LACEY, WA — The Washington Vets 2 Tech (WaV2T) program at Saint Martin’s University announced that 19 out of 20 graduates from its spring 2026 Server and Cloud Application: Data Center Technician cohort received job offers from Oracle following program completion.
The cohort officially graduated on April 24, 2026, following completion of the program’s intensive 12-week training model, designed to rapidly prepare transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses for high-demand careers in data center operations and cloud infrastructure.
Graduates secured positions with Oracle at data center locations across the United States, earning average starting salaries of approximately $80,000, along with relocation allowances to support their transition into the workforce.
A proven pathway to high-demand tech careers
The Server and Cloud Application: Data Center Technician Pathway is a specialized program developed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals supporting modern cloud infrastructure.
Through a combination of in-person and virtual synchronous instruction, technical labs, targeted professional development and industry-aligned certifications, students gain the technical expertise and career readiness needed to succeed in one of the fastest-growing sectors in technology.
“This milestone reflects not only the dedication of our students, but the strength of our partnerships and the relevance of our training model,” said Adam Takata, Director of the Washington Vets 2 Tech Program. “Our graduates are stepping directly into critical roles that support the backbone of today’s digital world.”
Industry partnership driving results
In partnership with Oracle, the program offers:
- Guaranteed interviews for all students
- High-probability employment opportunities upon successful completion
- Training directly aligned with real-world data center workforce needs
This collaboration ensures that training remains tightly integrated with employer expectations, significantly increasing placement outcomes.
Program overview
The 12-week Server and Cloud Application: Data Center Technician Pathway is:
- Offered three times per year:
- January – April
- May – August
- August – November
- January – April
- Available in online and in-person formats
- Designed for:
- Transitioning service members
- Veterans
- Military spouses
- Transitioning service members
Participants receive not only technical training, but also comprehensive career support, including resume development, interview preparation and direct employer engagement.
Learn more
Applications are currently open for upcoming cohorts beginning in August. Individuals interested in launching a career in data center operations with Oracle are encouraged to learn more by visiting our website.
About Washington Vets 2 Tech
Washington Vets 2 Tech (WaV2T) is a premier Army Career Skills and Department of Defense Skillbridge program at Saint Martin’s University dedicated to preparing military-connected individuals for careers in the technology sector. The program provides accelerated, industry-aligned training and has helped over a thousand graduates successfully transition into high-demand IT roles.
About Saint Martin’s University:
Saint Martin’s University is an independent coeducational university, with undergraduate and graduate offerings, located on a wooded campus of more than 380 acres in Lacey, Washington. Established in 1895 by the Catholic Order of Saint Benedict, the University is one of 13 Benedictine colleges and universities in the United States and Canada, and the only one west of the Rocky Mountains. Saint Martin’s University empowers students to pursue a lifetime of learning and accomplishment through its 31 majors, 11 master’s programs, one doctorate program and six certificate programs spanning the arts and sciences, business, counseling, education, engineering, nursing, and leadership. Saint Martin’s welcomes more than 1,300 undergraduate students and 250 graduate students from many ethnic and religious backgrounds to its Lacey campus, and more students to its extended campus located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
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