[Outreachy announcement] [Sept 21 deadline] Outreachy internship applications for Dec 2020 to Mar 2021 cohort

Thu Sep 17 15:06:13 UTC 2020

September 21 at 4pm UTC is the deadline for Outreachy internship applications. You can check when 4pm UTC is in your local time here:

https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20200921T160000&p1=1440&p2=240&p3=155&p4=179&p5=233&p6=4&p7=267&p8=125&p9=53&p10=166&p11=176

We encourage everyone to submit their applications as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Submit your initial application here:

https://www.outreachy.org/apply/eligibility/

FAQ
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We've received common questions, so please check the FAQ below.

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Q1. I'm not a student, but I live in the northern hemisphere. Can I apply to the December 2020 internship cohort?

A1. Yes. If you are not a student, you can apply to any internship round.

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Q2. I'm getting an error when I submit the account profile form that says "413 Request entity too large". Can you fix this?

A2. We have a file size limit for the profile picture. If you submit a profile picture that is larger than 1 MB, you will cause this error. Please submit a smaller profile picture on the account page.

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Q3. My university has not restarted due to COVID-19. What term dates should I fill in?

A3. Use the term dates from last year's calendar. Applicants will be able to update their time commitments in their final application. This allows you to update your mentor about whether your school is restarting.

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Q4. There seem to be less projects listed this round than last round. I can't find a project that fits my skills. Should I still apply?

A4. Yes, please do fill out an initial application. The project list will not be finalized until October 1. That means projects that match your skill set may be added after the initial application deadline (September 24). Therefore, you should apply even if you don't see a project that meets your interests.

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Q5. If I apply this round, and I'm not accepted as an intern, can I apply again?

A5. Yes! You can apply as many times as you like. You can only participate as an intern once.

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We're here to help! Please email applicant-help at outreachy.org with your additional questions.

Sage Sharp, Outreachy Organizer

On Fri, Aug 28, 2020 at 09:55:58AM -0700, Sage Sharp - Outreachy Organizer wrote:
> Applications are now open for the Outreachy December 2020 to March 2021 internships:
> 
> https://www.outreachy.org/apply/
> 
> Please read our blog post about policy changes for this round:
> 
> https://www.outreachy.org/blog/2020-08-28/december-2020-internship-applications-open/
> 
> Initial applications are due on September 20 at 4pm UTC. Applications are reviewed on a first-come-first-served basis. Please submit your initial application early!
> 
> What is Outreachy?
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> 
> Outreachy provides internships to work on open source. Internships are available twice a year, from May to August and December to March. Outreachy internships are three months long. Interns are paid a stipend of $6,000 USD total. The internship is completely remote.
> 
> Outreachy internships are open to applicants around the world. Interns work remotely with mentors from open source communities. Outreachy internship projects may include programming, user experience, documentation, illustration, graphical design, data science, project marketing, user advocacy, or community event planning. 
> 
> Please check the eligibility criteria to determine if you're eligible for an Outreachy internship:
> 
> https://www.outreachy.org/apply/eligibility/
> 
> Outreachy supports diversity in tech
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> 
> Outreachy's goal is to increase diversity in open source. Anyone who faces under-representation, systematic bias, or discrimination in the technology industry of their country is invited to apply.
> 
> We expressly invite women (both cis and trans), trans men, non-binary people, and genderqueer people to apply.
> 
> We also expressly invite applications from residents and nationals of the United States of any gender who are Black/African American, Hispanic/Latin@, Native American/American Indian, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander.
> 
> Past Outreachy interns are:
> 
>  - 92% women
>  - 4% transgender, genderqueer, or non-binary people
>  - 64% people of color
>  - 12% people from a historically disadvantaged caste or tribe
> 
> Deadlines
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> 
> The timeline for this round is:
> 
> Aug 28   Initial applications open
> Sept 20   Initial application deadline
> Oct 1   Project list finalized
> Oct 1    Contribution period opens
> Oct 31    Final application deadline
> Nov 23   Accepted interns announced
> Dec 1 to Mar 2   Internship period
> 
> Application Process
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> We encourage all applicants to read our Outreachy Application Guide. It has tips for how to get your initial application accepted and get a better chance at being selected as an intern:
> 
> https://www.outreachy.org/docs/applicant/
> 
> Please contact applicant-help at outreachy.org with any questions you have.
> 
> Good luck applying!
> 
> Sage Sharp, Outreachy Organizer
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