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Hackathon
Lexsi: AI Safety and Alignment Hackathon
Who can apply: Open worldwide, remote
Builders worldwide; teams of 1–3. Registration closes 5 Nov 2026.
5 Nov 2026Closing soon
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Lexsi Labs (with Cohere Labs and Hugging Face)
Builders worldwide; teams of 1–3. Registration closes 5 Nov 2026.
WHAT YOU GET
Online build 1–14 Nov; up to 20 Demo Day teams; $30,000+ in prizes and credits; HF credits for Discord joiners; hiring interview paths.
Global (online; kickoff/demo optional in-person Bengaluru)
Register by 5 Nov 2026; submit by end of day 14 Nov 2026 (AoE). Demo Day 22 Nov 2026.
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Lexsi Labs (with Cohere Labs and Hugging Face)
Eligibility: Builders worldwide; teams of 1–3. Registration closes 5 Nov 2026.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Online build 1–14 Nov; up to 20 Demo Day teams; $30,000+ in prizes and credits; HF credits for Discord joiners; hiring interview paths.
Deadline: Register by 5 Nov 2026; submit by end of day 14 Nov 2026 (AoE). Demo Day 22 Nov 2026.
Apply: https://hackathon.lexsi.ai/
Region: Global (online; kickoff/demo optional in-person Bengaluru)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
PhD candidates, postdocs, research software engineers in computational fields (AI/ML and adjacent), affiliated with an accredited research institution.
6 Nov 2026Closing soon
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Nuvolos
PhD candidates, postdocs, research software engineers in computational fields (AI/ML and adjacent), affiliated with an accredited research institution.
WHAT YOU GET
Up to $5,000 in Nuvolos cloud credits, priority support, community, digital Fellow credential.
Global (research institutions)
Submissions end 6 Nov 2026; decisions by 27 Nov 2026.
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Nuvolos
Eligibility: PhD candidates, postdocs, research software engineers in computational fields (AI/ML and adjacent), affiliated with an accredited research institution.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to $5,000 in Nuvolos cloud credits, priority support, community, digital Fellow credential.
Deadline: Submissions end 6 Nov 2026; decisions by 27 Nov 2026.
Apply: https://nuvolos.com/fellowship-programme
Region: Global (research institutions)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
PhD candidates, postdocs, research software engineers in computational fields (AI/ML and adjacent), affiliated with an accredited research institution.
Submissions end 6 Nov 2026; decisions by 27 Nov 2026.
Who can apply: Africa (Sub-Saharan Africa focus; virtual; page references peers across Africa / 10+ African countries)
Inaugural cohort EOI; facilitated virtual learning with peers from across Africa (~5 hrs/week, 7 weeks). Capstone proposals enter a $500–$1,000 micro-grant pool.
8 Nov 2026Closing soon
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Global AI Youth Network: Sub-Saharan Africa (GAIN SSA)
Inaugural cohort EOI; facilitated virtual learning with peers from across Africa (~5 hrs/week, 7 weeks). Capstone proposals enter a $500–$1,000 micro-grant pool.
WHAT YOU GET
7-week virtual facilitated fellowship mapping AI safety careers; mentorship links; micro grants for compute/travel to SSA alignment conferences.
Africa (virtual)
EOI closes 8 Nov 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Global AI Youth Network: Sub-Saharan Africa (GAIN SSA)
Eligibility: Inaugural cohort EOI; facilitated virtual learning with peers from across Africa (~5 hrs/week, 7 weeks). Capstone proposals enter a $500–$1,000 micro-grant pool.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: Africa (Sub-Saharan Africa focus; virtual; page references peers across Africa / 10+ African countries)
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: 7-week virtual facilitated fellowship mapping AI safety careers; mentorship links; micro grants for compute/travel to SSA alignment conferences.
Deadline: EOI closes 8 Nov 2026
Apply: https://gainssa.org/initiatives/fellowship
Region: Africa (virtual)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Inaugural cohort EOI; facilitated virtual learning with peers from across Africa (~5 hrs/week, 7 weeks). Capstone proposals enter a $500–$1,000 micro-grant pool.
Final applications are only open to people already approved at the initial application stage. New initial applications for this round are closed. Programme is open to applicants around the world (remote). Student visa holders must be allowed to work 30 hours/week.
9 Nov 2026Closing soon
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Outreachy
Final applications are only open to people already approved at the initial application stage. New initial applications for this round are closed. Programme is open to applicants around the world (remote). Student visa holders must be allowed to work 30 hours/week.
WHAT YOU GET
Paid remote open-source internship with mentoring.
Global (remote)
Final applications due 9 Nov 2026, 4pm UTC
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Outreachy
Eligibility: Final applications are only open to people already approved at the initial application stage. New initial applications for this round are closed. Programme is open to applicants around the world (remote). Student visa holders must be allowed to work 30 hours/week.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated (remote internship; page discusses student-visa work-hour rules, not sponsorship)
What you get: Paid remote open-source internship with mentoring.
Deadline: Final applications due 9 Nov 2026, 4pm UTC
Apply: https://www.outreachy.org/apply/project-selection/
Region: Global (remote)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Final applications are only open to people already approved at the initial application stage. New initial applications for this round are closed. Programme is open to applicants around the world (remote). Student visa holders must be allowed to work 30 hours/week.
Final applications due 9 Nov 2026, 4pm UTC
Visa or relocation support: not stated (remote internship; page discusses student-visa work-hour rules, not sponsorship)
Gates Foundation AI Fellow: Africa Regional Offices
Who can apply: Nigeria, Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya (must already have legal work rights in the posting country)
Bachelor’s or master’s in CS/Data Science/Engineering/Applied Math or related; ~2+ years applying AI (health/ag preferred). 12-month limited-term roles based in Abuja, Nigeria / Addis Ababa, Ethiopia / Johannesburg, South Africa / Nairobi, Kenya. Official posting: candidates must be able to legally work in the country of the role without visa sponsorship; relocation support will not be provided. Apply by 11 November.
11 Nov 2026
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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Bachelor’s or master’s in CS/Data Science/Engineering/Applied Math or related; ~2+ years applying AI (health/ag preferred). 12-month limited-term roles based in Abuja, Nigeria / Addis Ababa, Ethiopia / Johannesburg, South Africa / Nairobi, Kenya. Official posting: candidates must be able to legally work in the country of the role without visa sponsorship; relocation support will not be provided. Apply by 11 November.
WHAT YOU GET
Paid AI fellowship embedded with Africa team; high-priority AI-for-health/development projects; mentorship and Foundation network.
Africa (selected cities)
11 Nov 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Eligibility: Bachelor’s or master’s in CS/Data Science/Engineering/Applied Math or related; ~2+ years applying AI (health/ag preferred). 12-month limited-term roles based in Abuja, Nigeria / Addis Ababa, Ethiopia / Johannesburg, South Africa / Nairobi, Kenya. Official posting: candidates must be able to legally work in the country of the role without visa sponsorship; relocation support will not be provided. Apply by 11 November.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: Nigeria, Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya (must already have legal work rights in the posting country)
Visa or relocation support: no
What you get: Paid AI fellowship embedded with Africa team; high-priority AI-for-health/development projects; mentorship and Foundation network.
Deadline: 11 Nov 2026
Apply: https://gatesfoundation.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Gates/job/AI-Fellow---Africa-Regional-Offices_B021830-1
Region: Africa (selected cities)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Bachelor’s or master’s in CS/Data Science/Engineering/Applied Math or related; ~2+ years applying AI (health/ag preferred). 12-month limited-term roles based in Abuja, Nigeria / Addis Ababa, Ethiopia / Johannesburg, South Africa / Nairobi, Kenya. Official posting: candidates must be able to legally work in the country of the role without visa sponsorship; relocation support will not be provided. Apply by 11 November.
Private for-profit startups using frontier tech (AI/ML/blockchain/data science) for girls’ and women’s health/SRHR; registered in a UNICEF programme country; functional prototype; committed to open-source licensing. Women-led and founders under 35 strongly encouraged.
11 Nov 2026
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UNICEF Venture Fund / Office of Innovation
Private for-profit startups using frontier tech (AI/ML/blockchain/data science) for girls’ and women’s health/SRHR; registered in a UNICEF programme country; functional prototype; committed to open-source licensing. Women-led and founders under 35 strongly encouraged.
WHAT YOU GET
Up to US$100,000 equity-free funding, 12 months technical mentorship, UNICEF network access.
Global South / UNICEF programme countries (many in Africa)
11 Nov 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: UNICEF Venture Fund / Office of Innovation
Eligibility: Private for-profit startups using frontier tech (AI/ML/blockchain/data science) for girls’ and women’s health/SRHR; registered in a UNICEF programme country; functional prototype; committed to open-source licensing. Women-led and founders under 35 strongly encouraged.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: UNICEF programme countries
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to US$100,000 equity-free funding, 12 months technical mentorship, UNICEF network access.
Deadline: 11 Nov 2026
Apply: https://www.unicef.org/innovation/FemTechCall
Region: Global South / UNICEF programme countries (many in Africa)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Private for-profit startups using frontier tech (AI/ML/blockchain/data science) for girls’ and women’s health/SRHR; registered in a UNICEF programme country; functional prototype; committed to open-source licensing. Women-led and founders under 35 strongly encouraged.
Above legal age of majority; most countries (standard Devpost exceptions). Project must meaningfully use PayPal and AI.
12 Nov 2026
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PayPal (Devpost)
Above legal age of majority; most countries (standard Devpost exceptions). Project must meaningfully use PayPal and AI.
WHAT YOU GET
Global online hackathon; $67,500+ cash and partner prizes (1st place $12,000).
Global (online)
12 Nov 2026 @ 12:00pm PST
Source notes & eligibility
Host: PayPal (Devpost)
Eligibility: Above legal age of majority; most countries (standard Devpost exceptions). Project must meaningfully use PayPal and AI.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Global online hackathon; $67,500+ cash and partner prizes (1st place $12,000).
Deadline: 12 Nov 2026 @ 12:00pm PST
Apply: https://paypalaihackathon.devpost.com/
Region: Global (online)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Lacuna Fund / ACTS: Advancing SDG outcomes through open datasets
Who can apply: Global South LMICs (Africa, Latin America, South & Southeast Asia per Wellcome LMIC guidance)
Non-profits, research institutions, for-profit social enterprises (or teams) headquartered in a Global South LMIC (Africa, Latin America, South and Southeast Asia: Wellcome Trust LMIC list). Must use existing Lacuna Fund open datasets to train/scale ML models or build applications.
13 Nov 2026
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Lacuna Fund with African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS); funder Wellcome Trust
Non-profits, research institutions, for-profit social enterprises (or teams) headquartered in a Global South LMIC (Africa, Latin America, South and Southeast Asia: Wellcome Trust LMIC list). Must use existing Lacuna Fund open datasets to train/scale ML models or build applications.
WHAT YOU GET
Up to USD 10,000 per award (3 awards; ~USD 30,000 pool); implementation Dec 2026–May 2027.
Global South LMICs
Full proposals due 13 Nov 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Lacuna Fund with African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS); funder Wellcome Trust
Eligibility: Non-profits, research institutions, for-profit social enterprises (or teams) headquartered in a Global South LMIC (Africa, Latin America, South and Southeast Asia: Wellcome Trust LMIC list). Must use existing Lacuna Fund open datasets to train/scale ML models or build applications.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: Global South LMICs (Africa, Latin America, South & Southeast Asia per Wellcome LMIC guidance)
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to USD 10,000 per award (3 awards; ~USD 30,000 pool); implementation Dec 2026–May 2027.
Deadline: Full proposals due 13 Nov 2026
Apply: https://lacunafund.org/apply/ (detail: https://acts-net.org/opportunities/advancing-sdg-outcomes-through-the-utilization-of-lacuna-funds-open-datasets/)
Region: Global South LMICs
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Non-profits, research institutions, for-profit social enterprises (or teams) headquartered in a Global South LMIC (Africa, Latin America, South and Southeast Asia: Wellcome Trust LMIC list). Must use existing Lacuna Fund open datasets to train/scale ML models or build applications.
UN-based pitching platform, mentorship, networking, path to Grand Finale at AI for Good Summit.
Global
Applications open until 23 Nov 2026 for the 8 Dec 2026 live pitching session (monthly pitches continue into 2027).
Source notes & eligibility
Host: International Telecommunication Union (AI for Good)
Eligibility: AI-core startups, 6+ months operating, <US$1M funding, online presence, MVP/prototype, clear business plan.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: UN-based pitching platform, mentorship, networking, path to Grand Finale at AI for Good Summit.
Deadline: Applications open until 23 Nov 2026 for the 8 Dec 2026 live pitching session (monthly pitches continue into 2027).
Apply: https://aiforgood.itu.int/innovation-factory-startup-application-form/ (event: https://aiforgood.itu.int/event/ai-for-good-innovation-factory-2026-live-pitching-session/)
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Entrants must be at least 18 and the age of majority where they live. Participation is open worldwide where lawful, subject to applicable restrictions.
2 Dec 2026
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Qodo
Entrants must be at least 18 and the age of majority where they live. Participation is open worldwide where lawful, subject to applicable restrictions.
WHAT YOU GET
4-week weekday challenges (2 Nov–2 Dec 2026); top prizes include iPhone Duo, Mac Mini, Nintendo Switch 2, plus weekly merch. Free Qodo licenses for the event.
Global (online)
Final submission by 2 Dec 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Qodo
Eligibility: Entrants must be at least 18 and the age of majority where they live. Participation is open worldwide where lawful, subject to applicable restrictions.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: 4-week weekday challenges (2 Nov–2 Dec 2026); top prizes include iPhone Duo, Mac Mini, Nintendo Switch 2, plus weekly merch. Free Qodo licenses for the event.
Deadline: Final submission by 2 Dec 2026
Apply: https://hackathon.qodo.ai/
Region: Global (online)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Entrants must be at least 18 and the age of majority where they live. Participation is open worldwide where lawful, subject to applicable restrictions.
BridgeAI Deployment Catalyst: AI for operational systems
Who can apply: UK only
UK consortia only: AI SME (TRL 5–6) plus medium/large deployer organisation. Not a solo founder grant.
8 Dec 2026
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UKRI / Innovate UK (BridgeAI)
UK consortia only: AI SME (TRL 5–6) plus medium/large deployer organisation. Not a solo founder grant.
WHAT YOU GET
Share of up to £5 million competition for deploying AI into operational systems.
UK
8 Dec 2026, 11:00 UK
Source notes & eligibility
Host: UKRI / Innovate UK (BridgeAI)
Eligibility: UK consortia only: AI SME (TRL 5–6) plus medium/large deployer organisation. Not a solo founder grant.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: UK
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Share of up to £5 million competition for deploying AI into operational systems.
Deadline: 8 Dec 2026, 11:00 UK
Apply: https://www.ukri.org/opportunity/bridgeai-deployment-catalyst-ai-for-operational-systems/
Region: UK
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Programmers at any stage; admissions process (written app + interviews). Attend in NYC or remotely. FAQ: people from 50+ countries; “Can you sponsor visas? No, sorry.”
13 Dec 2026
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Recurse Center
Programmers at any stage; admissions process (written app + interviews). Attend in NYC or remotely. FAQ: people from 50+ countries; “Can you sponsor visas? No, sorry.”
WHAT YOU GET
6 or 12 week self-directed programming retreat; peer community; career support. Never free of charge for everyone: check current financial aid / fee details on site.
Global (NYC hub or remote)
Applications always open. On-time for Winter 2 2027 (4 Jan–26 Mar 2027): Sunday 13 Dec 2026.
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Recurse Center
Eligibility: Programmers at any stage; admissions process (written app + interviews). Attend in NYC or remotely. FAQ: people from 50+ countries; “Can you sponsor visas? No, sorry.”
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: no
What you get: 6 or 12 week self-directed programming retreat; peer community; career support. Never free of charge for everyone: check current financial aid / fee details on site.
Deadline: Applications always open. On-time for Winter 2 2027 (4 Jan–26 Mar 2027): Sunday 13 Dec 2026.
Apply: https://www.recurse.com/apply
Region: Global (NYC hub or remote)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Programmers at any stage; admissions process (written app + interviews). Attend in NYC or remotely. FAQ: people from 50+ countries; “Can you sponsor visas? No, sorry.”
Applications always open. On-time for Winter 2 2027 (4 Jan–26 Mar 2027): Sunday 13 Dec 2026.
Students ages 13+ only; all countries except standard Devpost exceptions. Solo or any team size.
26 Dec 2026
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GenHacks / Project Dextera (Devpost)
Students ages 13+ only; all countries except standard Devpost exceptions. Solo or any team size.
WHAT YOU GET
Virtual hackathon with AI/agentic and other tracks; CAD $1,050+ cash plus partner credits.
Global (students, online)
Submit by 26 Dec 2026, 12:00am EST (build window from 1 Nov)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: GenHacks / Project Dextera (Devpost)
Eligibility: Students ages 13+ only; all countries except standard Devpost exceptions. Solo or any team size.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Virtual hackathon with AI/agentic and other tracks; CAD $1,050+ cash plus partner credits.
Deadline: Submit by 26 Dec 2026, 12:00am EST (build window from 1 Nov)
Apply: https://genhacks-open.devpost.com/
Region: Global (students, online)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Amazon Software Development Engineer Intern: Summer 2027 (USA)
Who can apply: US only
18+; enrolled in Bachelor’s or above in CS/related STEM; programming experience; expected degree conferral Oct 2027–Sep 2029; at least one term remaining after internship. Full-time 12-week in-person US internship. Visa/sponsorship not stated on the job posting opened this session.
Rolling applications
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Amazon
18+; enrolled in Bachelor’s or above in CS/related STEM; programming experience; expected degree conferral Oct 2027–Sep 2029; at least one term remaining after internship. Full-time 12-week in-person US internship. Visa/sponsorship not stated on the job posting opened this session.
WHAT YOU GET
Paid SDE internship (location-based pay listed on posting); mentorship; real product ownership. Application also considered for other 2027 seasons subject to availability.
USA (multiple cities)
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis (per job posting)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon
Eligibility: 18+; enrolled in Bachelor’s or above in CS/related STEM; programming experience; expected degree conferral Oct 2027–Sep 2029; at least one term remaining after internship. Full-time 12-week in-person US internship. Visa/sponsorship not stated on the job posting opened this session.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: USA (internship locations in the United States)
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Paid SDE internship (location-based pay listed on posting); mentorship; real product ownership. Application also considered for other 2027 seasons subject to availability.
Deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis (per job posting)
Apply: https://amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10552937/software-development-engineer-intern-summer-2027-usa (hub: https://www.amazon.jobs/en/teams/internships-for-students)
Region: USA (multiple cities)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
18+; enrolled in Bachelor’s or above in CS/related STEM; programming experience; expected degree conferral Oct 2027–Sep 2029; at least one term remaining after internship. Full-time 12-week in-person US internship. Visa/sponsorship not stated on the job posting opened this session.
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis (per job posting)
Aspiring and early founders; residency model varies by location (multi-city worldwide, including African locations among others).
Rolling applications
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Antler
Aspiring and early founders; residency model varies by location (multi-city worldwide, including African locations among others).
WHAT YOU GET
Day-zero / early-stage investment and residency support across Antler locations worldwide.
Global (multi-city, incl. Europe, Asia, Africa, LatAm, ANZ, NA)
Rolling by location: use apply page
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Antler
Eligibility: Aspiring and early founders; residency model varies by location (multi-city worldwide, including African locations among others).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Day-zero / early-stage investment and residency support across Antler locations worldwide.
Deadline: Rolling by location: use apply page
Apply: https://www.antler.co/apply
Region: Global (multi-city, incl. Europe, Asia, Africa, LatAm, ANZ, NA)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Pre-Series B startups founded in the last 10 years; AWS account on Paid Tier Plan; new to Activate or requesting more credits than previously received. Founders (self-funded) or Portfolio (with Activate Provider Org ID).
Rolling applications
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Amazon Web Services
Pre-Series B startups founded in the last 10 years; AWS account on Paid Tier Plan; new to Activate or requesting more credits than previously received. Founders (self-funded) or Portfolio (with Activate Provider Org ID).
WHAT YOU GET
Founders up to $5,000 (start with $1,000); Portfolio up to $200,000 in Activate Credits. Additional AI credits invite-only after Portfolio.
GlobalAWS
Rolling (decisions typically 5–10 business days)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: Pre-Series B startups founded in the last 10 years; AWS account on Paid Tier Plan; new to Activate or requesting more credits than previously received. Founders (self-funded) or Portfolio (with Activate Provider Org ID).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Founders up to $5,000 (start with $1,000); Portfolio up to $200,000 in Activate Credits. Additional AI credits invite-only after Portfolio.
Deadline: Rolling (decisions typically 5–10 business days)
Apply: https://aws.amazon.com/startups/credits/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Pre-Series B startups founded in the last 10 years; AWS account on Paid Tier Plan; new to Activate or requesting more credits than previously received. Founders (self-funded) or Portfolio (with Activate Provider Org ID).
Free self-paced courses, workshops in AWS sandboxes (no credit card), community. Verified students unlock 1 year of full Skill Builder access (900+ courses, labs, exam prep) and a path to a free foundational certification exam voucher after earning 21 badges.
GlobalAWSFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: Learners and verified students.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free self-paced courses, workshops in AWS sandboxes (no credit card), community. Verified students unlock 1 year of full Skill Builder access (900+ courses, labs, exam prep) and a path to a free foundational certification exam voucher after earning 21 badges.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://builder.aws.com/learn/students (community hub: https://builder.aws.com/)
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Any individual; learners as young as 13 can register with an email (no credit card). Job board for learners 18+.
Rolling applications
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Amazon Web Services
Any individual; learners as young as 13 can register with an email (no credit card). Job board for learners 18+.
WHAT YOU GET
Free curated beginner cloud and AI learning paths, hands-on labs, digital badges; Educate Job Board for 18+.
GlobalAWSFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: Any individual; learners as young as 13 can register with an email (no credit card). Job board for learners 18+.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free curated beginner cloud and AI learning paths, hands-on labs, digital badges; Educate Job Board for 18+.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://aws.amazon.com/education/awseducate/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Up to $200 in credits for new Free plan customers ($100 immediately + up to $100 more by exploring services) over 6 months, plus Always Free monthly limits on 30+ services. Free plan closes after 6 months or when credits run out unless you convert to Paid.
GlobalAWSFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: New AWS customers (terms apply).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to $200 in credits for new Free plan customers ($100 immediately + up to $100 more by exploring services) over 6 months, plus Always Free monthly limits on 30+ services. Free plan closes after 6 months or when credits run out unless you convert to Paid.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://aws.amazon.com/free/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Who can apply: varies by local partner worldwide; verified open Per Scholas cohorts are USA (require U.S. work authorization)
Typically 18+, unemployed or underemployed; exact rules vary by partner and country. Technology background not required. Free to the learner. Verified open US cohorts (Per Scholas): all Per Scholas learners must provide proof of valid U.S. work authorization before training.
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Amazon Web Services with local collaborating organisations
Typically 18+, unemployed or underemployed; exact rules vary by partner and country. Technology background not required. Free to the learner. Verified open US cohorts (Per Scholas): all Per Scholas learners must provide proof of valid U.S. work authorization before training.
Global via local partners (APAC, Europe, LatAm, MEA, North America)AWSFree
Varies by partner. Official directory: https://aws.amazon.com/training/restart/how-to-apply/
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services with local collaborating organisations
Eligibility: Typically 18+, unemployed or underemployed; exact rules vary by partner and country. Technology background not required. Free to the learner. Verified open US cohorts (Per Scholas): all Per Scholas learners must provide proof of valid U.S. work authorization before training.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: varies by local partner worldwide; verified open Per Scholas cohorts are USA (require U.S. work authorization)
Visa or relocation support: no (Per Scholas requires existing U.S. work authorization; not stated for other partners)
What you get: Cohort-based instructor-led cloud training, labs, professional skills, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner prep, employer connections.
Deadline: Varies by partner. Official directory: https://aws.amazon.com/training/restart/how-to-apply/
Verified open US cohorts (Per Scholas, remote): North Carolina apply by 9 Nov 2026 (starts 23 Nov); Baltimore and National apply by 23 Nov 2026 (starts 7 Dec). Partner page: https://www.perscholas.org/courses/aws-re-start/
Programme overview: https://aws.amazon.com/training/restart/
Region: Global via local partners (APAC, Europe, LatAm, MEA, North America)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Typically 18+, unemployed or underemployed; exact rules vary by partner and country. Technology background not required. Free to the learner. Verified open US cohorts (Per Scholas): all Per Scholas learners must provide proof of valid U.S. work authorization before training.
Varies by partner. Official directory: https://aws.amazon.com/training/restart/how-to-apply/
Visa or relocation support: no (Per Scholas requires existing U.S. work authorization; not stated for other partners)
1,000+ free learning resources / 900+ free self-paced digital courses covering AWS Cloud and AI; badges and selected free labs. Paid Individual/Team subscriptions unlock immersive labs and full exam prep.
GlobalAWSFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: Anyone with a free Skill Builder account.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: 1,000+ free learning resources / 900+ free self-paced digital courses covering AWS Cloud and AI; badges and selected free labs. Paid Individual/Team subscriptions unlock immersive labs and full exam prep.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://skillbuilder.aws/ (overview: https://aws.amazon.com/training/digital/)
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Post-secondary students / learners 18+. Join an existing campus group or apply to start one if none exists.
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Amazon Web Services
Post-secondary students / learners 18+. Join an existing campus group or apply to start one if none exists.
WHAT YOU GET
Student-led campus community for cloud/AI building and events. Group Leaders can receive AWS credits, certification vouchers, swag, and AWS staff support (per programme FAQ).
Global (campus-based)AWS
Rolling (membership / leadership applications via programme page)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Amazon Web Services
Eligibility: Post-secondary students / learners 18+. Join an existing campus group or apply to start one if none exists.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Student-led campus community for cloud/AI building and events. Group Leaders can receive AWS credits, certification vouchers, swag, and AWS staff support (per programme FAQ).
Deadline: Rolling (membership / leadership applications via programme page)
Apply: https://aws.amazon.com/developer/community/students/cloudclubs/
Region: Global (campus-based)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Check eligibility on the official page. Country-group membership has not been assumed.
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Microsoft
Verified students (see page for country rules).
WHAT YOU GET
$100 in Azure credits and free services (no credit card for the student offer as stated on page).
Global (eligible countries)MicrosoftFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Microsoft
Eligibility: Verified students (see page for country rules).
Who can apply (location): Unclear on official page
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: $100 in Azure credits and free services (no credit card for the student offer as stated on page).
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/free/students/
Region: Global (eligible countries)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Incorporated ≤10 years, funded up to Series B (tier rules), tech product, public website, first-time programme applicants. Not for consultancies/agencies/edu/gov as stated.
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Cloudflare
Incorporated ≤10 years, funded up to Series B (tier rules), tech product, public website, first-time programme applicants. Not for consultancies/agencies/edu/gov as stated.
WHAT YOU GET
$10k / $100k / $350k credits by tier for one year, plus security/networking features at no cost.
Global
Rolling (review often ~48 hours)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Cloudflare
Eligibility: Incorporated ≤10 years, funded up to Series B (tier rules), tech product, public website, first-time programme applicants. Not for consultancies/agencies/edu/gov as stated.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: $10k / $100k / $350k credits by tier for one year, plus security/networking features at no cost.
Deadline: Rolling (review often ~48 hours)
Apply: https://www.cloudflare.com/startups/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Incorporated ≤10 years, funded up to Series B (tier rules), tech product, public website, first-time programme applicants. Not for consultancies/agencies/edu/gov as stated.
Who can apply: UK (Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield) and South Africa (Cape Town)
18+, low-income / underrepresented pathways into tech. Must live within 90 minutes by public transport of Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield or Cape Town. Duolingo English Test (free, B2).
See deadline details
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CodeYourFuture
18+, low-income / underrepresented pathways into tech. Must live within 90 minutes by public transport of Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield or Cape Town. Duolingo English Test (free, B2).
WHAT YOU GET
Free intro course 1–28 Nov 2026 into digital skills and CYF community.
UK + South Africa (Cape Town)Free
Join within the November course window (confirm next steps on page).
Source notes & eligibility
Host: CodeYourFuture
Eligibility: 18+, low-income / underrepresented pathways into tech. Must live within 90 minutes by public transport of Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield or Cape Town. Duolingo English Test (free, B2).
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: UK (Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield) and South Africa (Cape Town)
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free intro course 1–28 Nov 2026 into digital skills and CYF community.
Deadline: Join within the November course window (confirm next steps on page).
Apply: https://codeyourfuture.io/train-with-us/
Region: UK + South Africa (Cape Town)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
18+, low-income / underrepresented pathways into tech. Must live within 90 minutes by public transport of Birmingham, Glasgow, London, Manchester, Sheffield or Cape Town. Duolingo English Test (free, B2).
Join within the November course window (confirm next steps on page).
Anyone (some short courses free to audit/watch; paid certificates optional).
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DeepLearning.AI
Anyone (some short courses free to audit/watch; paid certificates optional).
WHAT YOU GET
Industry AI courses (Andrew Ng and collaborators), including free video access on many offerings.
GlobalFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: DeepLearning.AI
Eligibility: Anyone (some short courses free to audit/watch; paid certificates optional).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Industry AI courses (Andrew Ng and collaborators), including free video access on many offerings.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://www.deeplearning.ai/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Founders Factory Africa: Gen F Entrepreneur in Residence
Who can apply: Africa (founders building for African markets; FFA Africa programme)
Aspiring / early founders and domain experts building pre-revenue, tech solutions to deep African problems; able to commit full-time 10–12 weeks. Applications always open (rolling).
Rolling applications
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Founders Factory Africa (Gen F)
Aspiring / early founders and domain experts building pre-revenue, tech solutions to deep African problems; able to commit full-time 10–12 weeks. Applications always open (rolling).
WHAT YOU GET
12-week Venture Design Studio sprint; validation/experimentation budget; upon IC approval, up to $250,000 investment and studio services.
Africa
Rolling (always open)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Founders Factory Africa (Gen F)
Eligibility: Aspiring / early founders and domain experts building pre-revenue, tech solutions to deep African problems; able to commit full-time 10–12 weeks. Applications always open (rolling).
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: Africa (founders building for African markets; FFA Africa programme)
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: 12-week Venture Design Studio sprint; validation/experimentation budget; upon IC approval, up to $250,000 investment and studio services.
Deadline: Rolling (always open)
Apply: https://www.foundersfactory.africa/gen-f-eir-initiative
Region: Africa
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Aspiring / early founders and domain experts building pre-revenue, tech solutions to deep African problems; able to commit full-time 10–12 weeks. Applications always open (rolling).
Free project-based curriculum and verifiable certifications (web, Python, data, AI Engineering pathways, and more).
GlobalFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: freeCodeCamp (nonprofit)
Eligibility: Anyone.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free project-based curriculum and verifiable certifications (web, Python, data, AI Engineering pathways, and more).
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://www.freecodecamp.org/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Free and discounted developer tools, cloud credits, and learning offers from many partners.
GlobalFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: GitHub Education
Eligibility: Verified students.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free and discounted developer tools, cloud credits, and learning offers from many partners.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://education.github.com/pack
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Current students at regionally accredited, non-profit colleges/universities in supported countries.
Rolling applications
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Google Cloud
Current students at regionally accredited, non-profit colleges/universities in supported countries.
WHAT YOU GET
Request 200 Google Skills credits (expire one year after issue); skill badges and certificates pathways.
Global (supported countries)Google
Rolling (approval can take up to ~2 weeks)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google Cloud
Eligibility: Current students at regionally accredited, non-profit colleges/universities in supported countries.
Who can apply (location): Unclear on official page
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Request 200 Google Skills credits (expire one year after issue); skill badges and certificates pathways.
Deadline: Rolling (approval can take up to ~2 weeks)
Apply: https://cloud.google.com/edu/students
Region: Global (supported countries)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
$300 free trial credit plus Always Free tier products.
GlobalGoogleFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google Cloud
Eligibility: New Google Cloud customers (terms apply).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: $300 free trial credit plus Always Free tier products.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://cloud.google.com/free
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Digital-native startups (typically Pre-Seed to Series A; founded within last ~3–5 years depending on tier). Working website and matching business email required. Exclusions apply (agencies, crypto mining, etc.).
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Google Cloud
Digital-native startups (typically Pre-Seed to Series A; founded within last ~3–5 years depending on tier). Working website and matching business email required. Exclusions apply (agencies, crypto mining, etc.).
WHAT YOU GET
Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits over two years for AI startups (tier-dependent), training, Workspace/Maps benefits subject to terms.
Global (where Google Cloud is available)Google
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google Cloud
Eligibility: Digital-native startups (typically Pre-Seed to Series A; founded within last ~3–5 years depending on tier). Working website and matching business email required. Exclusions apply (agencies, crypto mining, etc.).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits over two years for AI startups (tier-dependent), training, Workspace/Maps benefits subject to terms.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://cloud.google.com/startup
Region: Global (where Google Cloud is available)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Digital-native startups (typically Pre-Seed to Series A; founded within last ~3–5 years depending on tier). Working website and matching business email required. Exclusions apply (agencies, crypto mining, etc.).
Official Google Africa blog: registration open in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria for live bootcamps and webinars; completely free. Practical AI and business-growth sessions (one-day bootcamps + 60-minute webinars).
Rolling applications
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Google (Africa)
Official Google Africa blog: registration open in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria for live bootcamps and webinars; completely free. Practical AI and business-growth sessions (one-day bootcamps + 60-minute webinars).
WHAT YOU GET
Free AI/business bootcamps and webinars; path into Career Certificates community.
South Africa, Kenya, NigeriaGoogle
Rolling registration while sessions are open (confirm dates on RSVP page)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google (Africa)
Eligibility: Official Google Africa blog: registration open in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria for live bootcamps and webinars; completely free. Practical AI and business-growth sessions (one-day bootcamps + 60-minute webinars).
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free AI/business bootcamps and webinars; path into Career Certificates community.
Deadline: Rolling registration while sessions are open (confirm dates on RSVP page)
Apply: https://rsvp.withgoogle.com/events/hustle-academy (announcement: https://blog.google/intl/en-africa/from-side-hustle-to-digital-powerhouse-bridging-africas-100bn-ai-gap/)
Region: South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Official Google Africa blog: registration open in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria for live bootcamps and webinars; completely free. Practical AI and business-growth sessions (one-day bootcamps + 60-minute webinars).
Rolling registration while sessions are open (confirm dates on RSVP page)
See GEAR page (learning credits for hands-on labs).
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Google Developer Program
See GEAR page (learning credits for hands-on labs).
WHAT YOU GET
35 Google Skills learning credits per month.
GlobalGoogle
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google Developer Program
Eligibility: See GEAR page (learning credits for hands-on labs).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: 35 Google Skills learning credits per month.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://developers.google.com/program/gear
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Free courses and credentials across digital skills, AI, cloud, and career readiness.
GlobalFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: IBM
Eligibility: Learners worldwide (some tracks partner-gated).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free courses and credentials across digital skills, AI, cloud, and career readiness.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://skillsbuild.org/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Startups building on Azure; see portal for current criteria.
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Microsoft
Startups building on Azure; see portal for current criteria.
WHAT YOU GET
Up to $150,000 in Azure credits, AI tools, go-to-market support.
GlobalMicrosoft
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Microsoft
Eligibility: Startups building on Azure; see portal for current criteria.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to $150,000 in Azure credits, AI tools, go-to-market support.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://startups.microsoft.com/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Training, community, event hosting support, early access to Microsoft learning resources.
GlobalMicrosoft
Rolling / open applications on page
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Microsoft
Eligibility: Students; community leadership programme.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Training, community, event hosting support, early access to Microsoft learning resources.
Deadline: Rolling / open applications on page
Apply: https://studentambassadors.microsoft.com/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Anyone meeting programme requirements; remote-first. Must reside in a country not embargoed by the United States; willing to be online in ET/PT/GMT/IST business hours.
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Major League Hacking
Anyone meeting programme requirements; remote-first. Must reside in a country not embargoed by the United States; willing to be online in ET/PT/GMT/IST business hours.
Applications rolling; apply early (typical Spring deadline around early January 2027: confirm on the apply flow).
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Major League Hacking
Eligibility: Anyone meeting programme requirements; remote-first. Must reside in a country not embargoed by the United States; willing to be online in ET/PT/GMT/IST business hours.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Paid remote open-source fellowship batch 25 Jan–16 Apr 2027.
Deadline: Applications rolling; apply early (typical Spring deadline around early January 2027: confirm on the apply flow).
Apply: https://fellowship.mlh.io/programs/open-source
Region: Global (remote)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Anyone meeting programme requirements; remote-first. Must reside in a country not embargoed by the United States; willing to be online in ET/PT/GMT/IST business hours.
Applications rolling; apply early (typical Spring deadline around early January 2027: confirm on the apply flow).
Week of beginner-friendly challenges, livestreams, Discord community, XP/points.
Global (online)Free
6–12 Nov 2026
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Major League Hacking
Eligibility: Free for anyone, anywhere.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Week of beginner-friendly challenges, livestreams, Discord community, XP/points.
Dates: 6–12 Nov 2026
Register: https://ghw.mlh.com/ (event: https://events.mlh.io/events/14729-global-hack-week-builders-week)
Region: Global (online)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Early-stage startups; VC/accelerator referral preferred: check apply path on page.
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MongoDB
Early-stage startups; VC/accelerator referral preferred: check apply path on page.
WHAT YOU GET
Atlas credits and startup support (amounts confirmed on approval).
Global
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: MongoDB
Eligibility: Early-stage startups; VC/accelerator referral preferred: check apply path on page.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Atlas credits and startup support (amounts confirmed on approval).
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://www.mongodb.com/startups
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Incorporated startup <10 years, working website, clear NVIDIA tech use case, founder-operated. Not for consultancies, crypto, CSPs, resellers, public companies.
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NVIDIA
Incorporated startup <10 years, working website, clear NVIDIA tech use case, founder-operated. Not for consultancies, crypto, CSPs, resellers, public companies.
WHAT YOU GET
Free membership; training, preferred pricing, partner offers, optional VC exposure. No equity, no fees, no cohorts.
GlobalFree
Rolling
Source notes & eligibility
Host: NVIDIA
Eligibility: Incorporated startup <10 years, working website, clear NVIDIA tech use case, founder-operated. Not for consultancies, crypto, CSPs, resellers, public companies.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free membership; training, preferred pricing, partner offers, optional VC exposure. No equity, no fees, no cohorts.
Deadline: Rolling
Apply: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/startups/
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Incorporated startup <10 years, working website, clear NVIDIA tech use case, founder-operated. Not for consultancies, crypto, CSPs, resellers, public companies.
Ongoing competition hubs (check each contest deadline)
Who can apply: Open worldwide, remote
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Source notes & eligibility
Kaggle: https://www.kaggle.com/competitions: global ML/data competitions; deadlines vary by contest.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
Zindi: https://zindi.africa/competitions: Africa-rooted data science challenges open to a global community; deadlines vary by challenge.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Official Google Africa blog (2 Nov 2026): platform is entirely free and open to everyone across the continent: students, entrepreneurs, developers. Unified hub for 15+ Google training initiatives (Career Certificates, Hustle Academy, Google Cloud Skills, AI modules); low-data / offline-ready.
Rolling applications
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Google (Africa)
Official Google Africa blog (2 Nov 2026): platform is entirely free and open to everyone across the continent: students, entrepreneurs, developers. Unified hub for 15+ Google training initiatives (Career Certificates, Hustle Academy, Google Cloud Skills, AI modules); low-data / offline-ready.
WHAT YOU GET
Free AI, cloud, entrepreneurship, and career learning on one hub; SCOUT study companion; badges/streaks.
AfricaGoogle
Rolling (launched 2 Nov 2026)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Google (Africa)
Eligibility: Official Google Africa blog (2 Nov 2026): platform is entirely free and open to everyone across the continent: students, entrepreneurs, developers. Unified hub for 15+ Google training initiatives (Career Certificates, Hustle Academy, Google Cloud Skills, AI modules); low-data / offline-ready.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: Africa
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free AI, cloud, entrepreneurship, and career learning on one hub; SCOUT study companion; badges/streaks.
Deadline: Rolling (launched 2 Nov 2026)
Apply: https://skillingafrica.withgoogle.com/ (announcement: https://blog.google/intl/en-africa/unlocking-africas-ai-potential-introducing-skilling-africa-with-google/)
Region: Africa
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Official Google Africa blog (2 Nov 2026): platform is entirely free and open to everyone across the continent: students, entrepreneurs, developers. Unified hub for 15+ Google training initiatives (Career Certificates, Hustle Academy, Google Cloud Skills, AI modules); low-data / offline-ready.
Adults in England meeting course-specific rules (often 19+, local residency). Page: you need to be 19 or over.
Rolling applications
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UK Government / Department for Education partners
Adults in England meeting course-specific rules (often 19+, local residency). Page: you need to be 19 or over.
WHAT YOU GET
Free or funded intensive skills training (digital, cloud, AI-related bootcamps appear via Find a course).
England, UKFree
Rolling by provider
Source notes & eligibility
Host: UK Government / Department for Education partners
Eligibility: Adults in England meeting course-specific rules (often 19+, local residency). Page: you need to be 19 or over.
Who can apply (location): Specific countries: England, UK
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Free or funded intensive skills training (digital, cloud, AI-related bootcamps appear via Find a course).
Deadline: Rolling by provider
Apply: https://www.skillsforcareers.education.gov.uk/pages/training-choice/skills-bootcamp
Region: England, UK
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Self-starters, career pivoters, returners, builders (engineers, PMs, ops) for real work at the intersection of AI and early-stage African startups. Phase 0 unpaid (8–12 weeks, 10–15 hrs/week); later phases paid on output. Audition on VettedAI required. No country restriction stated on the official page.
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Venture for Africa / VettedAI
Self-starters, career pivoters, returners, builders (engineers, PMs, ops) for real work at the intersection of AI and early-stage African startups. Phase 0 unpaid (8–12 weeks, 10–15 hrs/week); later phases paid on output. Audition on VettedAI required. No country restriction stated on the official page.
WHAT YOU GET
Fully remote fellowship doing live project work; path from unpaid Phase 0 to paid Contributor / Senior Contributor; hiring-partner intros at later phases.
Global remote (work focused on African startups)
Rolling admissions (limited spots per cohort)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Venture for Africa / VettedAI
Eligibility: Self-starters, career pivoters, returners, builders (engineers, PMs, ops) for real work at the intersection of AI and early-stage African startups. Phase 0 unpaid (8–12 weeks, 10–15 hrs/week); later phases paid on output. Audition on VettedAI required. No country restriction stated on the official page.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide, remote
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Fully remote fellowship doing live project work; path from unpaid Phase 0 to paid Contributor / Senior Contributor; hiring-partner intros at later phases.
Deadline: Rolling admissions (limited spots per cohort)
Apply: https://work.venturefor.africa/
Region: Global remote (work focused on African startups)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Self-starters, career pivoters, returners, builders (engineers, PMs, ops) for real work at the intersection of AI and early-stage African startups. Phase 0 unpaid (8–12 weeks, 10–15 hrs/week); later phases paid on output. Audition on VettedAI required. No country restriction stated on the official page.
Eligible startup teams (contact Startups Team; partner-backed common).
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Vercel
Eligible startup teams (contact Startups Team; partner-backed common).
WHAT YOU GET
Up to $30,000 Flexible Commitment Amount, Enterprise-tier access, startup support.
Global
Rolling (interest / contact form)
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Vercel
Eligibility: Eligible startup teams (contact Startups Team; partner-backed common).
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: not stated
What you get: Up to $30,000 Flexible Commitment Amount, Enterprise-tier access, startup support.
Deadline: Rolling (interest / contact form)
Apply: https://vercel.com/startups
Region: Global
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Early-stage startups worldwide. Batch is in person (San Francisco). YC FAQ: works with immigration attorneys that have helped hundreds of founders get visas to move to or stay in the US.
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Y Combinator
Early-stage startups worldwide. Batch is in person (San Francisco). YC FAQ: works with immigration attorneys that have helped hundreds of founders get visas to move to or stay in the US.
WHAT YOU GET
Classic YC batch funding and network (standard YC deal on admit).
Global (batch in US)
On-time deadline was 2 Nov 2026, 8pm PT. Late applications are still accepted per the apply page: apply ASAP.
Source notes & eligibility
Host: Y Combinator
Eligibility: Early-stage startups worldwide. Batch is in person (San Francisco). YC FAQ: works with immigration attorneys that have helped hundreds of founders get visas to move to or stay in the US.
Who can apply (location): Open worldwide
Visa or relocation support: yes
What you get: Classic YC batch funding and network (standard YC deal on admit).
Deadline: On-time deadline was 2 Nov 2026, 8pm PT. Late applications are still accepted per the apply page: apply ASAP.
Apply: https://www.ycombinator.com/apply
Region: Global (batch in US)
Last checked: 3 Nov 2026
Last verified 3 Nov 2026Recorded eligibility and caveats
Early-stage startups worldwide. Batch is in person (San Francisco). YC FAQ: works with immigration attorneys that have helped hundreds of founders get visas to move to or stay in the US.
On-time deadline was 2 Nov 2026, 8pm PT. Late applications are still accepted per the apply page: apply ASAP.
Verification dates come from the source document or a confirmed official-page check. Rolling entries follow dated deadlines. Eligibility and terms always apply.