Past programs

Programs that supported
technology talent and ecosystems.

iCog Labs has also worked as a builder of people and ecosystems: makers programs, innovation competitions, and practical pathways for young technologists to enter real AI work.

Status
Program archive
Scope
Programs and initiatives
Next
Full timelines and outcomes

Past programs and ecosystem initiatives.

  1. 2015
    01
    Makers initiative

    iCog Makers

    A pan-African makers program spanning partner universities in Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Kenya, built to strengthen hardware fluency alongside software and AI work.

    Archive in progress
  2. 2018
    02
    Innovation platform

    Solve IT

    A nationwide innovation competition supported by partners including the US Embassy in Addis Ababa and JICA, focused on decentralizing technology entrepreneurship in Ethiopia.

    Program record in progress
  3. 2013+
    03
    Talent pipeline

    Training and apprenticeship cohorts

    Internal mentorship and practical training tracks that helped young engineers, researchers, and builders enter applied AI work through real projects.

    Timeline in progress

Current opportunities are listed on the careers page.

For current roles, internships, and application details, use the careers section as the source of truth.

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