Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of the Caltex brand of fuel and lubricants, recently renewed its partnership with Edukasyon.ph to offer cloud computing training and employment support to disadvantaged individuals. This collaboration between Chevron and Edukasyon.ph in the form of the AWS re/Start program underscores their shared commitment to the educational development of underserved individuals.
Forty-eight scholars graduated from the last batch of Amazon Web Services (AWS) re/Start program in the high-growth field of cloud computing. These scholars completed the program with distinction and acquired valuable technical skills in designing, managing and optimizing cloud infrastructures, demand for which has been increasing.
For the second batch, Edukasyon.ph aims to enroll 50 students in the program supported by Chevron Philippines.
Cloud computing has become a vital component of businesses of all sizes, leading to increased demand for people with the skill set in the tech industry. Enhancing the skills of professionals in this field is therefore essential to ensure Filipinos, both in the Philippines and around the world, acquire the specialized knowledge and expertise.
AWS re/Start is a cohort-based workforce development training program designed to prepare individuals for careers in the cloud and connect them with potential employers. No prior technology experience is required to apply. The program is free for participants and aims to assist unemployed or underemployed individuals in launching new careers.
With guidance from professional mentors and accredited instructors, participants gain a strong foundation in cloud computing that prepares them for entry-level cloud jobs. The training covers essential programming, networking, security and relational database skills through real-world scenarios, hands-on lab work and coursework. Graduates from collaborating organization possess not only technical skills but also professional competencies. They also earn an AWS Certification, a recognized credential that validates their cloud computing expertise.
“We are very grateful to Chevron Philippines for their continued support. Programs like this are quite costly, and Chevron’s external support allows us to develop additional cohorts, enabling more students to participate and benefit from upskilling opportunities. We are also thrilled to have the opportunity to renew our partnership with Chevron,” said Sophia Fontanilla, board member of Edukasyon.ph.
“Reflecting on the success of last year’s cohort, we at Chevron Philippines firmly believe that cloud computing is crucial in shaping the future of aspiring Filipino professionals. We are deeply committed to supporting education and improving the livelihood of disadvantaged groups. We also extend our gratitude to Edukasyon.ph for this partnership, which will help us upskill more individuals,” said Raissa Bautista, CPI Corporate Affairs manager.
