Saturday, August 30

Hack for a Cause: Workforce Development

A hands-on virtual hackathon for adults of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.

By CareerStack

Date and time

Location

Online

Agenda

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Opening Ceremony

Welcome, introduction to the hackathon rules and objectives.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Team Formation

Find teammates and start brainstorming ideas.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Workshop: Problem Validation

Learn techniques to validate your problem statements.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch Break

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Workshop: AI Prototyping

Quick intro to AI tools for rapid prototyping.

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Hacking Session

Teams work on their solutions with mentor support.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Workshop: Pitch Deck Design

Learn how to create compelling pitch decks.

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Workshop: Pitching 101

Practice your presentation skills for the final pitch.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Pitch Presentations

Teams present their solutions to judges.

8:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Award Ceremony

Winners announced and prizes awarded.

About this event

Event lasts 11 hours

What if you could get hands-on tech experience solving real problems with no experience required?

Hack For A Cause is a full-day virtual hackathon where adults 18+ across Michigan come together to tackle real-world workforce development challenges.

Whether you're exploring a tech career, looking to build your portfolio, or want to make an impact — this event is for you.

Work in teams of up to 3 to design innovative solutions, guided by expert-led workshops in AI prototyping, market validation, pitching, and more. You’ll simulate real tech roles and collaborate in a team setting — all while building a project that lives on your CareerStack profile and resume.

No experience? No problem. This is a hackathon for everyone.

🎁 Prizes:Each member of the winning team will receive a Raspberry Pi Kit.

Workshops Include:

Market Validation 101
AI & Rapid Prototyping
Pitch Deck Design
Pitching to Judges

🗒️ Eligibility & Requirements:

Must be 18+ (Michigan residents preferred, but open to all)
Teams of up to 3
No individual teams allowed
No pre-built solutions or apps allowed
CareerStack must be used to track team contributions
No technical or coding experience required

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to know how to code?

Not at all! This hackathon is designed for participants of all skill levels. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to join - from designers to business thinkers to developers. The focus is on creativity and problem-solving, not technical skills.

What if I've never participated in a hackathon before?

That's perfectly fine! Many participants will be first-timers. We'll provide workshops throughout the day to help you learn the necessary skills, and mentors will be available to guide you through the process.

Do I need to be in Michigan?

While the hackathon is focused on Michigan workforce challenges, we welcome participants from anywhere. The solutions created may have broader applications beyond Michigan as well.

What prizes can I win?

The winning teams will receive Raspberry Pi kits, which are powerful tools for continued learning and development. Beyond physical prizes, this is an opportunity to add a real project to your CareerStack profile and network with industry professionals.

Organized by

CareerStack

At CareerStack, we bring together tech enthusiasts, founders, and aspiring professionals through events designed to spark collaboration and hands-on learning. Whether you're a founder looking to build your team or a tech professional eager to grow your skills, our events provide the perfect platform to connect, collaborate, and thrive.

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