We hope to encourage the future generation to develop socially minded technology and raise awareness among non-profits harnessing technology for social good.

Inspiring future leaders

About build4good

build4good, an initiative of New America, is a paid mentorship program that matches post-secondary students who are majoring in computer science, integrated digital media, UI/UX design, or other technology-related fields to mission-driven nonprofit organizations with technology-specific project needs. This mostly remote summer internship program aims to inspire a network of future leaders to develop socially minded technology, discover public service-oriented careers, and help nonprofits and mission-driven organizations harness the power of technology for social good.

Read a recent case study by the Siegel Family Endowment and an interview with the Digital Promise host organization on the build4good program.

Our Mission

We believe matching students with nonprofits and mission-driven organizations can empower future leaders in technology with skills in human-centered design.

News and Updates

  • build4good receives a Catalyst Award from the Susan Crown Exchange!

  • Read about the career paths of former U.S. Department of Education, OET leaders.

  • Krisha’s research explores thoughtful integration of AI in high school classrooms.

  • Teams of interns, educators, designers, developers, advocates, and data scientists explored GenAI solutions for open education and accessibility challenges.

  • build4good case study by the Siegel Family Endowment on building the next generation of public interest technologists.

  • Stef Mills from Digital Promise shares the win-win of hosting a build4good intern.

Our Founders