AERODISK and MTUCI Launch Collaborative Initiative to Train Future IT Specialists

The company «Aerodisk» and the Moscow Technical University of Communications and Informatics (MTUCI) have initiated a joint project focused on training IT specialists. The two parties have signed a cooperation agreement to collaboratively enhance practical training, organize scientific events, and promote modern technologies among students. This was reported by the press service of «Aerodisk» to the information agency Habr.

The partnership includes lectures, workshops, seminars, and other activities. Their first joint event has already taken place—»Aerodisk» participated in the ComInfFest-2025 festival, where they hosted a workshop titled «Open vAIR — Simplifying Virtualization. And Why Do You Need DDD?». Around 120 students attended this session. Company experts discussed virtualization technologies and conducted a hands-on session using the Open vAIR system.

Alexander Tikhonov, head of the open-source department at «Aerodisk,» noted that this was their inaugural experience presenting at a university. Tikhonov also mentioned that students posed questions not only related to the workshop topic but also about data storage, domestic solutions, and the technologies involved. According to Tikhonov, the new generation of students is already focused on developing their own IT products rather than just studying foreign solutions.

As part of this collaboration, «Aerodisk» plans to invite MTUCI students for summer internships starting in 2025. The students will have the opportunity to work in various teams within the company, including the Open vAIR department. Additionally, tasks have been prepared for students on GitHub, which can earn them rewards.

Sergey Dymovich, the Director of Institutional Development at «Aerodisk,» stated that the company aims to be not only a provider of IT solutions but also an attractive employer. Dymovich emphasized that interns will have the chance to learn and work simultaneously, allowing them to grow as professionals.

Victoria Chumakova, head of the career center at MTUCI, added that the agreement opens new opportunities for students. According to Chumakova, involvement in projects and internships at an IT company will help students acquire essential skills and inspire them to create their own innovations.