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Published 9/15/25 3:26PM

Technical Developer (API Integration & Chatbot Support)

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Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    A few hours a month or more
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    1

    Description

    We’re looking for a part-time or contract Technical Developer who can help us with API integration and data workflows. This role is ideal for someone with experience connecting multiple APIs, organizing data flows, and supporting interactive digital projects. You’ll collaborate with a creative and mission-driven team to build the technical foundation for our platform.

    Responsibilities

    • Research and connect to external APIs (fact-based and educational sources).
    • Design and test workflows that bring real-time data into our platform.
    • Provide technical guidance on structuring integrations for scalability.
    • Collaborate with non-technical team members to align features with storytelling and user engagement.
    • Document processes in clear, accessible language.

    Qualifications

    • Experience with API integration (REST, JSON, OAuth).
    • Familiarity with chatbot, conversational AI, or interactive web tools is a plus.
    • Strong communication skills, able to explain technical concepts to a creative team.
    • Comfortable working in a small, early-stage nonprofit/startup environment.
    • (Bonus) Background in education, media, or nonprofit tech.

    What We Offer

    • Flexible, remote-friendly collaboration.
    • Opportunity to help shape a mission-driven project from the ground up.
    • A chance to apply your technical expertise to meaningful social impact.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Las Vegas, NV, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Send Email

    To apply, please send the following materials to [your email/contact link]:

    1. Resume or LinkedIn profile highlighting relevant technical experience.
    2. Short cover note (1–2 paragraphs) explaining why you’re interested in supporting a nonprofit initiative and how your experience with APIs or data integrations could contribute.
    3. Work sample: Please include one or more of the following:
      • A link to a project or repository where you integrated APIs.
      • A brief description (1–2 paragraphs) of a past project where you solved a technical challenge involving APIs or data systems.
      • Screenshots or diagrams of an API workflow you’ve designed (PDF preferred).

    Preferred file formats: PDF for resumes and cover notes, links for online portfolios or GitHub/Bitbucket repos.

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