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City of Hemet

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Hemet, CA · On-site

... Development Engineering Public Works Parks Utilities The City of Hemet, tucked in a valley ... a game of tennis. Los Angeles and San Diego are just over an hour away. The beauty of the desert ...

City of Hemet, CA

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Hemet, CA · On-site

Engineering * Public Works * Parks * Utilities The City of Hemet, tucked in a valley surrounded by ... a game of tennis. Los Angeles and San Diego are just over an hour away. The beauty of the desert ...

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How much do volunteer game developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer game developer in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kinds of projects or tasks will I typically work on as a Volunteer Game Developer?

As a Volunteer Game Developer, you may contribute to a variety of tasks such as gameplay programming, level design, creating game assets, debugging, or writing scripts depending on the project's needs and your skills. Often, you'll collaborate with other volunteers, including artists, designers, writers, and sound engineers, to bring creative ideas to life. Projects may range from developing small educational games for nonprofits to assisting on larger indie titles or community projects. This role provides hands-on experience, a chance to expand your portfolio, and opportunities to learn new tools and technologies in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

What is a Volunteer Game Developer job?

A Volunteer Game Developer is someone who contributes their time and skills to a game development project without monetary compensation. These roles are typically found in indie teams, non-profits, or educational settings where developers collaborate to create games for experience, passion, or portfolio building. Volunteers may work on programming, art, design, audio, or other aspects of game development. This experience can help developers improve their skills, expand their network, and potentially lead to paid opportunities in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Volunteer Game Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer Game Developer, you typically need strong programming skills (such as proficiency in C#, C++, or Python), a grasp of game design principles, and possibly a related degree or coursework. Familiarity with game development engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems like Git, and an understanding of graphic or audio editing tools can be valuable assets. Effective communication, teamwork, creativity, and adaptability are crucial soft skills in this collaborative and dynamic field. These skills and qualities enable you to contribute meaningfully to projects, work well within a team, and adapt to the evolving needs of game development initiatives.

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Volunteer Presenter/Mentor

Volunteer Presenter/Mentor

Stem Coding Lab

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators
Volunteer Presenters, Mentors, and Panelists needed for summer tech career literacy program for youth grades 6-8.  As little as 1 hour of your time could inspire the next tech professional. 

About STEM Coding Lab
STEM Coding Lab is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2017, with the mission of providing K-8 children living in underserved communities with CS/AI/STEM skills needed to succeed in a digital economy.  SCL delivers 180+ classes every week across more than 30 schools and institutions to more than 4,300 K-8 children. Programming is primarily delivered during the school day (70%) and after school (15%), with the remainder through summer camps and special events. SCL’s educators deliver an experiential, hands-on learning model grounded in robotics and game design. More than 80% of participating students are eligible for Title I federal free lunch, and SCL has maintained a 100% retention rate among its school partners. For more information, please visit our website www.stemcodinglab.org , or email info@stemcodinglab.org

The Mission: CS Explorers
STEM Coding Lab is seeking tech professionals to anchor our CS Explorers Career Literacy Program. This isn’t a standard classroom lecture—it’s an interactive, high-energy summer experience designed to show middle schoolers that a career in tech is exciting, creative, and within their reach.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking professionals (or enthusiasts!) of all career levels, with the following areas of expertise, that have a desire to inspire the next generation of tech professionals:
  • Design & Art: UX/UI Design, 3D Modeling, Industrial Design, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
  • Data & AI: Data Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning
  • Robotics & Engineering: Robotics/Automation Engineering, Software Engineering
Volunteer Roles:

Guest Presenters

  • Commitment: One 45-minute interactive session.
  • What you’ll do: Share your career journey and host a "day-in-the-life" activity. Make it hands-on!
  • Deadline: Submit your activity plan 14 days before your scheduled date.
Career Panelists 

  • Commitment: 2 hours per session.
  • What you’ll do: Sit on a professional panel to provide students with feedback on their work. You’ll offer real-world context for the skills they’re learning and keep the encouragement high.
Project Mentors

  • Commitment: 1 hour per session.
  • What you’ll do: Work with small groups (2-3 students) to help them troubleshoot and polish their projects. You are their "technical consultant" and biggest cheerleader.
2026 Schedule & Location
Location: Various sites throughout Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County). You can volunteer for 1, 2 or 3 sessions.
  • Session 1: June 29 – July 9
  • Session 2: July 13 – July 23
  • Session 3: July 27 – August 6
Pre-Program Requirements:

  1. June 2026 -1-hour virtual info session + volunteer application and 1-hour virtual training