About this opportunity
Google Summer of Code pairs new open-source contributors with mentors from hundreds of open-source organisations for a 12-week or longer programming project, completed online from anywhere.
Talk to organisations early and submit a strong project proposal when contributor applications open (usually March–April). Check the programme timeline and the stipend rules for your country on the official site.
Who can apply
Newcomers to open source (see the official rules for age and eligibility).
- Eligible nationalities
- All nationalities
- Open to
- Undergraduates, Recent graduates, Master's students, Professionals
What the funding covers
A stipend that depends on project size and your country (see official rules).
- Tuition Not stated — check the official page
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Not stated — check the official page
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- CV
- Cover or motivation letter
- Latest transcript
- Proof of current enrolment (if the program requires students)
- Referee contacts
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
General steps — the provider's own instructions always take priority.
- Read the full eligibility rules on summerofcode.withgoogle.com and confirm you meet every mandatory condition.
- Confirm this year's deadline and time zone on the official page — dates change every cycle.
- Prepare your documents and book any language test early; results can take two weeks or more.
- Write your statement, CV and other texts specifically for this opportunity.
- Submit through the official portal only, keep the confirmation email, and track your application here.
Before you apply
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Program dates
- Duration
- 12+ weeks, remote
Quick answers
Who can apply for Google Summer of Code?
Open to all nationalities. Level: Undergraduates, Recent graduates, Master's students, Professionals. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is Google Summer of Code fully funded?
Funding type: Stipend. Covers: stipend or salary.
What is the deadline for Google Summer of Code?
The next deadline has not been announced yet. This program runs every year — save it to get an alert when we add the new date. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does Google Summer of Code require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for Google Summer of Code?
Apply only on the official website (summerofcode.withgoogle.com). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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