Everyone should have the opportunity to create something that can change the world."
-- Apple

Program Length: 6 Weeks  |  Program Schedule: June 22 to July 31, 2026

All Everyone Can (Code + Create) Chicago programs are set-up to enable anyone to learn a new skill.

No experience needed.  Just INTEREST and COMMITMENT.

​PROGRAM DETAILS:

• 6 week program
• June 22 to July 31, 2026
• 20 hours a week | 120 hours in total
• Hybrid:  in-person time commitment varies by program -- from 8 to 12 hours 
• Each participant will be paid to learn ($17.00 an hour) or up to 
  $2,040 (120 x $17.00)

​PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:

• Live in the City of Chicago
• Must be between 16 and 24 years old by June 22, 2026

PROGRAM SELECTION PROCESS:

• STEP 1:  Review application
• STEP 2:  Confirm participation in referring program (if applicable)
• STEP 3:  Invitation to a brief interview (if needed)

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iOS APP DEVELOPMENT

in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Everyone Can Code Chicago, and Department of Family and Support Services

Learn how to develop an iOS app from scratch!

No experience needed.
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By the end of the program, your team will have a working prototype and have an opportunity to present at the end of summer
Code + Create showcase event through a competitive process.

Check out the videos of completed projects from the program.
​(click images to view pitch presentations)

Living Local

a neighborhood travel agent guide
developed by Araville Guevarra and Fay Lin

Neighstory

the intersection of neighborhood and history
developed by Yvette Diaz, Kelly Mei, and Matthew Poelsterl

If you complete the program, you will be eligible to apply to the Fall 2026 App Accelerator program, an intensive 12 week program where you will be immersed in both entrepreneurial ship and coding to get products launched (app published to App Store, product website, pitch deck).

AUGMENTED REALITY

in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Everyone Can Create Chicago, and Department of Family and Support Services

Ever dream of blending reality with imagination? ​With augmented reality, the possibilities are endless!

Creativity required.
This program is designed for participants to build a solid foundation in augmented reality fundamentals using Reality Composer, a powerful tool that allows students to create in 3D, transforming how students learn and connect with the world around them using Augmented Reality.

 Check out the videos of completed projects from the program.
​(click images to view project videos)

Tarot Cards

by Jaidene Samiec

Chicago's Future

by Emma McJessy

AI + CREATIVITY

in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Everyone Can Create Chicago, and Department of Family and Support Services

Are you prepared to redefine what's possible and unleash your boundless creativity with cutting-edge AI?

This program is designed for participants to embark on an imaginative journey, pushing the boundaries of creativity with AI-assisted tools.  You will discover how AI can enhance and inspire your artistic and creative expression.

Creativity required.

 Check out the videos of completed projects from the program.
​(click images to view project videos)

The Benefits of AI as an Artist

visualizing artwork differently
by Khayla Erediauwa

Performance Art

visualizing stage, light and set design
​by Ari Yao

AI + ENTREPRENEURSHIP

in partnership with JPMorgan Chase, Everyone Can Create Chicago, and Department of Family and Support Services

Are you prepared to redefine what's possible and unleash your boundless creativity with cutting-edge AI?

Creativity required.
​
This program is designed for participants to embark on an imaginative journey, pushing the boundaries of creativity with AI-assisted tools.  You will discover how AI can enhance and inspire your artistic and creative expression.

 Check out the videos of completed projects from the program.
​(click images to view project videos)

CTA Explore

by Roberto Lopez, Rogelio Lozano, and Sean O'Hagan

Appointment Prep

​by Jessica Chen, Rena Li, James Wu, and Emnet Ghedamu