Event Coverage
The launch of Breaking Into Tech: Internship as a Pathway, curated by marketing and growth leader Oluchukwu Chiadika, brought together over 200 technology professionals, enthusiasts, aspiring professionals, industry leaders and members of the wider tech ecosystem for an engaging conversation around career access and pathways into the technology industry.
The event was designed to go beyond the launch of a book. It created a space for attendees to learn from professionals who have navigated the early stages of their careers and to better understand how internships can provide practical entry points into competitive industries.
Throughout the event, conversations explored the realities of starting a career in technology, the importance of gaining relevant experience, building professional relationships and identifying opportunities that can accelerate career growth.
The book features the experiences of 20 professionals whose internship experiences played significant roles in their career journeys. Today, the contributors work across leading organisations including Flutterwave, Moniepoint, Paystack, PiggyVest and TechCabal, providing readers with practical perspectives on how their careers developed.
The event also brought together contributors and members of the technology ecosystem, giving attendees an opportunity to connect with experienced professionals and fellow career builders.
With more than 200 people participating, the launch demonstrated the growing interest in practical pathways into technology and the need for more conversations that make career opportunities, experiences and professional networks more accessible.
The event was also covered by Vanguard, which highlighted the strong attendance and conversations around career access generated by the book launch.