Microsoft Learn Career Connected

Microsoft partners and customers need people who have the skills to help expand their business. With the knowledge you’ve acquired from the classroom or in your career so far, we can help you get the technical skills you need, meet the employers that are hiring, and get the job you want.

Are you an educator? Are you an employer?

Four steps to your new or next career

Microsoft Learn Career Connected currently brings together job seekers and companies looking for people interested in Dynamics 365, Azure, Azure Data, Azure AI, security / cybersecurity, or Power Platform.

  • Explore Career Paths

    Learn about different careers and the learning needed to develop the skills to be successful.

  • Get Prepared

    Get prepared for your next role through different programs to fit your learning style and schedule.

  • Get Connected

    Connect directly with Microsoft partners and customers looking to hire people with recently acquired skills in Microsoft technologies.

Step 1: Explore career paths

Microsoft technologies are used by our customers and partners to run everything from your local coffee shop to building spaceships. Functional consultants, data analysts, security engineers, and developers, are just some of the roles that are in high demand. Whatever your interests, let us help you find the right career path for you.

Explore career paths
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Step 2: Get prepared

Our Microsoft Learn Career Connected program provides various methods that allow you to level up your skills to prepare for your new career path.  If you are someone that learns best at your own pace, you can utilize Microsoft Learn to increase your skills. If you prefer to learn through a more structured approach, we have organizations that can recruit and train, learning partners to teach you new skills, local universities, nonprofits, and other programs that can help you prepare for your new career. You choose the best way to get the skills for your new career.

  • FDM

    We recruit, train and deploy individuals to work with our clients around the world, creating careers.

  • Catalyte

    Our programs offer life-changing opportunities for anyone, regardless of background or prior experience.

  • Revolent

    Our two-year program combines training, certification, and paid work experience with our clients. And best of all—you get paid through it all.

  • Modern Talent Hub

    Find your ideal Business Applications career in the Microsoft Partner Ecosystem in Spain, Denmark, Norway, or Sweden.

  • Experis ManpowerGroup

    Every day, we connect people to meaningful work across a wide range of skills and industries helping to power the success of clients around the world.

  • Microsoft Military Affairs

    Transform your military experience into a career in IT. MSSA offers 17-week technical training customized for in-demand careers.

  • General Assembly

    We are pioneers in education and career transformation, specializing in today's most in-demand skills.

  • Akkodis

    We help companies by offering comprehensive tech and engineering expertise and end-to-end talent management services to gain a competitive edge.

  • TechFluent

    Our mission is to reduce income inequality in under-resourced communities across the United States by training and mentoring the next generation of tech rockstars.

  • 365 Talent Portal

    Your trusted guide to Microsoft Career Success. Build your career plan, get trained flexibly and be empowered to find a job.

  • University of Arizona

    The College of Applied Science and Technology's Applied Computing program prepares you with critical skills to lead and innovate in the IT industry.

  • foundit

    foundit, formerly Monster, is a global platform that brings together job seekers and employers.

  • NPower Canada

    NPower Canada’s comprehensive curriculum ensures participants are equipped with the in-demand technical and professional skills most sought after by industry.

  • Oakton College

    Oakton College specializes in providing Computer Information Systems career and technical education programs to a diverse set of students in Illinois and remotely.

  • Broward College

    Broward College, located in Florida, is one of the top community colleges and has received mutiple Finalist with Distinction awards in the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

  • Pivot

    We have built our service offering to specifically address the shortage of IT credentialed professionals in Australia and New Zealand. Our aim is to offer fully qualified consultants that can be billable from day 1. We are able to customize any training course to suit your needs.

  • _nology

    _nology creates tech talent for the sector and prides itself on its 48% representation of women in technology spaces. We find high-potential, diverse people from nontraditional backgrounds and equip them with the skills to become Software & Cloud Engineers.

  • University of Calgary

    The University of Calgary is a global intellectual hub located in Canada’s most enterprising city.

  • Microsoft Power Up Program

    The Microsoft Power Up Program offers self-paced online courses where individuals and groups can learn low-code technology using the Power Platform.

Step 3: Optimize your LinkedIn profile

This LinkedIn Learning course shows you how to make the most of your LinkedIn account. Learn how to build a stellar LinkedIn profile, expand your network, look for new career opportunities, and get noticed by employers.

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Step 4: Get connected

Join our dedicated LinkedIn community to access resources, share insights and experiences, and meet Microsoft partners and customers in the group that are looking to hire. people who have recently acquired skills in Dynamics 365, Azure, Azure Data, Azure AI, security / cybersecurity, or Power Platform.

Once you are skilled in Dynamics 365, Azure, Azure Data, Azure AI, security / cybersecurity, or Power Platform, you can connect with Microsoft partners and customers who are hiring. Join our LinkedIn community and get access to resources, insights, and experiences.

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Meet the Microsoft customers and partners looking to hire you

In the United States

  • Hitachi

    Find your perfect passion—and make a difference. Your talent and desire plus or global commitment equals a better planet.

  • Wipfli

    Our mission is to enable individuals and organizations to achieve their full potential, empowered by the security of a stable foundation.

  • Stoneridge Software

    Our mission at Stoneridge is to help clients win – through intentional leadership, thoughtful teaching, and eye-opening possibilities.

  • JourneyTEAM

    JourneyTEAM helps businesses scale and reduce costs with the effective use of technology.

  • Western Computer

    We believe that innovation should never stop, nor should our commitment to the success of our customers.

  • Mazars

    We take pride in empowering our people, clients and industry to achieve their potential and do the right thing. 

  • sa.global

    We are a dynamic organization that offers growth opportunities and a strong ethical culture.

  • Avantiico

    As a Microsoft Gold Partner based in the US, Avantiico helps enterprise organizations move, operate, and innovate in the Microsoft Cloud.

  • Alithya

    A trusted leader in strategy and digital transformation, employing a dedicated and highly skilled workforce of 3,900 professionals worldwide.

  • Forvis LLP

    We are FORVIS: Client-focused accounting and advisory services that help drive business forward.

  • Atmosera

    Recognized global leader in Azure: AppDev, DataMod, Managed Azure & Security services.

  • enVista

    enVista has deep expertise in Microsoft consulting, implementations, development, technical support and operations.

  • AlphaBOLD

    An innovative technology consultant focusing on building solutions that overcome the modern challenges faced by our customers.

  • Lumen Technologies

    Lumen connects the world. We digitally connect people, data and applications – quickly, securely and effortlessly.

  • EY

    Consulting firm

  • Actalent

    We are a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. Actalent connects companies with the leaders and talented experts.

  • Comcentia

    Comcentia is an IT consulting services. We provide DevOps, Microsoft D365 System Implement, and IT Technical Staffing.

  • AG Grace

    We implement solutions that provide quick response capability, Adaptive Defense and real time monitoring to discover, detect, analyze and mitigate threats and reduce vulnerabilities.

  • LRT Associates

    We are a consulting and technology company focused on delivering IT solutions for government HR organizations. We provide strategy design, technology solutions, project management, and change management.

In other parts of the world

  • Innofactor

    We build services and solutions that help our customers succeed and make work and life better across the Nordics.

  • HSO

    We help companies modernize business operations—accelerating the impact of digital transformation.

  • Prodware

    We empower our customers to deliver high performance through our unique end-to-end value proposition that spans from business consulting to managed services leveraging Microsoft’s advanced technology.

  • Columbus

    Our goal is to be our clients' trusted digital advisors by creating more value in our customers' digital transformation journey and to develop life-time partnerships.

  • Scales A/S

    SCALES is the largest Nordic Microsoft Dynamics 365 partner.

  • Infoavan

    Infoaván is a Spanish Microsoft Gold Partner company, located in Madrid that was born in 2004 and offers technology consulting services, information systems

  • Axazure

    We're changing the way of doing consultancy by inspiring our clients and our professionals with a new level of customer and employee experience.

  • Avanade

    At Avanade, our vision is to advance the world through the power of people and Microsoft. We do what matters to make a genuine human impact.

  • Kick ICT Group LTD

    One of the UK’s leading independent ICT services businesses, we are always looking for talented, creative and innovative people.

  • Addpro Danmark A/S

    As a part of ITM8 group, Addpro Danmark is devoted to scale our ERP initiative as we strive to improve our people and culture satisfaction.

  • Boyum IT

    A global award-winning solutions provider for supply chain management with over 25 years of ERP experience and customers in over 125 countries.

  • Vektus

    As an impartial advisor, we create the framework for the best ERP solutions based on Business Central Cloud and independent apps

  • Gestisoft Inc.

    Join Gestisoft and become an expert in digital transformation; a great place to work without routine.

  • WebSan Solutions Inc

    WebSan Solutions Inc. is a multi-award winning company recognized for its top-notch customer service and software solutions. With offices in Canada and the US, we are a premier Microsoft GOLD Dynamics Certified Partner and IT consulting and solutions provider bringing decades of combined experience in the areas of ERP, and IT consulting.

  • Azzure IT

    Azzure IT/Content+Cloud are a leading provider of Microsoft Dynamics Business Central solutions throughout the UK into Manufacturing, Distribution and Professional Services sectors. We pride ourselves on the depth of skills and knowledge within our team enabling us to provide excellent levels of service to our clients.

  • SwissSalary Ltd.

    An experienced and highly motivated team active in the payroll industry. Energized through our teamwork, we create innovative products that our end users love.

  • TRIMIT

    As an international company, at TRIMIT, we know that even great technology can’t be better than our +125 employees, with different backgrounds and cultures representing us.

  • acadon

    The wood cloud: IT services for timber & wood companies

  • Axians

    The goal of Axians Infoma is to consciously design the digital transformation in such a way that municipal administrations and churches can effectively use their opportunities and possibilities.

  • Logol

    Logol pursues the goal of accompanying businesses on the path to digital transformation without any compromise.

  • SOTHIS

    To live up to our quality standard, it takes more than good technology. It's our employees who make the difference.

  • 4PS

    Our ERP system 4PS Construct is an innovative, integrated software solution that supports all primary business processes within the construction industry.

  • 2at

    We want to enable the public sector to realize their contribution to our society faster, smarter and simpler.

  • SOCITAS GmbH & Co. KG

    Socitas supports over 300 national and global clients, advising, implementing, and supporting their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central migrations.

  • B.i.Team

    IT consulting for Microsoft Business Central and Data Intelligence since 1996

  • Dharma

    Our purpose is to simplify technology through cloud services, data analytics, and automation.

  • Maureen Data Systems, Inc

    Maureen Data Systems (MDS) digitally transforms classified or unclassified environments using cloud infrastructure, security, compliance and governance, data analytics, and command & control managed services.

  • Applab

    IT Software Service Provider

  • Adonai Corporation

    Adonai Corporation we are your one stop shop for all your Microsoft solutions. Our advisory services cut across all Microsoft solutions.

  • Troinet

    We are Microsoft Strategic consultants that provide technical services to allow companies to automate and simplify their operations.

  • Insight

    Insight Enterprises, Inc. is a Fortune 500 solutions integrator helping organizations accelerate their digital journey to modernize their business and maximize the value of technology. Insight’s technical expertise spans cloud and edge-based transformation solutions, with global scale and optimization built on 33+ years of deep partnerships with the world’s leading and emerging technology providers.

  • Altum Solutions

    Altum Solutions is a global IT company specializing in digital transformation, offering services in change management, agile training, UI/UX design, data analytics, and staff augmentation.

  • Williams Lea

    Williams Lea is the global provider of tech-enable business support services to financial, legal and professional services firms. We are experts in delivering efficient business processes in complex and highly regulated environments. We connect people, processes, and technology to manage documents and streamline key back-office functions.

  • Eng4Tech

    A technology and innovation company in Brazil, aiming to be the most capable in Microsoft solutions for SMEs and SMBs in our region.

  • foundit

    foundit, formerly Monster (APAC & ME), is a leading talent platform offering comprehensive employment solutions to recruiters and job seekers across APAC & ME. Over the last two decades, the company has been a catalyst in the world of recruitment solutions. Today, foundit is committed to enabling and connecting the right talent with the right opportunities.

  • Xencia Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.,

    Xencia is a Born in the Cloud Company that helps organizations in seamless public cloud adoption. We leverage our cloud services competencies to help you focus on your core competence. We UNLEASH THE POWER OF CLOUD with our cloud adoption framework named XEN consisting of cloud solutions, methodologies and solution accelerators to cover the entire cloud adoption lifecycle. Xencia is a leading expert in cloud services and solutions. We offer cloud services and cloud collaboration solutions based on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. We are an Advanced Microsoft Gold Certified Partner with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure, Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft 365. Xencia was founded in 2010. We have our offices and delivery centers in Bengaluru and Chennai.

  • TVS Next

    We help high growth enterprises ideate, build, and scale transformational outcomes that propel them towards a better future.

  • EMIS Health India Pvt Ltd

    We’re the UK leader in clinical IT systems for joined-up patient care. Our systems are used by over 10,000 healthcare organisations from GP practices to hospitals, pharmacies to community services.

  • MLAI DIGITAL PVT LTD

    We, MLAI Digital Ltd, an Artificial Intelligence FINTECH providing Various Cognitive Products well suited for major BFSI Institutions in India.

  • TD SYNNEX

    We’re TD SYNNEX, a leading IT distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem

  • CGI

    Founded in 1976, CGI is among the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. We are insights-driven and outcomes-based to help accelerate returns on your investments. Across 21 industries in 400 locations worldwide, we provide comprehensive, scalable and sustainable IT and business consulting services that are informed globally and delivered locally.

  • Hexaware Technologies Ltd

    At Hexaware, we're not just a global technology and business process services company; we're a community of 27,000 Hexawarians dedicated to one singular purpose: creating smiles through the power of great people and technology. With a presence in 40+ offices across 19 countries, we empower enterprises worldwide to embark on their digital transformation journey with unparalleled scale and speed. Specializing in Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Travel, Transportation, Manufacturing & Consumer, Application Transformation, Enterprise Solutions, BI & Analytics, Digital Assurance, Infrastructure Management Services, Business Process Services., Professional Services, Automation, Cloud, and Customer experience.

  • Wipro

    Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With nearly 245,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our clients, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. Wipro is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and makes all employment and employment-related decisions without regard to a person's race, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

  • Hays

    Hays’ Skills & Learning initiative aims to bridge talent gaps by upskilling and training undiscovered talent. Their innovative approach ensures fair, inclusive hiring based on core skills and potential.

  • Delaware

    Delaware is a global consultancy that partners with leading technology providers such as Microsoft to deliver advanced digital solutions.

  • Blue Source Group

    BSG is a Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) certified firm headquartered in Maryland with tremendous knowledge and experience serving federal, state, and local clients. From our inception, BSG has been committed to offering high-quality Information Technology (IT) products and professional services nationwide. We do this by partnering with some of the leading manufacturers of IT Products in the industry, like Microsoft.

  • Capgemini

    Capgemini partners with companies to transform and manage their business by unlocking the value of technology.

  • Compu Train

    Professional Development & Training Solutions Consulting firm.

  • Ministry of Justice/Justice Digital

    We work for the Ministry of Justice of the UK under the Technology services umbrella - providing onsite IT support for the business and users across a range of areas.

  • Pipeline

    Since 1991 Pipeline offers innovative technological solutions to support growth and digitalization of customers. We create integrated cloud, on-premise and hybrid solutions, offering both infrastructure and data center design services, cutting-edge technologies, IT management services and system assistance. We are leaders in IT training thanks to a team of trainers certified on Microsoft and other technologies and we are also a PearsonVue testing center.

  • Sector Ware

    Sectorware an information technology company that focuses on sector specific software solutions.

  • Maright Consulting

    Maright Consulting is an IT firm dedicated to helping businesses and organizations optimize their technology and digital operations. With a team of experienced consultants and trainers, we provide a wide range of services and solutions designed to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.

Microsoft Learn Career Connected FAQ

What is Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

Microsoft Learn Career Connected brings together skilling organizations, newly skilled job-seekers, and employers in need of talent to create a community of connection where people can discover opportunity, further develop skills, build relationships, and hire the right people for the right roles.

Is Microsoft Learn Career Connected available globally?

Yes, Microsoft Learn Career Connected welcomes job seekers and employers from around the world.

What type of job seekers can join Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

Whether you are looking for a career change, reentering the work force, finishing up college, or starting from scratch, there's an opportunity for you. This program is intended to support the development of individuals new to Microsoft technologies – individuals with less than six months of professional technical experience in Dynamics 365, Azure, Azure Data, Azure AI, security / cybersecurity, or Power Platform.

What are the requirements for joining the Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

This group is for job seekers who are interested in a technology career and have less than six (6) months of professional experience in tech.  This primarily includes people entering the workforce for the first time, but also anyone who is in the process of reskilling or upskilling which includes earning a certification to launch a technical career utilizing Microsoft technologies. By joining this Community, you attest to the following:

  1. I'm a job seeker and am interested in a career in Microsoft Dynamics 365, Azure, security/cybersecurity, Data, AI, or Power Platform;
  2. I have less than six months of professional experience in my area of interest;
  3. I've earned, or may one day earn, certification in my area of interest and will post the certification badge in the “Licenses & certifications” section of my LinkedIn profile;
  4. I've reviewed the “Get Started with LinkedIn - LinkedIn Video Tutorial” (aka.ms/LILStarter), and I've updated my LinkedIn profile in accordance with the guidelines provided in this tutorial;
  5. I understand that I may remain in this Community for no more than six (6) months. After six (6) months, I'll be removed from the Community and graduated into the corresponding tech community.
What is the cost of joining Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

There's no cost. It's free.

What are the benefits of joining Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

Through Microsoft Learn Career Connected, you'll have the opportunity to connect with Microsoft customers and partners as well as with training, placement, and recruiting partners who can help you grow your skills and land a job.

By joining this community, you will have access to resources as well as opportunities to meet Microsoft customers and partners that are looking to hire people who have recently acquired skills in Dynamics 365, Azure, Azure Data, Azure AI, security / cybersecurity, or Power Platform. You’ll learn about job postings and be presented with opportunities to attend training events and more.  This is a place for individuals to share their insights and experiences, ask for guidance, and build valuable connections with peers.

Why is Microsoft Learn Career Connected hosted in a LinkedIn private group?

LinkedIn Groups provide a place for individuals to share their insights and experiences, ask for guidance, and build valuable connections. Because this group is hosted on LinkedIn, you're subject to the LinkedIn User Agreement and Privacy Policy.

As a participant in a LinkedIn Group, please be aware that individuals in the group may review your profile information just as you may review the profile information of other group members as well as the employers, training, placement, and recruiting partners that are a part of the group.

Do I need to create a profile to access content on Microsoft Learn?

Although profile creation isn't required to access Microsoft Learn content, you'll need to create a profile using a personal Microsoft Account (example: email with outlook or Hotmail domain) in order to track your course progress. You can have up to five school/work accounts and one personal account linked to your profile.

To link your accounts, follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your existing profile
  2. Navigate to the profile page
  3. Click the Settings tab
  4. Under Account Management, + click "Add account"
  5. Sign in with the account you're linking to complete

If you receive a message saying, "you're about to merge these two profiles," it means the account you're linking already has registered a profile. As you continue, you can merge your user data from both profiles together. Review the Microsoft Learn FAQ topic “Can I merge two profiles of mine into one?” for more details. Remember: each profile can have one personal account and up to five work or school accounts linked.

Who are Microsoft customers and partners?

Microsoft customers are organizations that utilize Microsoft technologies to achieve their business outcomes. Microsoft partners are firms that we work with to meet our customers’ business needs.

What is the cost of working with the training, placement, and recruiting partners that are a part of Microsoft Learn Career Connected?

Microsoft isn't involved in determining any costs or fees associated with the training, placement, and recruiting partners. Some are free, some have a cost, and some will pay you.

How can I get additional help?

There are several ways of gaining additional help for your questions related to Microsoft Learn Career Connected while you're on the Microsoft Learn site. The Training and certification help page has a list of common issues and a feedback channel, which allows you to log issues while learning. You can search for specific tags or issues in the Q&A forum. For specific support questions you may have of the workforce development programs, learning partners, local universities, or non-profit organizations that are a part of this program, you'll need to reach out to them.