List of hackathons about student in 2026

Join us for the AI Builders Conference with IBM Bob, a virtual event taking place on September 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM–1:30 PM ET. Designed for students, educators, developers, and innovators, the conference brings together IBM experts, industry leaders, and the global AI builder community to explore the future of AI-assisted software development, agentic AI, and AI-powered learning.The conference will begin with a keynote session for all attendees before splitting into two dedicated learning tracks:Student Track: Explore how AI is transforming software development by shifting the focus from writing code to designing intelligent systems. Discover how IBM Bob empowers developers to build faster, solve real-world challenges, and create the next generation of AI-powered applications.Faculty & Educator Track: Designed for educators, faculty, and university administrators, this track explores how agentic AI is reshaping teaching and learning. Discover practical strategies for integrating AI into curriculum, preparing students for an AI-native workforce, and bringing AI-powered learning experiences into the classroom.Throughout the event, attendees will experience technical sessions, live product demonstrations, AI Builder project showcases, and opportunities to engage with IBM experts while exploring the latest advancements in AI and software development.Whether you're building with AI or preparing the next generation of AI talent, the AI Builders Conference with IBM Bob offers practical insights, live talks and demos, and meaningful connections to help you stay ahead in an AI-first world.Additional speakers, sessions, and the full conference agenda will be announced soon!Register Now!

Join the AI Builders Challenge with IBM Bob, a global virtual program for university students sponsored by IBM SkillsBuild and organized by BeMyApp. Through monthly AI innovation challenges and learning opportunities, participants can gain hands-on experience with IBM technologies, develop practical AI skills, and create portfolio-ready projects.Build AI-powered solutions for monthly challenges focused on Creative Industries (July), Space Exploration (August), or the Wildcard Challenge: Intelligent Systems for the Future of Work, and compete for a share of the $15,000 prize pool.Learn through IBM SkillsBuild content, the IBM Bob Virtual Conference, webinars, and additional IBM resources.Register now to connect with a global community of student innovators and explore real-world applications of AI. The Challenge is open to eligible university students 18 years of age or older across participating countries. Participation is subject to the Official Rules.

Join us for the AI Builders Challenge sponsored by IBM SkillsBuild, a global program for university students to gain hands-on experience building real-world AI solutions using IBM technologies. Through monthly challenges, hands-on labs, and a collaborative community, you’ll develop practical skills and create portfolio-ready projects.The June Challenge, inspired by the World Cup, invites you to take on the challenge: Create AI-powered solutions that help fans better understand the game before, during, or after a match. Whether focused on tactics, officiating decisions, or fan engagement, your project should showcase how explainable, human-centered AI can improve trust, accessibility, and understanding at a global scale.Submissions due June 30th at 11:59 PM ET.To be eligible to enter the Contest, you must be a student enrolled in an institution of higher education and a legal resident of, and/or be part of an organization registered in: the United States of America, Canada (excluding Quebec), the United Kingdom (England, Ireland, Scotland), and India.Register Now!

Join us March 19–20, 2026 at North Carolina Central University for the NCCU AI Hackathon, an in-person student hackathon powered by IBM SkillsBuild. Open to university students across Durham and surrounding campuses, this event challenges teams to design responsible, sustainable agentic AI solutions across three industry tracks: Healthcare & Life Sciences, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Education & Workforce Intelligence.Participants will gain hands-on experience with IBM technologies, including watsonx Orchestrate and IBM SkillsBuild, collaborate directly with IBM mentors and industry experts, and build portfolio-ready projects.Teams will compete for a $10,000 prize pool sponsored by IBM while developing practical skills and professional connections that extend beyond the event.Register now!

Join us at Cal State LA on March 16th & 17th for the CSU AI Hackathon, an in-person hackathon powered by IBM SkillsBuild that brings together university students from Cal State LA and surrounding CSU campuses to apply artificial intelligence to real-world industry challenges.Participants will collaborate in teams to design innovative, AI-powered solutions across three industry-focused challenge tracks: Healthcare and Life Sciences, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Education and Workforce Intelligence. Your AI-solutions will also need an emphasis on responsible AI, and highlight how agentic AI is being used in a sustainable manner. Throughout the event, students will gain hands-on experience with IBM technologies such as watsonx Orchestrate and IBM SkillsBuild, while working alongside IBM experts and industry mentors to explore how AI can be applied responsibly and ethically to solve pressing business challenges.Compete for a share of $10,000 in cash prizes while developing technical and professional skills, building your portfolio, and connecting with peers and professionals shaping the future of AI innovation.Register now!