Is Google Summer of Code a recruiting program?
Not really. To be clear, Google will use the results of the program to help identify potential recruits. But that’s not the focus of the program. Take a look at the organizations we’ve worked with in the past, and you’ll see the vast majority are engaged in work that’s not directly applicable to Google’s business. That said, the more code out there, the more everyone benefits. Additionally, we’ve heard from several of our past student participants that their participation in GSoC made them more attractive to potential employers, and most participants who have gained employment as a result of their GSoC work are not currently employed by Google. We’re just pleased the program has helped some students when embarking on their technical careers. We’re also pleased that the industry sees participation in the program as an additional factor to recommend a future employee.
