Outreachy Internship (Open Source — Remote)
About this internship
Outreachy provides paid remote internships in open source and free software. Interns work with mentors from organizations like Mozilla, GNOME, Wikimedia, Debian, and many others on real-world software projects. The program is specifically designed to increase diversity in tech by supporting people from groups underrepresented in the technology industry worldwide.
Who can apply
Open to people who are subject to systemic bias or discrimination in the technology industry of their country. Includes women, trans and non-binary people, and people from underrepresented groups. Must be available for full-time work during the internship.
What you will do
- Complete a 3-month remote internship contributing to a free and open source software project
- Work with a mentor from the participating organization
- Contribute code, design, documentation, or other project work
- Take part in the Outreachy community and activities
Perks and benefits
- Total stipend of $7,000 for the 3-month internship
- $500 travel stipend for conferences
- Work from anywhere in the world
- Mentorship from experienced open source developers
- Portfolio of real open source contributions
- Strong pathway to careers in tech
- Community of 1,000+ Outreachy alumni
How to apply
- Be eligible under Outreachy's criteria (people subject to underrepresentation or systemic bias in tech in their region)
- Apply during the application period and complete the initial application
- Make contributions to a project during the contribution period
- Be selected by a project mentor
Frequently asked questions
Is Outreachy Internship paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Paid (internship stipend) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does Outreachy Internship last? +
The listed duration is 3 months.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is October 1, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Open to people who are subject to systemic bias or discrimination in the technology industry of their country. Includes women, trans and non-binary people, and people from underrepresented groups. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
