Outreachy
Paid remote internships in open source and open science for people subject to systemic bias and underrepresentation in the technology industry.
Overview
Outreachy provides paid remote internships in open source and open science for people who face systemic bias and are underrepresented in the technology industry. Each internship cohort runs for three months, with interns receiving a $7,000 USD stipend and a $500 USD travel stipend. Outreachy specifically targets groups that are underrepresented in free and open source software (FOSS), including women (cis and trans), trans men, non-binary people, LGBTQ+ individuals, people from regions underrepresented in tech, and racial/ethnic minorities. Interns contribute to projects mentored by established open source communities including Linux Kernel, GNOME, Wikimedia, Mozilla, and many others.
What You Can Find Here
- $7,000 USD stipend for a 3-month full-time open source internship
- $500 USD travel stipend for attending conferences or meetups
- Remote internship opportunities with major open source organizations
- Mentorship from experienced developers at established open source communities
- Two cohorts per year: May-August and December-March
- Application contribution period: 3-week period before final selection where all applicants make real contributions
Who Should Use This
- People from groups underrepresented in FOSS: women, non-binary, trans individuals, LGBTQ+, racial minorities, or residents of underrepresented regions
- Beginners and early-career people wanting to break into open source with support
- Anyone meeting the eligibility criteria who wants paid experience contributing to impactful open source projects
- People outside traditional tech hubs seeking remote open source experience and mentorship
How to Get Started
- Step 1: Check eligibility at outreachy.org - the program is for people facing systemic bias in tech
- Step 2: Apply during the initial application window (February for May cohort; August for December cohort)
- Step 3: Initial application asks about your background and experiences with bias in the tech industry
- Step 4: If accepted to the contribution period, spend 3 weeks making actual contributions to projects
- Step 5: Submit a final application highlighting your contributions - interns are selected based on contribution quality
Things to Check Before Applying
- Outreachy is for people who face systemic bias - eligibility questions assess this directly in the application
- The contribution period is real work: applicants who contribute more substantively are more likely to be selected
- Outreachy accepts applicants from around the world - there is no geographic restriction
- You can apply to multiple projects during the contribution period - this can improve your chances
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Outreachy?
Outreachy is for people who face systemic bias and are underrepresented in tech. This includes women (cis and trans), trans men, non-binary people, LGBTQ+ individuals, people from racial/ethnic minorities in tech, and people in regions underrepresented in FOSS.
What is the Outreachy contribution period?
A 3-week period where selected initial applicants make real contributions to open source projects. Interns are selected based on the quality of these contributions, not just their written application.
Can students apply for Outreachy?
Yes. Students who meet the eligibility criteria can apply. Outreachy also accepts non-students - it is career-stage agnostic.
How many Outreachy interns are selected?
Outreachy typically selects 25-35 interns per cohort, across all participating organizations.
Is Outreachy similar to GSoC?
Both are paid open source contribution programs with mentorship. The key difference: Outreachy specifically focuses on diversity and inclusion, targeting underrepresented groups. GSoC is open to all contributors regardless of background.
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