This page summarizes popular open source programs and links to their official timelines. Always check the official website for current dates and eligibility.
High‑impact programs
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Google Summer of Code (GSoC) — flexible 10–22 weeks. Stipend varies by region.
- Website: https://summerofcode.withgoogle.com/
- Timeline: https://developers.google.com/open-source/gsoc/timeline
- Stipend reference: https://developers.google.com/open-source/gsoc/help/student-stipends
- Linux Foundation Mentorship (LFX) — 12‑week cohorts year‑round.
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Outreachy — paid remote internships focused on underrepresented folks.
- Website: https://www.outreachy.org/
- Payments: https://www.outreachy.org/docs/internship/#payments
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MLH Fellowship — multiple tracks incl. open source; need‑based stipend.
- Website: https://fellowship.mlh.io/
- Google Season of Docs — technical writing for OSS projects.
More opportunities
- Linux Kernel Mentorship — FT/PT cohorts via LFX timelines
- LF Networking Mentorship (LFN)
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FOSSASIA Codeheat — beginner‑friendly coding contest (prizes)
- Info: https://codeheat.org/
- Open Source Promotion Plan (OSPP) — CAS summer program
- 24 Pull Requests — contribute throughout December
Research links
- GSoC archives: https://github.com/SammanSarkar/GSoC_archive_2025
- Open source events roundup: https://github.com/anubhavpulkit/Open-Source-Events
Tip: Read accepted proposals from previous years, join project communities early, and draft proposals with mentor feedback.