The Investor
03 Apr 2026, 13:27
Cognizant has been appointed as a strategic industry partner by the UK government for its TechFirst programme, aimed at expanding access to careers in the technology sector.
Working with the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Cognizant will support initiatives designed to build digital skills and talent pipelines, including providing work placements, mentoring, and volunteering opportunities.
Over the next four years, the partnership aims to support more than 4,000 graduates, researchers, and innovators, while reaching up to one million secondary school students across the UK. Cognizant plans to offer 100 student placements and contribute 1,000 volunteering hours to help develop future tech talent.
The collaboration is part of the UK’s broader AI-focused strategy to address skills gaps and strengthen the workforce needed for a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
PRNewswire
Working with the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Cognizant will support initiatives designed to build digital skills and talent pipelines, including providing work placements, mentoring, and volunteering opportunities.
Over the next four years, the partnership aims to support more than 4,000 graduates, researchers, and innovators, while reaching up to one million secondary school students across the UK. Cognizant plans to offer 100 student placements and contribute 1,000 volunteering hours to help develop future tech talent.
The collaboration is part of the UK’s broader AI-focused strategy to address skills gaps and strengthen the workforce needed for a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
PRNewswire