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Career Center 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016-8033-8011 United StatesCapital CoLAB Digital Technology Credential
The Capital CoLAB was created by the Greater Washington Partnership. The program is for undergraduate students* in the liberal arts who want to gain digital technology skills for their future careers. Digital technology skills will be embedded into every job across industries and sectors as a way of life. This program is an opportunity to signal these digital tech competencies to employers.
Throughout the program, gain access to top executives and changemakers for career building opportunities, internships, and more. When you’ve completed the pathway (i.e. the AU certificate) gain your Credly credentials to include on your transcript, LinkedIn, resume and other candidate materials.
*There are currently AU certificates available for students who began at AU in Fall 2019 or later through Kogod and SPA. There are AU certificates available for students who began at AU in Fall 2020 or later through Kogod, SPA, and CAS.
Program Highlights
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Earn credit by successfully completing university-approved courses
- Connect with leading Capital Regional employers
- No additional fees
For questions regarding the program, please contact Julie Jones, Director of Employer Relations.
Take the Next Steps
Interested in taking the next steps to earn the Digital Technology Credential?
1. Meet with your AU academic advisor. Not sure who your advisor is? Fill out out this form to get started.
2. Work with your career center to update your resume and update your career plan.
3. Sign up for the credential program through Capital CoLAB.
AU's Jill Klein on the Digital Technology Credential
Jill Klein, AU faculty & Interim Dean, explains the digital technology credential on the Helix Education podcast

Lama Mohammed is AU's Capital CoLAB student ambassador. Have questions? Send her an email.
Upcoming Events
April is Capital CoLAB's Digital Tech Credential Month. Learn more about participating and see a full list of events. All times are Eastern.
4/12 | 7 p.m. | Capital CoLAB: Digital Technology Credential - Check out AU's newest certificate!
4/13 | 12 p.m. | Ask the Experts: Preparing for Your First Role in the Post COVID-19 Environment
4/19 | 12:30 p.m. | Starting your Career in the Defense Industry at Northrop Grumman: Resume Tips and Tricks, Understanding Security Clearances, and Interviewing 101
4/21 | 12 p.m. | A Candid Chat: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
Learn Details about the Program
Capital CoLab and the Digital Technology Credential.
Sign up for the credential program to earn your Credly badge.
School Certificate Requirements
College of Arts and Sciences Digital Tech Credential
Review the required classes for the CAS Digital Technology Generalist certificate. Questions about completing the credential as a Kogod student? Please contact Kathryn Walters-Conte.
School of Public Affairs Digital Tech Credential
Learn about the required classes for SPA's Digital Tech Credential. Questions about completing the credential as an SPA student? Please contact Justin Williams.
Kogod School of Business Digital Tech Credential
Learn more about the classes required to complete Kogod's Digital Tech Credential. Questions about completing the credential as a Kogod student? Please contact Rayon Fulton.
Participating Organizations
- Amazon
- ASGN
- AstraZeneca
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Capital One
- CIA
- Exelon
- EY
- General Dynamics
- Inova
- JPMorgan Chase
- MedStar Health
- McKinsey & Company
- Monumental Sports & Entertainment
- Northrop Grumman
- Stanley Black & Decker
- T. Rowe Price
- Under Armor
- WGL
For the most up-to-date information, visit Capital CoLAB.