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FOSSEE Summer Fellowship

Internship and fellowship program at IIT Bombay where students work on FOSSEE free software projects.

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Region

india

Duration

6 to 8 weeks

Stipend

Paid

What this program is about

The FOSSEE Summer Fellowship is conducted by IIT Bombay. It provides an opportunity for students to work on Free/Libre and Open Source Software (FOSS) projects used in engineering and science education.

Duration: 6 to 8 weeks
Stipend: Honorarium paid on successful completion; amount depends on project and performance
Extra notes: Focuses on free software tools for engineering and science education.

Is it for you

This program is a good match if:

  • You are a student from an Indian institute (UG, PG, or PhD)
  • You have good programming skills
  • You are interested in contributing to educational software tools

Keep in mind:

  • Focuses on free software tools for engineering and science education.

When it happens

The schedule typically involves:

  • Screening Tasks: January to April
  • Fellowship: May to July

Typical duration is 6 to 8 weeks.

How to prepare

To prepare for the FOSSEE Summer Fellowship:

  1. Learn a programming language like Python, Scilab, or OpenFOAM depending on the project.
  2. Complete the screening tasks diligently as they are the primary selection criteria.
  3. Review the FOSSEE website for project details and tutorials.

Application process

The application process involves:

  • Completing screening tasks for specific FOSSEE projects
  • Selection based on performance in screening tasks
  • Working at IIT Bombay or remotely on assigned tasks

Check the official website for the release of screening tasks.

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