Linux Kernel Mentorship Program
Applications expected ~July–August 2026Linux Foundation mentorship focused specifically on Linux kernel development, bug fixing, and testing.
CLinuxKernel
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- Stipend
- None (community-driven program)
- Duration
- 12 weeks (aligned with LFX terms)
- Cohorts per year
- 1
- Eligibility
- Open to all; C programming knowledge expected
- Remote
- Yes
- Student-only
- No
- Beginner-friendly
- Not especially
- Official site
- https://wiki.linuxfoundation.org/lkmp
⚠ Worth knowing
Runs through the LFX Mentorship platform, Spring/Summer/Fall terms. Complete the application tasks (patches to the kernel) early.
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Fall 2026 term
Applications expected ~July–August 2026
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