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Code Platoon Code Platoon transforms Veterans and military spouses into software developers through an immersive, After 24 months, their median salary is $96,000.

Code Platoon helps Veterans, active duty Servicemembers, and military spouses transition into the civilian workforce by providing technical training and career placement. Our training programs are designed specifically for members of the military community. They feature immersive curriculums combined with career preparation and coaching, professional networking, and opportunities for paid apprenti

ceships after graduation. Since Code Platoon launched in 2016, we have graduated more than 200 students into new careers in software engineering. More than 80% of our graduates are employed within six months of completion. Our graduates are more than simply employed; they have a median salary of $72,000 within six months of graduation. GI BILL® IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA). MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EDUCATION BENEFITS OFFERED BY VA ARE AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICIAL U.S. GOVERNMENT WEBSITE AT WWW.BENEFITS.VA.GOV/GIBILL


Code Platoon is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

What does the impact of Code Platoon look like ten years later?It looks like alumni like Daniel Reither.Daniel went from...
09/01/2026

What does the impact of Code Platoon look like ten years later?

It looks like alumni like Daniel Reither.

Daniel went from serving as a Marine Corps officer to becoming a software engineer at CACI. But his Code Platoon story didn’t end when he landed his first job in tech.

He has continued to give back—mentoring, supporting, and helping create opportunities for the Veterans and military spouses following behind him.
As Daniel puts it, it’s about “sending the ladder back down.”

Read Daniel’s story and see how one Code Platoon graduate is carrying the mission forward: https://bit.ly/3So6ayp

Want to hear more stories from Code Platoon alumni from across our first ten years?

Join us at Celebrate Code Platoon on September 23 at City Winery Chicago as we celebrate a decade of impact—and the community that made it possible.

🎟️ Get your tickets for Celebrate Code Platoon: https://bit.ly/3TbPkTz

Thank you, Sofija!This summer, Sofija brought thoughtful, high-impact work to the Career Services team as our AI Fellow,...
08/31/2026

Thank you, Sofija!

This summer, Sofija brought thoughtful, high-impact work to the Career Services team as our AI Fellow, building automation systems that made finding and tracking job opportunities faster and more efficient. Here's what she had to say about her time at Code Platoon:

➡️ How would you describe your experience working at Code Platoon?
"My experience at Code Platoon was both a learning and collaborative experience. From the beginning, I noticed how different it was to work at a nonprofit, where the mission is at the center of everything. I saw how the team truly supports and celebrates each other’s wins."

➡️ What projects did you work on during your internship, and which one are you most proud of?
"I worked on two automation systems for the Career Services team. The first helped Code Platoon find relevant job opportunities more efficiently, while the second expanded that process across 30+ employer career sites and applicant tracking systems. I’m especially proud of the first because it challenged me the most and taught me so much. Kathryn’s feedback and guidance played a huge role in my growth."

➡️ What was it like working with the team at Code Platoon?
"I felt supported from every direction. Although I primarily worked with one team, I had the opportunity to learn from and connect with people across the organization. I especially enjoyed getting to know my fellow interns and the rest of the team."

➡️ What's one thing you'll take away from this internship?
"One of my biggest takeaways is that professionalism and compassion can go hand in hand. You can hold yourself to a high professional standard while still leading with empathy, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to helping others."

➡️ Is there anything else you’d like to share about your experience?
"I’m deeply grateful for this experience. Everyone I worked with treated me with genuine respect and made me feel supported throughout the internship. I’m leaving Code Platoon with new skills, meaningful relationships, and a much greater appreciation for the work that nonprofits do."

Thank you for everything, Sofija. We're proud of the work you put in this summer!

That's a wrap, Arish! 🎉Arish Singhvi spent his summer with us as an AI Fellow, building tools that made a real, measurab...
08/28/2026

That's a wrap, Arish! 🎉

Arish Singhvi spent his summer with us as an AI Fellow, building tools that made a real, measurable impact across the Code Platoon team, from automating workflows to developing custom AI assistants.

As his fellowship comes to a close, we asked Arish to reflect on his time at Code Platoon. Here's what he had to say:

➡️ How would you describe your experience working at Code Platoon? "It's been great. Everyone was really rooting for me from the beginning and did whatever they could to make sure I had the best experience possible."

➡️ What projects did you work on during your fellowship, and which one are you most proud of? "I worked on drafting an AI policy for Code Platoon, building an email assistant, automating workflows that previously relied on third-party tools, building an AI Trello assistant, a career services contact-sourcing AI tool, and a HubSpot AI assistant. I'm not sure I have one I'm most proud of, but I'd say the most valuable part was the experience I gained building AI workflows throughout the fellowship."

➡️ What was it like working with the team at Code Platoon? "It was phenomenal. I worked with a lot of people across different teams, and they were always super cooperative and helpful."

➡️ What's one thing you'll take away from this fellowship that you'll carry into your next opportunity? "The way the team works together as a cohesive unit. There are a lot of different teams — marketing, development, career services, recruiting, and more — but everyone stays in constant communication to get things done in the most effective way possible, even with almost everyone working remotely. They also seem to genuinely enjoy working with each other."

➡️ Is there anything else you'd like to share about your experience? "I really appreciate the effort everyone on the team put in to make this experience as great as it was for me."

Thank you for everything, Arish! We're proud of the work you put in this summer and wish you the best in what's next.

That's a wrap, Grayson! 🎉Grayson Groves spent his summer with us as a Marketing & Insights Intern, diving into competiti...
08/27/2026

That's a wrap, Grayson! 🎉

Grayson Groves spent his summer with us as a Marketing & Insights Intern, diving into competitive research, supporting day-to-day marketing projects, and learning new tools along the way.

As his internship comes to a close, we asked Grayson to reflect on his time at Code Platoon. Here's what he had to say:

➡️ What was it like working with the team at Code Platoon?
"Positive! Excellent on the communication side. It seemed like everyone really enjoys their work and working with others."

➡️ What was the main project you worked on, and which are you most proud of?
"The main project I worked on was my competitor funnel audit, where I compared Code Platoon to other organizations in the field to see where we're strongest and where we have opportunities to improve. It's the project I'm most proud of, though helping the team with day-to-day tasks was great too. I got exposed to a lot of useful platforms like HubSpot, Canva, and Trello."

➡️ What's one thing you'll take away from this internship that you'll carry into your next opportunity?
"I think the technical experience I gained across many areas, from developing my project to learning new work platforms, will be helpful in any opportunity I pursue moving forward."

➡️ Is there anything else you'd like to share about your experience?
"I would definitely recommend this internship opportunity to anyone interested in marketing. It's been a great way to learn more about the field and gain hands-on experience."

Thank you for everything, Grayson! We're proud of the work you put in this summer and wish you the best in what's next.

Ten years of Code Platoon wouldn’t have been possible without the volunteers and partners who have invested their time, ...
08/25/2026

Ten years of Code Platoon wouldn’t have been possible without the volunteers and partners who have invested their time, expertise, and energy in our mission.

Few partners embody that commitment more than Accenture, our Volunteer Partner of the Decade.

Over the years, Accenture volunteers have shown up for our students and our mission in meaningful ways—sharing their expertise, mentoring members of our community, and helping Code Platoon grow its impact.

Read the story of Accenture’s partnership with Code Platoon and why we’re recognizing them as our Volunteer Partner of the Decade: https://bit.ly/4qzymL8

Then, be in the room when we honor Accenture live at Celebrate Code Platoon on September 23 at City Winery Chicago.

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4xX1UVn

Getting the technical skills is only part of launching a career in tech. You also need to know how to tell the story of ...
08/19/2026

Getting the technical skills is only part of launching a career in tech. You also need to know how to tell the story of what you bring to the table.

At Code Platoon, our Career Services team works with students and alumni to translate their military experience, new technical skills, and unique strengths into a story employers understand—from resumes and LinkedIn profiles to interviews and the job search itself.

And that support doesn’t end at graduation. We’re here to help our alumni build careers in tech—and keep growing once they get there.

Our latest blog takes you behind the scenes of Career Services at Code Platoon and the role the team plays in helping our graduates make the transition from military service to tech.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4gnsAaN

Ten years ago, Code Platoon started with a bet: that Veterans and military spouses had the skills, drive, and potential ...
08/18/2026

Ten years ago, Code Platoon started with a bet: that Veterans and military spouses had the skills, drive, and potential to build meaningful careers in tech—and that the right training and community could help unlock that potential.

Founding board member Jill Greer was there from the beginning.

In our latest Ten Years. One Mission. story, Jill reflects on the early decisions that shaped Code Platoon, the principles that have endured, and why the organization still works the way it was built.

Read Ten Years In: Jill Greer on the Bet That Became Code Platoon: https://bit.ly/4x9wzit

Then join us for the next chapter: Celebrate Code Platoon, September 23, 2026, at City Winery Chicago. RSVP for Celebrate Code Platoon: https://bit.ly/4bScR2e

We’re proud to see Code Platoon recognized among some of the nation’s leading coding bootcamps in the 2026 Course Report...
08/17/2026

We’re proud to see Code Platoon recognized among some of the nation’s leading coding bootcamps in the 2026 Course Report and SwitchUp rankings.

But rankings only tell part of the story. What matters most is the experience students have once they get here—from the quality of the curriculum and instructors to the support they receive preparing for their next career.

Explore the comparison to see how Code Platoon stacks up across ratings, curriculum, job support, instructors, and overall rankings.

⭐ 4.97 Course Report rating
⭐ 4.98 SwitchUp rating
🏆 #3 Best Coding Bootcamp on SwitchUp
🏆 5.0 ratings for both Curriculum and Instructors on Course Report

For Veterans and military spouses considering a career in tech, choosing the right training program matters. We’re proud of what our students and alumni say about theirs.

Ten Years. One Mission. Ten years of stories about what comes next.For Code Platoon alum Julian West, that story stretch...
08/10/2026

Ten Years. One Mission. Ten years of stories about what comes next.
For Code Platoon alum Julian West, that story stretches from working with mainframes during his military service to building a new career as a software engineer.

As we celebrate Code Platoon’s tenth anniversary, we’re catching up with alumni like Julian whose journeys reflect what our mission has always been about: helping Veterans and military spouses build the skills, confidence, and community to create their next chapter.

Read Julian’s story and learn about his path from mainframes to modern software engineering:
https://bit.ly/4q4jtQQ

And join us as we celebrate a decade of impact at Celebrate Code Platoon, Wednesday, September 23, at Chicago’s City Winery.

Details: https://bit.ly/4pZcB76

For many Veterans, the next mission starts with learning new skills. But the bigger transformation is discovering what's...
08/04/2026

For many Veterans, the next mission starts with learning new skills. But the bigger transformation is discovering what's possible.

As part of our Ten Years. One Mission. celebration, we're sharing the stories of the people who have shaped Code Platoon's first decade. In our latest alumni spotlight, Stephen Thomas Miller reflects on his journey from military service to a career in software engineering—and how Code Platoon helped him engineer his next chapter.

Stephen's story is a reminder that the impact of Code Platoon isn't measured only in code written or jobs earned. It's measured in lives changed and new futures built.

Read Stephen's story: https://bit.ly/4fJWupt

Then hear more about the impact Code Platoon has had during our first ten years at Celebrate Code Platoon on Wednesday, September 23 at Chicago's City Winery. Learn more and reserve your spot at https://bit.ly/4fF8vfN.

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