Are you a woman looking to break into the tech ecosystem, transition into a high-paying role, or master advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning engineering? Do you want to gain free, unrestricted access to top-tier technical education and earn globally recognized certifications without any financial barriers? Your ultimate launchpad is here.
Applications are officially open for the ShePlus Tech x DataCamp AI Scholarship Program 2026. This fully funded global initiative is powered by DataCamp Donates and implemented by ShePlus Tech, a global community dedicated to bridging the digital gender gap by providing women and girls with elite technology education, career pipelines, and digital empowerment. Successful scholars will receive 3 months of premium access to DataCamp’s world-class learning platform to build job-ready competencies.
Why It Matters
The global job market is shifting rapidly under the influence of artificial intelligence, large language models, and automated workflows. While the demand for skilled AI and Machine Learning engineers is skyrocketing, women remain drastically underrepresented in these advanced technical fields. The steep cost of premium data science education, combined with a lack of structured community support, often prevents brilliant women from transitioning into high-impact tech careers.
This scholarship program matters because it intentionally breaks down these systemic and financial barriers. By giving women free access to enterprise-grade AI training and global peer networks, ShePlus Tech and DataCamp are democratizing technical specialization. This initiative doesn’t just teach women how to use AI tools—it equips them to build, deploy, and maintain industrial AI infrastructure. This directly positions women to lead tech innovation, drive economic growth, and design the digital future of global industries.
Advanced AI Learning Pathways
Participants can choose to specialize in one of two deeply technical, high-demand tracks:
1. Machine Learning Engineer Track
Designed for individuals who want to master model mechanics and advance into specialized ML engineering roles.
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Core Focus: Machine learning model development and deployment.
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Curriculum Includes: Machine learning operations (MLOps), system monitoring and maintenance, Python-based ML workflows, data manipulation, and comprehensive model evaluation.
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Ideal for: Learners who already possess foundational programming or data knowledge and want to scale up to an engineering level.
2. Associate AI Engineer Track
Focused on enabling participants to build, test, and deploy modern, production-ready AI systems across industries.
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Core Focus: AI solution design and workflow integration.
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Curriculum Includes: Hands-on AI model deployment, Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering concepts, and practical AI engineering workflows.
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Ideal for: Beginners or tech enthusiasts with a strong logical drive who want to understand how cutting-edge AI software functions in production.
Benefits
Selected scholars will enter a resource-dense, flexible virtual environment designed to maximize career growth:
- 100% Fully Funded Access: Completely free access to the DataCamp Premium platform (normally a paid subscription) for 3 full months.
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Unlimited Course Library: Access to over 600 specialized technology courses, real-world data projects, and industry assessments.
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Globally Recognized Certifications: Earn official DataCamp certificates for eligible completed courses to validate your expertise on LinkedIn and resumes.
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Portfolio Building: Complete hands-on, industry-relevant projects to build a professional portfolio that attracts global employers.
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Global Community & Support: Plug directly into the international ShePlus Tech network for peer-to-peer learning, collaboration, and mentorship.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the 2026 cohort, applicants must meet the following baseline requirements:
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Gender & Age: Must identify as a woman between the ages of 18 and 55 years.
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Membership Status: Must be a registered member of the ShePlus Tech community. Crucial Note: You must use the exact same email address for your membership registration and this scholarship application.
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Technical Prerequisites: Possess beginner-level knowledge or a verified strong interest in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing, or Analytics.
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Infrastructure: Must have continuous access to a working laptop and a reliable, steady internet connection throughout the 3-month duration.
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Location: Must reside in a country where DataCamp services are actively available.
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Commitment: Must be passionate about digital growth and fully capable of completing at least one full DataCamp course within the 3-month program period.
Program Expectations & Documentation
To inspire more women to enter tech, selected scholars are expected to actively document and share their educational milestones, course progress, project builds, and career growth stories on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, or TikTok, ensuring they tag @ShePlusTech and @DataCamp.
How to Apply
Don’t let financial constraints or lack of access delay your technical growth. Verify your community email, select your engineering track, and claim your spot in the global AI revolution today.