February 8, 2025 SCinet Community Engagement St. Louis Share this page: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email By Cristin Merritt As SC25 arrives in St. Louis, the SCinet and Community Engagement & Support teams are committed to training and mentoring the next generation of networking professionals. Through CommUNITY@SC25, participants can acquire essential skills in high-performance computing (HPC), connect with the SC community, and open up new career opportunities. What Is CommUNITY@SC25 CommUNITY@SC25 is a host city-focused program designed to introduce and integrate individuals from a wide range of backgrounds into the world of networking. Through hands-on training and mentorship, participants develop technical expertise while building valuable professional connections within the high-performance computing (HPC) industry. advancing Careers Through Training At its core, CommUNITY@SC25 is dedicated to providing meaningful training opportunities for those local to the St. Louis area. Participants gain hands-on experience with the latest advancements in HPC technology, with a focus on: Constructing and optimizing cluster computing environments Training artificial intelligence models using HPC infrastructure Automating tasks with high-performance networking solutions Working alongside professionals, participants gain the expertise needed to grow their careers in HPC and related fields. A Pathway to SCinet Prepare yourself for an excellent opportunity for professional development within the field of high-performance computing. A unique aspect of CommUNITY@SC25 is the opportunity to join the SCinet networking team, where participants will: Gain hands-on experience building the world’s fastest, most powerful temporary network Receive mentorship and training from highly skill industry experts and teammates Access workshops and tutorials at SC, the premier event for high-performance computing Learn foundational networking concepts as well as emerging industry trends Benefit from a program designed for both newcomers and experienced professionals SC’s Commitment education & Opportunity CommUNITY@SC25 is a program whose mission is to strengthen the HPC community in the region where the annual SC Conference is held. Now in its second year, CommUNITY was initiated at SC24 in Atlanta by Verónica Melesse Vergara and Angie Asmus. This program is brought to you by the CommUNITY Computing Initiative, a joint effort between the Community Engagement & Support and SCinet Committees. Learn more: Community Engagement & Support SCinet Apply Today CommUNITY@SC25 is open to individuals in the St. Louis region looking to expand their skills and career prospects in high-performance computing. Whether you’re just beginning your career or seeking to grow in your current role, this program provides a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and advance. The deadline to submit your interest to this program is June 13, 2025. Start your journey here: Community@sc25 Details