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About the opportunities

This program is designed for students who already have basic knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and want to quickly level up their skills to meet the requirements for employment at EPAM.

We launch the Short Track program when Junior Front-End Developer positions open at EPAM in various locations. Our goal is to help you improve your skills and prepare for interviews in an accelerated format, so you're ready within just 3 months.

  • In 2024, EPAM hired over 50 RS School graduates. We hope to double that number this year, despite the unstable demand. Project-based positions appear irregularly, and it's difficult to predict the exact number of openings.

  • In April 2025, the EPAM ST 2025Q1 batch for the GUKKA and Europe regions was successfully completed. As early as May 2025, graduates have already started interviewing with EPAM Labs.

  • Nevertheless, we aim to provide the highest level of training so that you are prepared for any interview.

  • We will likely announce a new application round for the Short Track program in a month or two.

Registration will open soon!
mentor with students

About the course

Format

Group training (about 20 participants per group), self-study of the provided materials, regular Q&A sessions, cross-interviews every week, mock interviews with the mentor, intensive practice and final project in React or Angular. You will need an estimated 20-40 hours per week for training. Classes can take place both online and offline.

Direction

React and Angular. During the course, you will learn both frameworks, complete assignments and interviews on each.

Mentors and experts

Mentors and experts will assist in the learning process and check assignments.

Duration

The course lasts about 3 months and EPAM interviews are scheduled immediately after the course.

Certificate

After successful completion of the course, students will receive an electronic certificate.

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Certification

To earn a course certificate, you must complete all assignments, finish the final project, and achieve at least 70% of the top student's score in the course. The certificate is a recognition of your hard work and dedication.

Short Track

An intensive training programme for experienced developers aimed at rapidly developing skills to the level required for successful employment. The programme includes the following stages:

1

Step 1

Fill in the application form. Expect an invitation to an admission interview. In case of a large number of applications, an additional test assignment may be scheduled.

2

Step 2

Complete the entrance interview. Once all interviews have been completed, the results will be announced. If accepted into the group, you will receive an invitation to register for the course.

3

Step 3

Join a team of 12-20 people under the guidance of a mentor. Actively participate in all activities: self-study of the provided materials, regular Q&A sessions, cross-interviews, mock interviews with the mentor and intensive practice.

4

Step 4

At the end of the first month of training you will decide on a framework together with your mentor. Approximate ratio: 60% React / 40% Angular.

5

Step 5

Developing the final project individually or in a team of 3 (depends on the assignment) under the guidance of a mentor.

What is required to take the course?

Requirements before the start:

  • You are a current Stage #1 student or a graduate/participant of a previous RS School intake.

  • You have solid front-end development skills and an English level of at least B1 (Intermediate).

  • You have basic knowledge of algorithms and data structures, and experience solving algorithmic problems.

  • You are ready to dedicate at least 20–40 hours per week to studying.

  • You live in one of the following countries: Georgia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Poland, Lithuania, Turkey, Croatia, Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Serbia.

Document requirements for Poland:
  • EU long-term residence permit (Karta rezydenta długoterminowego UE)

  • Permanent residence card (Karta stałego pobytu)

  • Polish citizenship (Obywatelstwo polskie)

  • Temporary residence card (Karta czasowego pobytu) with a work permit endorsement (dostęp do rynku pracy)

Document requirements for Lithuania:
  • Citizenship of Lithuania or Latvia (Lietuvos Respublikos pilietybė)

  • Permanent residence permit (Nuolatinis leidimas gyventi)

  • Lithuanian EU Blue Card (ES mėlynoji kortelė)

  • Temporary residence permit with the right to work (Laikinas leidimas gyventi su teise dirbti)

Document requirements for Turkey:
  • Citizenship of the Republic of Turkey

Croatia, Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Serbia:
  • Employment eligibility depends on your documents and professional experience.

FAQ

Where can I ask questions?

You can ask your questions in the Telegram channelexternal link icon.


Is it possible to complete the course fully online?

All stages of the course can be completed online.


Is there a list of interview questions? What should I prepare for?

You can prepare for interviews using this list of topics and questionsexternal link icon.


If I’m selected for the Short Track program, can I continue studying in Stage #2 and take both courses at the same time?

You can continue studying in other courses alongside Short Track, but without mentor support in those courses. We recommend assessing your capacity, as Short Track requires a significant time commitment.


If I’m not accepted into the Short Track program after the interview, can I continue studying in JS Stage #2?

Yes, if you’re not selected for Short Track, you can continue with JS Stage #2.


What language is the course conducted in?

All materials and assignments are in English. Communication with coordinators, mentors, and students will mainly be in Russian. Some interviews and cross-interviews will be in English.


Команда курса

Aleh Navoyeu Key Dev

Aleh Navoyeu

Key Dev

I graduated from university with a degree in programming and completed the RS School course in 2021. Since then, I've been working at EPAM as a frontend developer. I've always enjoyed frontend development because it provides immediate visible results of the work. Throughout this time, I have been mentoring students and conducting interviews.

Aleh Serhiyenia Front-End Developer

Aleh Serhiyenia

Front-End Developer

Aleh Serhiyenia works at EPAM Systems, developing web applications using Angular. He was always interested in technology and computers. Aleh received his higher education at BSUIR. For a long time, he engaged in production automation. Then he became interested in graphic design, the development of banners, logos, signs, etc. Aleh has always had a passion for programming. He passed RS School and then EPAM Lab. Now Aleh is ready to share his experience and expertise with RS School students.

Maksim Shastsel

Maksim Shastsel

10 years of running JS in the places where it is not supposed to be run.

Tatsiana Helakhava Lead Software Engineer in EPAM

Tatsiana Helakhava

Lead Software Engineer in EPAM

Tatsiana is a Lead Software Engineer at EPAM with a strong background in front-end and back-end development. She graduated from BSUIR and RS School mentoring program, where she later returned as a mentor and coach. Tatsiana is passionate about building high-quality, maintainable applications using best practices, solid architectural principles, and design patterns. She has a deep interest in performance analysis, optimization techniques, and scalable system design. Her current focus includes JavaScript, Node.js, and AWS cloud technologies. She finds great joy in mentoring and supporting the growth of aspiring developers through knowledge sharing, feedback, and community involvement.

Mikhail Stankevich Full-stack software engireer

Mikhail Stankevich

Full-stack software engireer

Full-stack developer with over 4 years of experience in frontend, backend, and cloud technologies. He joined RS School kind of by accident — just because a friend was doing it — but ended up falling in love with programming and building a career in tech. Since then, he’s been both a student and a mentor: he has mentored several RS School courses and helped many students grow as developers at EPAM. He believes the best way to learn is by helping others learn.

Artsiom Murashko Senior Software Engineer

Artsiom Murashko

Senior Software Engineer

Artsiom Murashko is an accomplished Senior Software Engineer with over 3 years of professional experience in frontend development. Skilled in technologies such as JavaScript, React, Angular, and Node.js, he takes pride in delivering robust and scalable solutions. Artsiom is also an active member of the RS School community Participated in RSSchool as a student, mentor, and content creator. His involvement includes guiding upcoming developers, designing educational tasks, and participating in community-driven events. Passionate about continuous growth and innovation, Artsiom thrives on exploring new technologies and sharing his knowledge to inspire and support the next generation of developers.

Aliaksei Rudak EPAM, Software Engineer

Aliaksei Rudak

EPAM, Software Engineer

Frontend React Developer. RS School Stage 2 and React mentor. RS contributor

Artsiom Fando Senior Software Engineer

Artsiom Fando

Senior Software Engineer

A Senior Software Engineer at EPAM specializing in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Angular. Designs and implements complex web applications, excels in crafting scalable, efficient front-end solutions, mentoring teams. RS School graduate.

Amina Senchenko Software Engineer

Amina Senchenko

Software Engineer

Amina started learning programming at RS School, beginning with Stage 0 and moving on to React and AWS courses. After that, she joined the EPAM Lab and later became a full-time employee. Following RS School's "Teach it forward" principle, Amina wants to help others and share her knowledge. She enjoys interviews and learning new technologies.

Taras Tereschenko EPAM, Software Engineer

Taras Tereschenko

EPAM, Software Engineer

Taras took the RS School Short Track course in 2021, as well as courses on Angular, React, Node.js and AWS, and after his employment at EPAM he continued to take an active part in the life of the school - organizing, giving talks and participating in RS Meetups, mentoring the course on Angular, giving lectures to Short Track students, and helping to develop the course program.

Egor Semenov Software engineer

Egor Semenov

Software engineer

Before joining RS School in 2021, I had no experience or knowledge of web development. The courses gave me a strong foundation in programming and modern web technologies, and after completing them, I joined EPAM Lab. This eventually led to working on real projects at EPAM, where I continue to grow as a developer. RS School was a turning point for me, giving me the skills and confidence to start my career in IT.

Marharyta Malets EPAM, Software Engineer

Marharyta Malets

EPAM, Software Engineer

Marharyta graduated from RS School in July 2021 and by March 2022, she became a mentor for the first time. Since then, RS School has become an essential part of her life. She is sure that she is growing and learning with her mentees. Her favorite activity is participating in technical interviews. However, she is always open to new experiences and learning opportunities.

Maksim Shylau Senior Software Engineer at Epam

Maksim Shylau

Senior Software Engineer at Epam

Maksim Shylau is a professional with around 6 years of programming experience. Initially a hobby, programming evolved into Maxim's current profession as a full-stack developer (proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, and AWS) at EPAM Systems, where he holds the position of Senior Software Engineer. Maksim actively contributes to RS School in his leisure time by leading a Node.js course, delivering lectures, creating educational tasks, and participating in various events. He is committed to continuous learning, constantly exploring new technologies, and extends his passion to helping students master web development.

Yulia Kursevich

Yulia Kursevich

Закончила курс в 2024. Я верю, что помогая другим, мы растем и развиваемся сами. Мне знакомы все трудности, с которыми сталкиваются студенты, и я здесь, чтобы поддержать и облегчить ваш путь. Будем вместе делать наш курс удивительным и волшебным местом для взращивания новых талантов в мире фронтенда!

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