Google has announced the commencement of applications for its 2026 Summer of Code (GSoC) Programme, offering successful participants a stipend of 6,000 dollars, alongside training, mentorship and certification.
The company said the programme is aimed at students and early-career developers interested in contributing to open-source software development while gaining practical experience.
According to Google, selected participants will be paired with experienced mentors from approved open-source organisations to work on real-world coding projects within a structured timeframe.
It stated that the initiative is designed to build technical capacity, promote collaborative learning and expose participants to global software development standards.
Google added that beneficiaries would receive professional guidance throughout the programme and be awarded certification upon successful completion of their assigned projects.
The company disclosed that the application deadline for the 2026 edition is March 31, 2026, urging interested applicants to submit their entries before the closing date.
The Summer of Code programme, a long-running initiative by Google, has supported thousands of developers globally, providing them with valuable industry experience and career opportunities in the technology sector.
Prospective applicants have been advised to carefully review eligibility requirements and develop strong project proposals aligned with participating organisations.
Interested candidates can apply through the official portal:
https://summerofcode.withgoogle.com
Stakeholders in the technology ecosystem have continued to commend the programme for fostering innovation, encouraging open-source contributions and supporting emerging talent worldwide.
