4 reasons to invest in entry-level cloud talent

1. Entry-level talent is often “cloud-native,” principled, and ready to learn

Individuals starting their careers in cloud computing may not have a decade of on-the-job experience, but they won’t come on board with a decade’s worth of legacy thinking either. Precisely because they are new to the cloud, these individuals can help your company challenge outdated approaches and embrace change in the digital age.

Turn a scarcity of cloud skills into an opportunity by hiring, training, and retaining talent differently.

2. Get the best out of your employees

Hire individuals with various levels of experience, so that they can complement and learn from one another. When you support them with training and resources, they’ll perform better and stick around longer.

A lack of training investment is a leading cause of skills gaps.

1. 59% of IT decision makers approved training in 2019.

2. 94% of employees would stay at a company longer if it invested in their career development.

3. Investing in entry-level talent will save you time, money, and resources

The cloud skills gap can be costly, in more ways than one. By hiring entry-level talent, you can bridge your IT skills gap, help your company achieve its business objectives, and meet customer demands on time.

4. Your mixed team of diverse talent will help your organization thrive

Build teams with a range of skills, backgrounds, and experience, and you will see an immediate, positive impact on business decision-making and innovation. Your teams will be more resilient and won’t depend on a small number of irreplaceable employees.

Find highly motivated, entry-level cloud talent among AWS re/Start graduates.

AWS re/Start is a full-time, classroom-based development and training program that prepares individuals for entry-level cloud positions. It builds an inclusive and diverse pipeline of cloud talent by focusing on youth, military veterans, families, as well as unemployed or underemployed populations. AWS re/Start graduates pursue entry-level cloud roles in operations, site reliability, and infrastructure support.

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90% of organizations report severe shortages.
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Nearly 80% of IT decision makers say their teams lack the cloud computing skills they need.
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90% of organizations have adjusted project plans, delayed product or service releases, incurred costs, or lost revenue because of a lack of IT skills.

Research shows that diverse teams are smarter and more innovative.