The Google Summer of Code is a global platform for students and new developers to work on Open source projects. Selected participants will work on a coding project for 12 weeks with an open-source organization under the guidance of a mentor. Each intern will receive a stipend for completing the project. The stipend is from $3000 to $6600. The stipend amount is calculated based on your location. GSoC is an activity that a participant performs as an independent developer for which they are paid a stipend.
welcomed thousands of new developers into the open-source community every year. This year google added more projects focused on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Security. Google has also launched an Artificial Intelligence Course, a Cybersecurity Certificate Course, and Career Certificate Courses in 2023 because these fields are now very high in demand everywhere. More details about the GSoC 2024 are given below.
How Google Summer of Code Works?
- Students and Developers: Students and developers propose project ideas to participating open-source organizations.
- Organizations: Organizations review proposals and select contributors for the summer.
- Start Coding: Accepted applicants are paired with mentors from their chosen organization and start working on their projects.
- Submit: Submit the project within the given period.
2024 Organizations
View a List of all 2024 organizations here. Click on any organization and check the task or idea they want from the students/developers.
Do You Need to Travel?
No. Google Summer of Code does not require any traveling. You can work it online.
GoSC Stipend:
- For medium-sized Projects:
- Minimum (1500 USD)
- Maximum (3300 USD)
- For large-sized Projects:
- Minimum (3000 USD)
- Maximum (6600 USD)
- For small sized Projects:
- Minimum (750 USD)
- Maximum (1650 USD)
Please Check the Google Summer of Code Monthly Stipend for Your Country Here
Eligibility Criteria:
- You must be at least 18 years of age when you register.
- Must be eligible to work in the country you will reside in during the program.
- Be an open-source beginner or a student.
- You have not been accepted as a GSoC Contributor/Student in GSoC more than once.
- Contributors can submit a maximum of 3 project proposals (to different organizations or even multiple proposals to the same organization).
- Read the program rules, FAQ, contributor guide, and advice for applying
- Review the list of 195 mentoring organizations and use filters to sort by your interests.
- Reach out to the organizations via their contact methods listed on the GSoC site immediately.
How to Apply for Google Summer of Code (GSoC)?
Interested applicants may register and submit project proposals on the GSoC site from now until Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024 at 18:00 UTC.