Empowering refugees in Data & AI

We provide highly educated refugees with a free seven-month training program to become certified data analysts and engineers. Upon graduation, we directly connect our talented alumni with companies seeking diverse, skilled professionals. Join us in making a meaningful difference—together.

Our approach

SpikeUp AI is a foundation that focuses on helping highly educated refugees finding a career in data and artificial intelligence. The foundation offers training and capability building programs, plus an extensive network in the business environment to find internships, projects and jobs.

Hard Skills

Our students master high-demand Data and Cloud skills through hands-on training, earning industry-recognized certifications that position them to excel in today's competitive job market.

Soft skills

We equip our alumni with essential soft skills—from communication, to teamwork, and problem-solving—ensuring they're ready to thrive in any professional environment.

Professional Skills

Our students become proficient in essential collaboration and productivity tools—including Trello, Miro, and Slack—preparing them to integrate and excel in today's professional environments.

Career support

We stand by our students beyond graduation, actively supporting their job search journey by connecting them directly with top employers and opportunities to launch their careers successfully.

Our results

We actively guide and support our graduates through every step of their job search—connecting them directly with leading employers and exclusive job opportunities in Data & AI.

+85% Employment Rate

Majority of graduates secure positions shortly after completion.

30+ Corporate Partners

Trusted by leading businesses actively recruiting diverse AI talent.

300+ Professionals

Skilled data analysts and engineers successfully trained to industry standards.

Alumni on the job

“ The goal of Spikeup AI is contributing to deal with two big challenges. On one hand, to support refugees to become and feel part of the society while on the other hand, to solve the shortage of data talent in the Dutch job market ”

Benefits for students

Program Overview: Intensive training covering Data Engineering, Data Analytics, Cloud technologies, and industry-recognised certifications (Google, IBM).

Support System: Comprehensive soft skills training and personalised career support.

Alumni Success: Our graduates thrive at top companies, transforming their lives and careers.

Why Partner with SpikeUp.Ai?

Recruitment Advantage: Access highly skilled, diverse Data and AI professionals trained to meet your business needs.

Diversity & Inclusion: Enhance innovation through inclusive hiring.

CSR Impact: Actively contribute to social change, integrating talented refugees into the professional landscape.

Projects: Your company can submit real-world projects for students to tackle—creating a meaningful, mutually beneficial collaboration that delivers practical solutions for students.

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Testimonials

"Participating in the SpikeUp Al bootcamp has been an incredible journey. The well-designed colloquium and top trainers from SpikeUp Al helped me boost my data analytics and data management skills. Upon completing the program, I've started my career as an Engineer!"

"The opportunity to train and coach individuals while giving back to society truly resonated with me. I invite fellow professionals to join SpikeUp AI’s mission – it's a rewarding experience that makes a real difference in the community."

"SpikeUp AI has opened many doors, and I'm eager to step through and see where this journey takes me. Over the last seven months, I've developed a wealth of knowledge in Data and I am ready to kick-start my new career."

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