TechGirls Exchange Program 2026
TechGirls is a U.S.-based summer exchange program that empowers and supports young women (ages 15–17) to pursue higher education and careers in STEM fields through hands-on skills development training.
The core of the TechGirls program is a 23-day experience in the United States, scheduled for mid-July and early August 2026. In partnership with Virginia Tech, participants will engage in an interactive tech camp that provides an in-depth examination of cutting-edge technologies and various educational and professional paths in STEM fields.
Eligibility:
- Be a female citizen of Turkmenistan living in Turkmenistan at the time of the exchange.
- Be born between on or between July 12, 2008 and July 11, 2011.
- Demonstrate interest in technology, science, engineering, and/or math in their academic studies.
- Intend to pursue higher education and/or careers in STEM, especially technology.
- Have advanced intermediate English skills.
- Exhibit maturity, flexibility, and open-mindedness.
- Commit to completing a community-based project upon their return home.
Benefits:
- Visa fee for international participants
- Roundtrip international airfare from participant home country to the United States
- Roundtrip domestic airfare from participant home city (as applicable)
- Housing during program
- Double occupancy dormitory accommodations at Virginia Tech
- Double occupancy accommodations at hotel in Washington, D.C.
- Meals during program
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Local transportation to group program events
- Cultural events organized by Legacy International
- Emergency health insurance
To submit your application, please follow this link: https://legacyintlleaders.org/Account/Login?branding=tg
Deadline: December 4, 2025
More information: https://techgirlsglobal.org/apply/eligibility-and-application-2/