TechGirls is an international summer exchange program aimed to empower and inspire young women from around the world to pursue careers in science and technology. In 2022, the program is expected to support approximately 111 young women from 35 participating countries/territories and 25 U.S. peers in a dynamic four week U.S.- based experience with an 8-month mentoring program (including pre- and post-exchange).
The core of the program is a 27-day experience in the United States in partnership with Virginia Tech University. TechGirls participate in an interactive technology and computer camp, then travel to one of the following cities (Austin, Chicago, Cincinnati, Denver, Detroit, Portland or Seattle) for job shadowing at a tech company, and homestay and community service experiences. The TechGirls programming yields a multiplier effect as participants return home to conduct community based projects with 5 months of mentorship.
Persyaratan:
- Are from Indonesia;
- Are between the ages of 15 and 17 at the start of the exchange July 7th, 2022;
- Have demonstrated advanced skills and a serious interest in science, technology, engineering, and/or math in their academic studies;
- Intend to pursue higher education and/or careers in technology;
- Have strong English language skills;
- Exhibit maturity, flexibility, and open-mindedness;
- Will attend at least one additional semester of secondary school upon their return to their home country; and
- Are committed to completing a community-based project upon their return home.
- Preference will be given to those who have limited or no prior experience in the United States. You are not eligible if you have traveled to the United States in the last three years as part of any other ECA exchange program.
The TechGirls program will cover the following costs:
- Visa Fee
- Round trip international airfare from the participant’s home country to the United States
- Housing
- Meals (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Local transportation to group program events
- Cultural events organized by Legacy International
- Emergency health insurance
If you are interested in applying, visit https://techgirlsglobal.org/instructions to read the application instructions. You may begin your application on the same page.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2022
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English (UK)