Job description
Computer Science Students/Techies Needed to Coach Teams for Youth Hackathon
- STEM4US!, a leading nonprofit engaging youth of color around cyber and other STEM careers, is planning a Youth Hackathon on Saturday & Sunday, July 26-27, 2025.
- The online event offers elementary and middle school students the chance to learn about coding.
- Using software tools we teach the students, they can expect to work in teams to build an AI‑powered farm app, master drone piloting, and craft a portfolio piece admissions officers love.
- Hackathon teams can win cash and prizes for their efforts.
That's where you come in!
Position Description: We're looking for developers, hackers, and/or techies of any kind who enjoy mentoring youth. Coaches are needed to attend Hackathon sessions and work with teams to fine tune their projects. It's expected that 5-10 students will be assigned to each Hackathon team.
The Hackathon sessions take place Saturday July, 26, 2025, 10 AM - 7PM (EST) and Sunday, July 27, 2025, 10 AM - 5 PM (EST). Coaches should be prepared to spend at least three (3) hours between Saturday night and Sunday morning to assist their teams.
Benefits:
- Compensation: $300 (paid by Zelle after the Hackathon)
- Remote work: 100% work from home
- Chance to Coach & Mentoring: Coaches get the chance to mentor and inspire youth ages 8-18.
- Networking: Coaches enjoy opportunities to meet and develop mentoring relationships with our Hackathon planning team. This team includes senior software developers, a tech lawyer and startup venture co-founder, a computer science professor, an E-Gaming developer, and social media professionals.
- Future employment opportunities: We're always looking for workers who are committed to our youth to add to our team.
Requirements:
- Availability to participate in Hackathon on Saturday, July 26 from 10 AM - 7 PM (EST), Sunday, July 27 from 10 AM - 5PM, and availability to provide up to 3 hours of coaching after 7 pm Saturday night.
- Availability for two 1 hour training sessions in advance of Hackathon
- Use of desktop or laptop computer (no tablets) with operating system preferably from within the last 3 years.
- Home internet connection (that is not a mobile hotspot)
- Basic background check (to protect our youth)
- US residents only: Must reside and be eligible for work in the United States
To Apply: Interested candidates should apply via Indeed.com, ASAP. Interviews and hiring begin immediately.
Applications Accepted Until: July 9, 2025, early application encouraged.
Organization Description: STEM4US! is a non-profit organization formed to provide parents, teachers, and advocates with the tools to excite and prepare young people for careers in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, coding and other STEM fields. We work to achieve this goal through events including our Youth Hackathon. Additional information on the Hackathon can be found at: https://www.stem4us.org/2025-stem4us-ag-tech-hackathon
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $1.00 - $300.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- After school
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship
Pay: $1.00 - $300.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- After school
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote
