Mentorship Program: How It Works

The mentorship program helps you build skills and contribute to open source projects in a structured way. Here’s what you can expect at each stage of the program.

1. Application Process

  • Apply to Projects: Submit your application through your Linux Foundation account for the projects you are interested in.

  • Initial Review: Your application will be reviewed over at least two weeks.

  • Complete Prerequisites: Be sure to finish all prerequisite tasks during the review period. Applications without completed prerequisites will not be accepted.

  • Check Application Status: You can monitor your application’s progress in your account dashboard.

Need help applying? See [How to Apply].

2. Selection and Onboarding

  • Notification of Results: If you are chosen, you will receive a notification by email or a phone call.

  • Onboarding Steps: You will be required to complete a contract and follow HR steps to officially join the program.

3. Participation and Learning

  • Begin Your Journey: Work closely with your mentor on the project plan and learn about open source collaboration.

  • Practical Involvement:

    • Make your first contributions by handling a few starter tasks, such as documentation edits.

    • Gradually take on more responsibility as you progress.

  • Active Community Role: Attend meetings, take part in discussions, and contribute to achieving project milestones and goals.

4. Regular Assessments

  • Scheduled Evaluations: Mentors will check your progress at several points during the program (usually three or four times).

  • Evaluation Focus:

    • Completion of tasks and milestones

    • Engagement with your mentor and the wider community

    • Steady progress according to your project plan

5. Stipend Information

  • Payment Timeline: You may receive stipends after completing your second and final evaluations.

  • Eligibility: Payments depend on satisfactory progress and completion of objectives.

  • Amount: The stipend amount varies depending on the specific project.

6. Program Completion

  • Finish All Tasks: complete all milestones, assigned tasks, and any required exams.

  • Submit Feedback: Fill out a feedback survey at the end of the program.

  • Receive Your Certificate: After meeting all the requirements, you will receive a digital Letter of Completion.

Take the first step towards your open source future with the mentorship program!

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