JUMPSTART EE PROGRAM: LEVEL 2

Build a Computer. Build Your Résumé. Prepare for Your Internship.

Transform classroom knowledge into real engineering experience. Build a computer from scratch while preparing for internships, technical interviews, and your future career.

JumpSTART Level 2 combines hands-on hardware design with professional development to help you build the confidence, technical experience, and interview skills needed to compete for internships.

By the end of the program, you'll have a completed engineering project you can proudly showcase on your résumé and discuss during interviews.

Good Grades Aren't Enough. Experience Sets You Apart.

Many engineering students earn good grades but still struggle to stand out because colleges and employers are looking for more than classroom knowledge.

They want to see that you've built, tested, and solved real engineering problems.

JumpSTART Level 2 bridges that gap by giving you hands-on experience building a computer from scratch while developing the technical and professional skills that set successful engineers apart.

By the end of the program, you'll have a completed engineering project that demonstrates your skills and helps you stand out when applying to engineering colleges, internships, and future engineering opportunities.

ENROLL NOW

From Individual Components to a Working Computer.

More Than a Project—A Competitive Advantage.

Unlike traditional courses that focus primarily on theory, JumpSTART Level 2 puts you in the engineer's seat.

Throughout the program, you'll build a working computer one block at a time while learning the concepts behind each component.

Each week you'll add another piece—from input/output systems and memory to the arithmetic logic unit (ALU), control logic, and program counter—until your computer comes to life.

By building each subsystem yourself, you'll gain the hands-on experience and confidence that lectures alone can't provide.

Why JumpSTART Level 2 Is Different

Most engineering courses teach concepts.

JumpSTART Level 2 teaches you how to apply them.

Instead of simply learning how a computer works, you'll build one from the ground up while developing the technical and professional skills that help you stand out.

This program combines hands-on engineering with career preparation so you leave with more than knowledge—you leave with experience.

Inside JumpSTART Level 2, You'll:

This isn't another boring prep course.

Build a working computer from scratch
Learn computer architecture by assembling each subsystem
Gain hands-on experience with real engineering hardware
Develop problem-solving skills used by practicing engineers
Prepare for engineering colleges, internships, and technical interviews
Complete a project that showcases your skills and gives you a competitive advantage

By the end of the program, you'll have far more than a deeper understanding of computer architecture—you'll have the confidence, technical experience, and completed engineering project that sets you apart from other students.

How the Program Works

Live Weekly Sessions

Join a cohort of future engineers as you build your computer one step at a time.

Each week includes:

2-hour live lab session every Sunday
Hands-on instruction from Dr. Oren Gall
Weekly homework to reinforce each lesson
Professional development focused on internships and career preparation

Personalized Support

You're never on your own throughout the program.

You'll have access to:

Weekly office hours every Tuesday
Additional support by appointment
Live Q&A and troubleshooting
Guidance throughout your computer build

By the End of the Program You'll Have

Built a working computer from scratch
Completed a real engineering project
Developed hands-on engineering experience
Prepared for engineering colleges, internships, and future engineering opportunities
Built the confidence to talk about your project in interviews and applications

Format:

Live + Hands-On Learning
Structured Weekly Curriculum
Real-World Engineering Projects
Replays available if you can’t attend live

Inside the program, you’ll also learn:

How to identify the right engineering career path for you
How to create a personalized action plan for your future
How to prepare for internship interviews
How to communicate technical projects with confidence
How to showcase your computer build to colleges and employers
How to earn stronger letters of recommendation
How to stand out from other engineering students

THE RESULT

By the end of JumpSTART Level 2, you won't just understand how a computer works—you'll have built one yourself.

You'll leave with the hands-on engineering experience, technical confidence, and professional skills that help you stand out from other students.

After completing this program, you'll:

Build a working computer from scratch
Understand computer architecture through real application
Gain experience discussing technical projects with confidence
Strengthen your college and internship applications
Develop problem-solving skills used by practicing engineers
Leave with a project you're proud to showcase

WHO THIS IS FOR

This program is a great fit if you:

Are passionate about engineering or technology
Want to stand out when applying to engineering colleges
Want to build real-world engineering experience
Are preparing for internships or future engineering careers
Enjoy learning by building and solving problems
Are ready to challenge yourself and grow as an engineer

WHO THIS IS NOT FOR

This program isn't the right fit if you:

Aren't willing to participate in the live weekly sessions
Prefer passive learning instead of hands-on projects
Are looking for a shortcut instead of building real engineering skills
Don't want to be challenged outside of the classroom

Hands-On Lab & Professional Development Sessions

Hands-On Lab Sessions

Professional Development Sessions

Build It. Test It. Understand It.

Every Sunday, you'll work alongside Dr. Oren Gall to build your computer one subsystem at a time using the Digital Evaluation Board (DEB).

Instead of simply learning engineering concepts, you'll apply them immediately through guided labs and real-world projects.

Professional Development Sessions

Learn How to Build Your Engineering Career

Technical skills are only part of becoming a successful engineer.

Each week, you'll also receive practical guidance to help you prepare for engineering colleges, internships, and future career opportunities.

Taught by Dr. Oren Gall, Electrical Engineering Expert & Educator

About Dr. Oren Gall

Dr. Oren Gall is an electrical engineer, educator, and mentor with over 20 years of industry experience and more than 10 years of teaching electrical engineering at the university level, including at Penn State.

Throughout his career, he's noticed a common challenge: many engineering students graduate with strong classroom knowledge but very little hands-on experience or confidence applying what they've learned.

That's why he created JumpSTART Level 2: Internship Prep.

This program is designed to bridge the gap between theory and real-world engineering by giving students the opportunity to build a computer from scratch, develop practical problem-solving skills, and gain experience they can confidently discuss in college interviews, internship applications, and future engineering careers.

But technical skills are only part of the equation.

Throughout the program, Dr. Gall also mentors students on choosing an engineering path, preparing for internships, communicating technical projects, and developing the professional skills that help future engineers stand out.

His philosophy is simple:

The best way to learn engineering is to build it.

By combining hands-on technical training with career preparation, Dr. Gall's mission is to help students graduate from the program with more than knowledge—they leave with confidence, experience, and a competitive advantage as they begin their engineering journey.

Tuition

What’s Included

✔️ 6 weeks of live hands-on lab sessions

✔️ Weekly professional development sessions

✔️ Build a complete computer from scratch

✔️ Step-by-step guidance from Dr. Orin Gall

✔️ Weekly office hours and live Q&A

✔️ Homework exercises to reinforce each week's lesson

✔️ Letter of Recommendation eligibility (based on performance and participation)

✔️ Certificate of Completion

✔️ Lifetime access to course recordings and resources

Program Investment

Tuition: $1,718

PLUS Required Course Material: Digital Evaluation Board (DEB PLUS) — $199 (must be purchased on Amazon) This is your portable, hands-on lab and is required to participate in the program.

Extender Boards (Quantity: 4) — Purchase four extender boards. These are required to complete the computer build and will be used throughout the program. (These are also purchased on Amazon)

Required materials total: $279

EARLY BIRD TOTAL COST: $1997

(Tuition after early bird $2497)

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at oren@ozgsystems.com if you cannot find an answer to your question. Or message him on Instagram @digital_evaluation_board

How does the self-paced program work?

Once you enroll, you'll receive instant access to all of the course materials. Follow the recommended learning path or complete the lessons on your own schedule. You'll also receive 3 months of complimentary access to the EE Mentorship Hub, where you can submit questions to Dr. Gall each week and receive expert guidance.

How much time should I expect to commit each week?

Plan for approximately 3–5 hours per week, including live sessions, hands-on projects, and homework.

What if I’ve never done anything like this before?

That’s exactly who this program is for. Beginners!!

You don’t need any prior experience—we start with the fundamentals and guide you step-by-step. By the end, you’ll not only understand the concepts, but you’ll have hands-on experience building real circuits.

Is this available in my country?

Yes. The program is taught online via Zoom, and the course materials can be purchased on Amazon with international shipping.

If your country isn’t supported, please email oren@ozgsystems.com and we’ll help you get access.