Join the IBM Z Sheridan × UNSA Sheridan Hackathon, a global virtual innovation challenge bringing together students from around the world to build impactful solutions using AI, cloud, and enterprise technologies.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build real-world projects, and connect with industry leaders from top organizations including IBM, Google, Amazon, and more.
🌍 Who Can Apply- University students (all years)
- College students
- High school students (14+)
- International students from any country (fully virtual event)
💡 What You’ll Do- Collaborate in teams to design and build innovative solutions
- Work on real-world challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Use modern technologies including AI, APIs, cloud platforms, and IBM tools (watsonx.ai, IBM Cloud, IBM Z)
- Present your project to a panel of industry judges
🎯 Why Join- 🚀 Build a real AI project for your portfolio
- 🤝 Network with engineers, recruiters, and leaders from IBM, Google, Apple, Amazon, and more
- 🧠 Gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level tools and technologies
- 🏆 Win prizes, recognition, and exclusive mentorship opportunities
- 📜 Receive a certificate of participation
- 💼 Get exposure to potential internship and career opportunities
🧑⚖️ Judges IncludeProfessionals from IBM, Google, Government of Canada, Apple, Amazon, and other leading organizations, bringing real-world experience in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems.
📅 Event Details- Dates: May 8–10, 2026
- Location: Virtual (Global participation)
- Spots: Limited (rolling acceptance)
⚡ How to ApplyApply early to secure your spot: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7Y7SJ4R
Eventbrite: https://lnkd.in/eW4pb-m4
Devpost: https://lnkd.in/gRXH5Wvk
🛠️ Skills (Recommended)- Programming (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.)
- Interest in AI / Machine Learning
- Problem-solving & teamwork
- Cloud / APIs (nice to have, not required)
🌟 No experience? No problem.Beginners are welcome, mentorship and support will be provided throughout the event.
If you’re passionate about technology, innovation, and making real-world impact, this hackathon is for you.
👉 Apply now and be part of something impactful.
- AI
- Machine Learning
- Python
- Java
- JavaScript
- Cloud Computing
- APIs
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork