Skill-lync
Skill-lync, based in Chennai, India, is an online educational platform specializing in engineering courses aimed at job readiness, with a strong presence in India and South Asia.
Services
Skill-lync provides a variety of online engineering education services aimed at job readiness. The company offers specialized courses in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Civil, and Computer Science engineering. Their offerings include Post Graduate Programs, Executive Programs, Workshops, and Projects. Skill-lync focuses on practical learning by partnering with industry experts to provide industry-relevant advanced engineering courses. They also offer job assistance, including resume and LinkedIn profile optimization and mock interviews, to support student placements.
History
Skill-lync was part of the Y Combinator W19 batch, signaling its early endorsement and support from one of the world's leading startup accelerators. Since then, the company has grown to employ a team of 3000 professionals based in Chennai, TN, India. It has achieved significant milestones including supporting over 2000 student placements and partnering with over 500 companies for hiring.
Locations
Skill-lync is headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The company operates primarily in India and South Asia. There are plans to expand further by setting up 14 Skill Centers across India, aiming to enhance their reach and better serve students across the region.
Student Placements
Skill-lync supports over 2000 student placements in various companies, leveraging partnerships with over 500 hiring companies. One of their top programs, the Post Graduate Program in CAD, has seen a highest salary placement of 14 Lakhs per annum. The company provides comprehensive job assistance which includes resume and LinkedIn profile optimization, and mock interviews to aid students in securing employment.
Innovative Projects
In addition to their educational services, Skill-lync has been involved in innovative projects to support student education. Notably, they received media coverage for building an in-house electric vehicle, designed to help students gain practical insights into the automotive industry. These projects underline their commitment to providing hands-on learning experiences.