Digital & Career Navigators
Build foundational digital skills and chart your career path — with free one-on-one guidance, hands-on workshops, and a support network designed for your success.
Get Started — It's FreeYour Gateway to a Meaningful Career
The Digital & Career Navigators program is the entry point into the MLK Gandhi Empowerment Initiative. Participants receive personalized career coaching, digital literacy training, and guided support to identify their career goals and build a realistic pathway into the workforce.
Whether you're just getting comfortable with a computer or ready to plan your next professional move, our navigators meet you where you are and walk with you every step of the way.
We also provide dedicated tech support to every participant — from troubleshooting device issues and software setup to connectivity problems and account access. Our support team ensures that technical barriers never stand between you and your progress.
Skills, Support & Direction
Personalized Career Coaching
Work one-on-one with a career navigator to assess your skills, define your goals, and map a clear path forward in the industry.
Digital Literacy Foundations
Gain confidence with essential computer skills, internet navigation, professional email, cloud-based tools, and workplace technology.
Resume & Interview Prep
Build a polished, career-ready resume and practice interview skills with coaching tailored to the roles you're targeting.
Professional Networking
Connect with industry professionals, community partners, and fellow participants through events, workshops, and mentorship opportunities.
Guided Career Pathways
Explore career tracks in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more — with clear guidance on the training and certifications to get you there.
Free Equipment Access
Borrow a laptop and get the tools you need to participate fully, so technology is never a barrier to your progress.
The Navigator Experience
Assessment & Goal Setting
Meet your career navigator for an initial skills assessment and goal-setting session. Together you'll identify where you are, where you want to go, and what it'll take to get there.
Digital Literacy Training
Build essential computer skills through guided workshops — from basic navigation and email to cloud tools, file management, and online safety.
Resume, LinkedIn & Interview Coaching
Develop a professional resume, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and practice interview techniques tailored to the tech roles on your career map.
Career Pathway Mapping
Explore career tracks in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more — with your navigator helping you match your interests to in-demand fields.
Transition to Warp Tech Training
With your foundations set and your career path defined, your navigator helps you enroll into our Warp Tech Training program to start building job-ready technical skills.
Open to Anyone Ready to Build a Career
The Digital & Career Navigators program is open to all adults in the greater Seattle and King County area looking to build digital skills and explore career opportunities — regardless of background, experience level, or education.
This program is a great fit if you are:
Common Questions
Is the program really free?
Yes — 100% free. The MLK Gandhi Empowerment Initiative is fully funded through federal, state, and local grants. There are no tuition costs, fees, or hidden charges.
Do I need any prior experience?
Not at all. This program is designed to meet you where you are — whether that's learning to use a mouse or refining your LinkedIn profile for a career pivot.
What if I don't have a computer?
We provide loaner laptops to participants who need them. Technology access should never be a barrier to building your future.
How long is the program?
The Navigator track is self-paced and flexible to fit your schedule. Your career navigator will work with you to set a timeline that matches your goals.
What happens after I complete the Navigator program?
Graduates are guided into our Warp Tech Training program (Service Unit 2), where you'll build hands-on technical skills in AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more.
Are services available in languages other than English?
Yes — we offer multilingual support to ensure language is not a barrier. Our team works with participants in the language they're most comfortable with.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Take the first step toward a career in technology. Our navigators are ready to help you build your path — at no cost to you.