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WHAT MAKES A CODE FIRST GIRLS GRADUATE DIFFERENT?

The key to meaningful workforce transformation isn’t just building technical skills; it’s shaping the next generation of leaders. Every graduate from our programmes is more than job-ready. They bring fresh perspectives, diverse experiences, and a problem-solving mindset that transforms teams from within.

But don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from our Code First Girls ambassadors, women who have lived the CFG journey and know exactly what makes them stand out.

We come with soft skills

Our graduates come from a wide range of professional backgrounds – from marketing and law to healthcare and education. They carry with them a wealth of experience that extends far beyond coding. Monica captures how this blend of human and technical skills helps CFG graduates stand out from day one.

"When you think of a new hire, you often picture someone with the technical know-how but lacking the wider professional skills. That is not us. We have built up resilience, problem-solving, and communication through our career journeys before tech. Whether it was leading a team, managing clients, or solving challenges in totally different industries, we bring a balance of technical skill and human skill to every project. By repackaging the skills that we already have, we can hit the ground running!"
Monica Escobar - CFG Ambassador
Monica, CFG Ambassador
Career switcher from education to systems engineer

We're driven and hardworking

A defining characteristic of the CFG community is determination. Many of our graduates have made the bold move to pivot into tech from entirely different industries. Maggie shares how this courage and drive translate into a motivated, adaptable, and highly committed workforce.

""Having come through a non-traditional route into tech means that we are open-minded, not afraid to take on challenges and bring a different perspective to the work landscape. We come with experiences that broaden the wealth of knowledge already present in an organisation. Determination doesn't stop there, we thrive to be the best we can be because of where we've come from".
Maggie, CFG Ambassador
Career switcher from healthcare to software engineer

We provide value from day one

CFG graduates are equipped with practical, employer-aligned training designed in collaboration with leading tech companies. From day one, they are ready to contribute – not just as learners, but as problem-solvers who understand the demands of modern engineering roles. Imane explains how this makes CFG talent uniquely prepared for impact.

"Our training does not stop once we leave the classroom. We are taught to apply what we learn in real-world contexts, working on projects that mirror what employers need right now. That means when we walk into your organisation, we are already thinking like engineers, data analysts, and problem solvers."
Imane, CFG Ambassdaor
Switched from graduating in humanities to software engineer

We are supported by a one-of-a-kind community

The CFG experience doesn’t end at graduation. Every learner becomes part of a 250,000-strong global community that supports, uplifts, and opens doors for one another. Miranda highlights how this powerful network ensures that when companies hire a CFG graduate, they gain access to an entire ecosystem of support and innovation.

"Behind every graduate, there is a powerful network. The Code First Girls community is more than 250,000 strong, spanning industries, job roles, and countries. We support each other, share knowledge, and lift each other up. When you hire one of us, you’re not just welcoming an individual; you’re tapping into an entire movement of women in tech who are reshaping the future of the industry."
Miranda, CFG Ambassador
Switched from studying social policy to full stack software enginneer

We love to learn and are quick to apply our skills

The tech landscape evolves fast, and CFG graduates are built to evolve with it. They approach challenges with curiosity and agility, continuously learning new tools, languages, and frameworks to stay ahead. Natalie describes how this growth mindset makes CFG graduates long-term assets to any organisation.

“We’ve had to learn a lot and quickly to acquire the skills and knowledge needed for our new careers. We’re used to dealing with uncertainty and have proven experience adapting to new situations and technology. We have a love of learning and continue to seek new opportunities to further our knowledge and upskill so we can continue adding value to your organisation.”
Natalie - CFG Ambassador
Natalie, CFG Ambassador
Switched from studying computer science to software engineer

Our clients agree...

“I’ve been deeply impressed by our latest cohort of Code First Girls. Without exception, they’ve been highly motivated, dedicated to their new career paths and an absolute asset to our organisation. Their previous life and career experience serves them all very well and they hit the ground running from the start. It’s also a great way to increase diversity in our engineering teams. I hope they all choose to continue their careers with us. “
Sian-Nia Davies
Chief Digital, Data and Technology Officer at IPO

More then just tech talent

Code First Girls graduates are diverse across every measure, including gender, ethnicity, socio-economic background, and neurodiversity. We have been carefully shortlisted to align with your culture and trained with an industry-leading, employer-aligned curriculum.

When you hire a CFG graduate, you are not just filling a vacancy. You are investing in someone who will bring resilience, loyalty, and innovation to your team from day one. Because we are not your average tech employees. We are Code First Girls.

GET IN TOUCH WITH CODE FIRST GIRLS

Get in touch with Code First Girls to learn more about how we can help you build a diverse talent pipeline, and upskill your employees, to create a future-ready workforce.

TECH HIRING IN PORTUGAL

TUI leveraged our program to hire Junior Software Developers from a cohort with 75% career switchers and 100% non-computer science backgrounds.

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HIRING TECH TALENT IN GERMANY

Commerce Tools used our programme to hire entry-level tech talent for Junior Software Engineering and Junior Site Reliability Engineering roles.

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ROLLS-ROYCE HIRING IN THE USA

Rolls-Royce exceeded hiring targets by 150%, bringing in software engineers, data ops managers, and scrum managers, with 83% from underrepresented ethnicities and 50% first-generation university attendees.

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OPPORTUNITIES IN TECH IN INDIA

CLASSES TO CFGDEGREE: HIRING IN INDIA

Unilever leveraged our pipeline to place CFGdegree graduates in roles like Solutions Factory DevOps Specialist and Solutions Factory ML Ops Specialist.

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TECH TALENT PIPELINES IN SINGAPORE

The Economist’s program supported tech pipelines with 78% oversubscription, drawing a cohort of 84% beginner-level women, 69% from underrepresented ethnicities, and 44% career switchers.

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TRAINING TECH TALENT IN HILVERSUM

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TECH HIRING IN KRAKOW AND WARSAW

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FROM BEGINNER TO SKILLED IN HUNGARY

Morgan Stanley used our program to hire entry-level software engineers from a cohort with 99% underrepresented ethnicities and 85% career-focused participants.

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FINDING TECH TALENT IN poland

Goldman Sachs used our oversubscribed program to hire in Poland and the UK, drawing from a cohort with 63% career switchers and 44% first-generation university attendees.

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TECH TOPICS UNLOCKED IN SWITZERLAND

Credit Suisse enhanced its employer brand and hiring pipeline by training a cohort that was 81% new to tech, 63% from underrepresented ethnicities, and 61% career switchers.

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FINDING SOFTWARE ENGINEERS IN SPAIN

Skyscanner’s pipeline achieved a 4% year-over-year increase in women in tech roles, with 62% beginner-level participants and 85% career switchers.

HIRING TECH TALENT IN SPAIN

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CLOSING THE TALENT GAP IN GERMANY

Capgemini’s pilot program closed Germany’s talent gap, placing 80+ graduates globally and generating job-ready candidates for junior infrastructure admin roles.

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UNLOCKING TECH TALENT IN POLAND

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ENTRY-LEVEL TALENT IN THE NETHERLANDS

Booking.com used our program to hire junior software engineers from a cohort with 94% underrepresented ethnicities and 50% career switchers.