Match to what matters, build a better world

An initiative that matches tech talent with impact-driven organizations.

For candidates

For organizations

Tekalo is a free, philanthropically funded platform supported by

Tekalo aims to bridge the gap between tech talent and impact-driven opportunities.

Now more than ever, impact-driven organizations need tech talent that is passionate about solving some of the world’s hardest, most pressing problems.

TE•ka•lo

Tech + Kalo ('good' in Greek)

Tekalo refers to using technology to build a better world.

Through Tekalo we want to:

Empower tech talent to follow non-traditional paths, and work on causes that they care about (full-time or part-time)
Simplify the application process with a single form
Provide impact-driven organizations a list of top candidate matches

One application

Vetting & screening

Assigned Talent Connector

Curated Matches

Full-time and part-time roles listed on Tekalo

Software Engineering

Product

Design &
UX

Data

How it works

For candidates

For organizations

1
Submit a single application
Tell us about your experience and interests by submitting the Tekalo application.
2
Receive a list of potential matches
Your assigned Talent Connector reviews your application and matches you with opportunities at impact-driven organizations that best fit your interests and profile. You will continue to receive potential matches, if available, every few weeks until you get hired or opt out of Tekalo.
3
Intro call
Next, your Talent Connector will schedule a one-time call to share more information about your potential matches and ask you additional questions about your experience and interests.
4
Connect to your matched organizations
Your Talent Connector will share your profile with the organization(s) that you agree to be connected to. If mutual, your Talent Connector will make an introduction!

ORGANIZATIONS THAT RECRUIT USING TEKALO

Find candidates aligned with your mission.

Instead of sorting through hundreds of applications and conducting endless screening calls, discover top tech talent through Tekalo. Applications are currently open to all 501(c)(3) organizations. Other types of organizations are welcome to apply and will be considered on a case by case basis.

Apply as an organization

Frequently Asked Questions

For candidates

For organizations

: You can see a list of organizations with open opportunities on Tekalo here. We only collaborate with impact-driven organizations, and every organization goes through our vetting process. Organizations on Tekalo focus on cause areas ranging from climate change to human rights. At this time, we are only able to include organizations that are based in the United States.

Match to what matters, build a better world