GSoC FAQ

This is the page for some of the frequently asked questions by the prospective participants of the Google Summer of Code 2010.

General Questions

Am I required to be local?

Q: If someone is selected as a student coder through the Summer of Code, will they need to be in the Boston area over the summer?

A: No, we are not asking anyone to move to Boston for the summer. While you are most welcome to come and work at the Berkman Center if you are selected for an internship, we will not force anyone accepting an internship to move.

Do I need to keep regular business hours?

Q: If I'm selected, can I work any time of the day that I want?

A: We are going to favor coders that are available for a significant amount of time Monday to Friday during [EST] business hours. We have found that synchronous communication is key to working together effectively. Consider this a requirement.

Can I have other jobs/internships/consulting gigs?

Q: I've got a consulting gig, an internship and another job lined up. Cool?

A: No. We want your full attention for the summer - it's a real job, with a real commitment from both sides.

Non Berkman geeks

Q: Is this limited to Harvard and/or Berkman coders?

A: This is open to any and all that would like to apply.

Project Priorities

Q: Are some projects a higher priority than others? If so, what are they?

A: No. It depends on the strength of the applicants and the strength of the applications. We are most interested in finding the right candidates.