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Major League Hacking · Paid open-source programMLH Fellowship
A structured, remote alternative to a traditional internship: real projects, mentors, and a portfolio US recruiters recognize. Many Indian alumni. Runs multiple batches a year.
Dates & timeline
Stipend
- Educational stipend — amount depends on your track and country of residence
- Alumni from India, Europe, Africa and Latin America
- Tracks include Software Engineering and Open Source
Why it's worth your time
The MLH Fellowship is Major League Hacking's 12-week remote program built as a deliberate alternative to a traditional internship: you work in a small pod with a dedicated mentor, ship real code (often on open-source projects used in production), and finish with a portfolio and references that US recruiters actually recognize.
It runs several batches a year across tracks like Software Engineering and Open Source, and it's open globally — Indian students are heavily represented among alumni. Because batches roll continuously, there's no single deadline panic: pick the next batch that fits your semester and apply 8–12 weeks ahead.
How to apply
Pick a track and target batch on the official site.
Apply with your GitHub profile and a code sample you're proud of.
Complete the interviews (a conversational one and a technical one).
Get matched to a pod and mentor for the 12-week program.
Frequently asked questions
Is the MLH Fellowship paid?
Yes — fellows receive an educational stipend to offset expenses during the program. The exact amount depends on your track and the country you live in during the batch.
Can Indian students apply?
Yes. The Fellowship is open globally and fully remote, and past cohorts include many students from India.
How much time does it take?
It's designed as an internship alternative — plan for an internship-level commitment across the 12 weeks. Check the current batch's page for exact weekly-hours expectations before applying.
Does it cost anything to apply or participate?
No — applying and participating are free.
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