Months after the graduation of the second cohort of Amazon Web Services (AWS) re/Start scholars—sponsored by Chevron Philippines and delivered in collaboration with Edukasyon.ph—a majority of the 50 graduates have successfully transitioned into the workforce, marking a significant step forward in their professional journeys.
AWS re/Start graduates’ step into tech roles with in-demand digital skills.
AWS re/Start is a cohort-based workforce development program designed to prepare unemployed and underemployed individuals for entry-level cloud careers. The program equips learners with foundational knowledge in cloud computing, networking, storage, security, databases, and programming, while Edukasyon.ph provides job placement support by connecting graduates with local and international employers.
Just three months after completing the program, 62% of the scholars (31 graduates) have secured employment across diverse organizations—ranging from multinational corporations and government agencies to startups and non-profits. Notable employers include Samsung Research Philippines, CarParts.com, Fujitsu Singapore, Kyndryl Philippines, and the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT).
Of those employed, 80.64% are now working with Philippine-based organizations, while 19.36% have landed remote roles with international companies. Graduates have pursued careers in software development, systems and network infrastructure, data analysis, training and facilitation, business and program management, cloud support, quality assurance, and testing.
One of the graduates, Maria Adelide dela Cruz, shared how the program transformed her career path:
“What I love most about the AWS re/Start program is how it brought me closer to a career I once thought was out of reach. As a career shifter, it served as my guide toward the right path. While there’s still a long journey ahead, being on track gives me a sense of pride and fulfillment.”
Chevron Philippines expressed pride in the scholars’ achievements and reaffirmed its commitment to empowering communities:
“We are very proud and happy to see our graduates being employed in well-known organizations. It truly warms our hearts to witness our former scholars thriving and building promising futures for themselves. At Chevron, we are grateful to support and continue partnering with organizations that share our mission—to uplift communities and help those in need,” said Atty. Raissa Bautista, Senior Corporate Advisor of Chevron Philippines.
Through initiatives like AWS re/Start, Chevron Philippines continues to strengthen its advocacy for education, environmental protection, livelihood development, safety, and sustainability, underscoring the company’s vision of driving long-term progress through collaboration and social responsibility.