TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme: Do you wish to thrive in the tech industry as a lady?
The 2024 TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme is a fully funded tech bootcamp and training in the USA for girls all around the world.
For every girl selected to participate in the TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme, the full costs of visa, travel expenses, meals, and accommodation.
TechGirls also travel to different cities around the USA (Austin, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, or Seattle) for community immersion and STEM career exploration.
Scholarship Abstract
- Scholarship Host: TechGirls
- Category: InternshipsÂ
- Benefits: Full Scholarship
- Tuition
- Accommodation
- Living Stipends
- Meals
- Visa + Airfare Ticket
- Medical Insurance
- Eligibility: All Countries
- Deadline: December 8, 2023
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TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme Details
The University of Toronto (U of T) hosts The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, offering fully funded graduate scholarships.
U of T, a globally recognized institution, is a hub of learning, discovery, and knowledge creation, and it takes pride in being one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities committed to innovation and invention.
Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders
Prospective scholars in this program embark on a journey to expand their capacity and establish invaluable networks, priming them for engagement in diverse healthcare professions and ecosystems across Africa.
The initiative aims to equip these scholars with the tools and knowledge required to make a substantial impact on healthcare outcomes in their home countries.
Driving Positive Change in Africa
Upon the completion of this program, it is the fervent expectation that the Scholars will return to their respective home countries.
Their mission will be to catalyze change by either venturing into self-employment or contributing their expertise to a variety of health-related professions. The ultimate goal is to advance the overall health and well-being of their communities and nations.
TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme Requirements
To be eligible for the TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme, applicants must be one of those who:
- Are citizens of one of the eligible countries/territories and living in that country/territory at time of exchange:
- Sub-Saharan Africa (AF) – Cameroon, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zambia
- East Asia and Pacific (EAP) – Cambodia, Fiji, Indonesia, Mongolia, Taiwan, and Vietnam
- Europe and Eurasia (EUR) – Albania, Cyprus, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Türkiye
- Middle East and North Africa (NEA) – Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, and Tunisia
- South and Central Asia (SCA) – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan
- Western Hemisphere (WHA) – Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Suriname
- United States of America
- Are between the ages of 15 and 17 at the start of the exchange on July 6, 2024
- Born on or between July 13, 2006 and July 13, 2009;
- Have demonstrated advanced skills and a serious interest in science, technology, engineering, and/or math in their academic studies;
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- Intend to pursue higher education and/or careers in STEM, especially technology;
- Have strong English language skills (advanced intermediate English skills);
- Exhibit maturity, flexibility, and open-mindedness;
- Will attend at least one additional semester of secondary school upon their return to their home country;
- Are committed to completing a community-based project upon their return home; and
- Meet U.S. J-1 visa eligibility requirements (for instance, U.S. citizens are not eligible for a J-1 visa).
- Eligible candidates must be citizens and current residents of participating countries. Third-country nationals permanently living in an eligible country should contact us to determine eligibility prior to applying.
- Preference will be given to those who have limited or no prior experience in the United States. You are not eligible if you have travelled to the United States in the last three years as part of any other ECA exchange program.
TechGirls Summer Exchange Programme Benefits and Timeline
The TechGirls Summer Exchange program covers the following costs:
- Visa Fee
- Roundtrip international airfare from the participant’s home country to the United States
- Housing during program
- Double occupancy dormitory accommodations
- Meals during program
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Local transportation to group program events
- Cultural events organized by Legacy International
- Emergency health insurance
Selection Process
All TechGirls participants are selected based on the eligibility requirements below. Independent selection committees composed of industry leaders and regional experts review applications.Â
- For international semi-finalists, U.S. embassy personnel in host country/territory of permanent residence conduct interviews.
- For U.S. semi-finalists, Legacy International conducts interviews.
Selection Timeline
The 2024 TechGirls application is open and will close on December 8, 2023 at 12:00 PM noon ET. All applicants will be notified of their status in March 2024.
Application Procedure
Interested and qualified applicants should visit the TechGirls website to submit their application.
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Deadline: December 8th, 2023
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