2026 TECH CORPS Hackathon

November 7, 2026
Cuyahoga Community College –
Eastern Campus
4250 Richmond Rd.
Highland Hills, OH 44122

November 7, 2026
Central State University –
Dayton Campus
840 Germantown Street
Dayton, OH 45402

November 7, 2026
Lorain County Community College
1005 Abbe Rd. North
Elyria, OH 44035

November 14, 2026
Columbus Africentric
Early College PreK-12
3223 Allegheny Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209

More than 300 high school students from across Ohio will come together for the eighth annual TECH CORPS Hackathon, a one-day challenge designed to get students thinking creatively, working collaboratively, and making their voices heard.

Explore how AI is shaping the world: Artificial intelligence is changing how we learn, work, create, and connect. At the Hackathon, you’ll dig into the opportunities, challenges, and tough questions AI creates and consider what you think people need to understand. 

Create something original with a team: You’ll meet your teammates in the morning and spend the day turning your ideas and perspectives into an original response. Volunteers and teammates will offer guidance, ask questions, and help you sharpen your thinking.

Pitch your point of view: The event will close with your team pitching their ideas to a panel of judges. You’ll build communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and presentation skills while gaining confidence in sharing your perspective.

Win up to $200! Compete for prizes at every Hackathon site. First-place team members each win a $200 gift card, and runners-up each win a $50 gift card.

No tech or AI experience needed. Meals and snacks are included.

Ready to make your voice heard?

Watch footage from last year’s event to learn more:

Sign up to volunteer at the TECH CORPS Hackathon

TECH CORPS Hackathon volunteers pose together during a hands-on, career-connected technology event.

We are looking for:

  • Logistics Volunteers: Keep the event running smoothly by helping with registration, lunch, and set-up. (Time commitments are listed on the sign-up form.)
  • Judges: Listen to student pitches and provide encouraging feedback. (Judges will receive training and detailed guidance before the event.)

You do NOT need to be a tech/AI expert or programmer to volunteer!

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