Union City, CA, August 29, 2025
In a move to expand access to advanced AI careers for veterans, Rapt.ai, a leader in next-generation AI infrastructure, has partnered with iZen to support its Boots2Bytes™ workforce development program.
Boots2Bytes™, iZen’s DoD SkillBridge-approved initiative, helps transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses gain real-world experience and credentials in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity. The program blends immersive online learning with live mentorship, soft skills, career coaching, and job placement support.
Through this partnership, Rapt.ai will:
- Provide a high-impact case study on scalable AI model development using its platform, offering Boots2Bytes™ learners a real-world capstone experience.
- Hire qualified program graduates for any open roles, creating a direct pipeline from training to employment.
- Leverage veteran hires in developing defense-aligned AI infrastructure projects.
“Rapt.ai is not only providing access to cutting-edge case-studies,” said Gajanan Bhat, iZen's co-founder & President, “they’re also giving our veterans a runway into real employment. And, by bringing veterans onto their team, they are showing true leadership in responsible AI workforce development.”
This initiative exemplifies how industry can lead in both veteran reintegration and responsible, inclusive AI-adoption, ensuring that those who served have opportunities to shape and thrive in the digital economy.
“Veterans bring discipline, mission-focus, and leadership—all essential in high-performance AI environments,” said Anil Ravindranath, Rapt.ai's founder & CTO, “We’re excited to support their transition by offering both real training experiences and real jobs.”
The partnership also aligns with broader national priorities around AI readiness and responsible workforce transformation. By combining Rapt.ai’s next-gen infrastructure with iZen’s inclusive training model, the two companies are accelerating tech access, equity, and national innovation.
About Rapt.ai
Rapt.ai is a model-aware intelligent computing platform that accelerates and unlocks AI infrastructure, decreasing model setup time by up to 90%, decreasing costs by up to 70%, and increasing data scientist productivity by multiples. Rapt.ai enables organizations to maximize their AI infrastructure for faster, better results - on-prem or across multi-cloud.
About iZen
iZen is an impact-first edtech company focused on building technology, pedagogy, and content to upskill and empower individuals for the workforce of tomorrow. Its flagship initiative, Boots2Bytes™, is a DoD SkillBridge-approved program that prepares veterans and transitioning service members for high-demand careers in AI, Machine Learning, and cybersecurity.