Program Objectives

The Hyperledger internship program is aimed at creating a structured hands-on learning opportunity for new developers who may otherwise lack the opportunity to gain exposure to the Hyperledger open source development and entry to the technical community. It also provides a more defined path for Hyperledger to connect with the next generation of student developers to inject more talent into its developer base.

For

Student Interns

• Interns gain exposure to real-world software development by working closely with active developers in the community

• Interns get introduced to open source development infrastructure, tooling, and culture

• Interns have the hands-on opportunity to do work related to their academic and professional interests and to further the pursuit of those interests

• Interns develop close working relationships with open source professionals and industry business leaders to expand their professional network

For Hyperlegder

• More source code gets written and used for the benefit of all

• The internship program helps create a pipeline to a diverse, well-educated pool of developers

• The internship program helps spread the word about Hyperledger and its related technologies at academic institutions and increase academia’s interest in the teaching and research of the technologies

• The internship program helps Hyperledger gain valuable insight into new developer onboarding processes and how to lower the barriers to entry for new developers.

• The internship program creates positive press for Hyperledger via student testimonials, brand recognition, and peer-to-peer messaging

Intern Stipend and Funding for Travel

Interns will be eligible to receive a stipend. The total stipend amount will be calculated using a tiered structure based on where the intern is currently enrolled. The stipend will be paid in several installments provided that regular interval evaluations show the intern is making satisfactory progress. The final installment will be paid upon successful project completion.

Each intern will work remotely from his/her location of choice. There is no physical work facility provided or required.

Interns will be eligible to receive a stipend. The stipend will be paid in several installments provided that regular interval evaluations show the intern is making satisfactory progress. Each intern who has successfully completed the program will be invited and financially sponsored by Hyperledger to attend a technical event and present their work to the broader community (specific event TBD depending on the event schedule but will be during Q3 or Q4 of the year).

For Students: Internship Program Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years of age.

• You must be a full or part-time student currently enrolled in an accredited university/college academic program and will return to school after summer or who will have just graduated from college Spring 2018 or have been accepted for the fall term as a first-year student.

• You must be eligible to work in the country you reside in during the program

For Students: How to Apply

• instructions coming soon

For Mentors: Tips for Effective and Successful Mentorship

• Communicate: Communicate with your intern often, whether it is to provide feedback, offer training, or check on the intern’s progress. By keeping the line of communication open you will build trust, respect, and a positive relationship that facilitates the successful completion of the project.
• Mentor: Schedule a regular review meeting with your intern. Mentorship is a critical and essential part of an internship experience, and an attribute that differentiates from regular employment. As a mentor, it’s important to give your intern honest feedback on professionalism and career preparedness.
• Connect: To foster learning outside of your intern’s job duties, encourage your intern to develop relationships outside or his or her immediate team. Allowing your intern to gain a broader understanding of your organization, industry, and potential career paths can help generate new ideas and make him or her a more effective contributing member.
• Revisit: Periodically revisit the learning objectives and expected outcomes established at the beginning of the internship. Discuss what the student has learned and how it can be applied in the future. Be flexible to adjust the project scope, learning objectives, and outcomes based on the intern's background and skill set.