Code for Good – London London, England
Job description
J.P. Morgan’s Code for Good Hackathon
The Code for Good hackathon gives you the chance to put your coding skills towards doing good for nonprofit organisations. It’s also a great opportunity to see whether a career in technology is for you.
Over the course of 24 hours, you and your assigned team will develop a technology solution for a leading nonprofit organisation. You’ll get to work side by side with our expert JPMorgan technologists, learning from their experience as you creatively solve real world problems faced by social organisations. You are encouraged to come up with cutting-edge ideas that could make a difference to the people who need it most.
In addition to networking with other aspiring software engineers from around the country, Code for Good is also a chance to meet our recruiting teams and experience what it’s like to work as a software engineer at JPMorgan.
Further details around location, timing, and final schedule will be provided to selected applicants.
Top performing participants in the Code for Good hackathon may be considered for the Software Engineer Internship.
Code for Good Hackathon Details:
- Location: JPMorgan Office in London
- Event Date: 27th – 28th October 2023
Eligibility:
If you're ready to put your passion for technology to work in a way that makes a real difference, you’ll find your place at our Code for Good event.
Key skills include:
- Computer Science, Engineering or STEM degrees are preferred
- Pursuing a B.A., B.S. with expected graduation of December 2024 or June 2025 or June 2026
- Foundational knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Javascript, Java, C++, C#), databases, data structures and algorithms
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Applications are open to all and we particularly welcome interest from groups which are under-represented in the technology workplace, in particular those who identify as female or non-binary.
Participants will need to bring their own laptops to the event that will take place at JP Morgan office. Travel expenses will be covered by JPMorgan, though conditions will apply.
About the process:
To be considered for Code for Good, you must complete all three of the following steps:
- Please read the Official Rules before you start this application.
- By 16th October 2023 – Click ‘Register’ and submit your application for the Code for Good event
- Complete HackerRank coding challenge
Selected applicants will be asked to complete a coding challenge, powered by HackerRank. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience. Completing HackerRank is required, and your application will not be considered for further review until you have completed this.
We strongly encourage that you apply and complete these required elements as soon as possible, since programs will close as positions are filled.
Selected applicants will be notified via email with final event details for the event.
Questions? Email us at [email protected]
About us:
JPMorgan is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We strive to hire qualified, diverse candidates, and we will provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.
ABOUT USJ.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
