Digital Agency

The TU Digital Agency is a work-based learning program for youth with advanced software skills who learn differently. The program mirrors a real workplace while operating in a virtual environment.

Participants complete projects for real clients and receive a stipend for their contributions. Sessions are held weekly on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, after school hours. Each program cycle runs for 12 sessions, over 6 weeks.

Eligibility

In order to participate in Digital Agency, applicants must:

• Be between the ages of 16 and 24
• Have previous tech and/or design experience
• Complete and submit this application

Please note the following: This is a program for neurodiverse students and students who learn differently. Most eligible applicants will have an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or a 504 plan. If you do not have an IEP or 504 plan, please indicate your eligibility in the application.

Program Schedule

Meeting Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Meeting Times: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm EST
Location: Zoom

Winter 2026 Duration: February 3rd – March 19th, 2026

Winter 2026 Session Dates:

• February 3rd, 2026
• February 5th, 2026
• February 10, 2026
• February 12, 2026
• February 24, 2026
• February 26, 2026
• March 3, 2026
• March 5, 2026
• March 10, 2026
• March 12, 2026
• March 17, 2026
• March 19, 2026

Program Expectations

Conduct
All members of Digital Agency agree to adhere to the Tech Unlimited Student Handbook.

Attendance
Out of respect and accountability for their coworkers, full attendance at all sessions is expected. Existing commitments and unexpected absences should be communicated before the session whenever possible.

Stipend
Participants are eligible to earn a $120 stipend, determined by their attendance and participation.

Questions
If you have an questions, please email Lauren, the Digital Agency program administrator, at [email protected].