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A paid summer of open-source mentorship with global organizations.
Browse and filter organizations participating in Google Summer of Code. Select years to find active orgs, or use search to find specific ones.
A plain-language guide so you know what to expect before applying.
Google Summer of Code pairs new and early-career contributors with open-source organizations for a multi-week coding project. You write a proposal, get matched with mentors, and ship real work that ships upstream — with a stipend when accepted.
Organizations apply and publish project idea lists on the official GSoC site.
Contributors explore orgs, join community channels, and often make early PRs before applying.
You submit one or more detailed proposals during the application window.
Accepted contributors code full-time for the coding period with mid-term and final evaluations.
Successful completion typically includes a stipend and a strong portfolio contribution.
University students and beginners 18+ to open source
Always confirm full rules on the official website before applying.
Browse participating organizations and their project ideas list starting in February.
Engage with the community in their communication channels (Slack, Discord, IRC, mailing lists).
Write a detailed technical proposal outlining your implementation plan.
Submit your project proposal on the official GSoC dashboard.
| Year | Accepted Contributors | Organizations | Projects |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,220 | 178 | 1220 |
| 2024 | 1,180 | 160 | 1180 |
Use Save & Track on project cards to manage this program from your dashboard.