or underserved background
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Location: Must reside in East Metro Atlanta or surrounding areas
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Motivation: Ready to build a better future through digital skills
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step? Apply for your free scholarship today and begin your journey toward a career in tech, business, or design.
Or contact us at: info@geainc.org
About Our Partnership
The Google Career Certificate program is part of the Grow with Google initiative, designed to help people gain job-ready skills. Through our partnership, GEA is committed to closing the digital skills gap and expanding access to economic opportunity for the next generation of leaders in our community.