ZIRA Talent Academy

Unlock your future in tech

Internship program designed with students in mind.

What is ZTA?

ZIRA Talent Academy (ZTA) is an intensive 9-week program tailored for graduate students. Held four times a year, ZTA offers an opportunity for graduate students to work on the latest tech stack, providing hands-on coding opportunities and instilling the principles of Agile methodology. With daily standups and one-week sprints, ZTA participants are set to accelerate their career path in no time.

Commitment to education

Facts and figures

Duration

9-week online program

Technologies covered

CSS, Java, Angular, Maven, Spring, ActiveMQ, and more

Mentorship

Daily meetings with mentors

Experience

Simulated real project environment for practical learning

Flexibility

No set hours, tasks can be completed at any time during the day

Certification

Upon completion of the program

Top-performing graduates have the opportunity for full-time employment.

ZTA graduates make up 30% of ZIRA's total new hires over the past 365 days.

What our graduates say

Amila Hadžibajramović

ZIRA Talent Academy was my first chance to work in a real-world work setting. This experience taught me new practical skills and helped me gain more theoretical knowledge that significantly eased the transition into my very first role here at ZIRA. ZTA is great, if not the best, program for all graduating students who want to step into the IT world and connect with like-minded people.

Amila Hadžibajramović

ZTA 2023

Haris Kukuruzović

Before joining ZTA, I had no experience in a professional setting and thanks to the Academy I managed to bridge the gap between theory and practice. This has been a fantastic start to my career, all with the right guidance of ZTA mentors who have supported and encouraged me all the way. For graduates looking to break into the IT industry and gain a solid understanding of project development, teamwork, and industry standards, ZTA is the perfect program.

Haris Kukuruzović

ZTA 2023

Lamija Višća

After graduating from ZTA, I was given the opportunity to start my professional journey with the company, being one of my best career decisions so far. During the academy, and thanks to the guidance of experienced mentors, I acquired valuable practical knowledge and skills that I use daily in my work. For students, ZTA is a great chance to become more familiar with the project development, team collaboration, and professional standards within the IT industry.

Lamija Višća

ZTA 2024

Merim Kulovac

Joining the ZIRA Talent Academy helped me become more familiar with the real business environment and set a solid foundation for my career. Working within a team, I learned firsthand the importance of collaboration and effective communication. The excellent mentoring I received made it easier to grasp project tasks and navigate various situations, allowing me to additionally enhance my technical skills. Overall, this experience boosted my confidence and motivation to advance in the IT field and explore the evolving telco world.

Merim Kulovac

ZTA 2023

Meet the mentor

Portrait of Dado Bajramović

Dado Bajramović joined ZIRA in 2017 as a Java developer and has been a key part of the team ever since. A former information technology student from Sarajevo University, Dado excels as a backend developer. However, his true legacy is built through his role as a mentor at the ZIRA Talent Academy. Dado inspires ZTA students daily, with his meetups extending beyond technical discussions to offer support and friendship throughout their journey. Besides his passion for collecting football jerseys, Dado is a treasure trove of knowledge on old video games—just ask him; he'll probably know all about it.

Dado Bajramović

Senior Software Engineer and ZTA mentor

Application process

Eligibility

Graduate students with a background in IT or related fields, preferably final-year students of electrical engineering or computer science. No previous working experience is required.

Application time

ZTA occurs three to four times a year. Once we’re ready to start a new cycle, we’ll announce it on our social media channels, with approximately 10 working days left for applications.

Selection process

We will go through all the applications thoroughly and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

The online application form will be available here.

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FAQ

Basic knowledge of programming and familiarity with web technologies.

No, the program is free for all selected participants.

ZTA runs three to four times a year.

Yes, all participants who complete the program will receive a certificate.

Currently, the program is tailored for graduate students only.

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