Introduction
Nokia is committed to fostering a gender-equal environment, free from biases and discrimination. As part of this commitment, the company has introduced the ‘Accelerate Her in Tech’ Student Hackathon, aimed at promoting gender equality in technology. This initiative provides students with an excellent opportunity to enhance their coding skills, engage with industry leaders, and gain valuable experience in networking and software development.
Why Participate?
Students participating in this Hackathon will benefit from several advantages, including:
- Exciting Prizes: Winners will receive attractive rewards.
- Real-World Challenges: Participants will work on practical problems, improving their problem-solving abilities.
- Networking and Mentorship: Students will have the chance to interact with Nokia leaders and fellow participants.
- Internship Interview Opportunity: Top performers will be considered for an interview for the Nokia Internship Program 2026.
Who Can Apply?
This Hackathon is open to both male and female students from specific colleges that Nokia actively engages with for hiring and collaborations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Students pursuing B.Tech, MCA, or M.Tech in Computer Science (CS), Information Technology (IT), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), or related fields.
- Graduation Year: 2026.
- Academic Requirements: A minimum of 65% marks in the highest degree.
- No Active Backlogs.
Important Dates
- Registration Begins: February 26th
- Round 1 – D-Code: March 8th
- Round 2 – Code Hunt: March 21st – 23rd
- Event Finale: Last week of April (subject to change)
Internship Experience at Nokia
Many interns have shared their experiences, highlighting the benefits of Nokia’s internship program. Here are some insights from past interns:
- Hands-on Learning: Interns work on real-world projects involving AI, cloud computing, software development, and automation.
- Technical Growth: Exposure to technologies like Java, Spring Boot, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.
- Supportive Work Environment: Collaborative culture with guidance from mentors and senior professionals.
- Work-Life Balance: Opportunities to engage in team outings, hackathons, and technical events.
Conclusion
The ‘Accelerate Her in Tech’ Student Hackathon is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their talent, learn from industry experts, and advance their careers.
Best wishes to all students pursuing their dream job!
