Work in Tech?

Volunteer your time and skills for social causes that you care about.

Join our community of skilled technical volunteers helping charities across the UK work more efficiently, serve more people, and unlock new opportunities.

As part of our collaborative network of specialists, you’ll make a meaningful contribution to third sector organisations—delivering open-source solutions that can be reused and shared, amplifying the impact far beyond a single project.

Causes You Can Support

Here are just a few of the examples of causes you can support:

  • Community Action: Help local charities leverage data and technology to improve their efficiency.

  • Education Access: Build digital tools that open doors to learning for underserved communities.

  • Poverty Alleviation: Use your tech skills to streamline services and improve access for those in need.

Want to see how your support makes a difference? Explore our charity case studies.

Who Are We Looking For?

We’re seeking experienced tech professionals ready to make
a difference. Our volunteers typically have backgrounds in:

  • Software development

  • Data analysis

  • Business analysis and consultancy

  • Cloud & DevOps

  • Product & project management

  • UX/UI & service design

What’s Expected of You?

  • Most roles need 3+ years in your field.

  • 2–6 hours/week, typically over 4–12 weeks.

  • See your project through to completion.

Why Volunteer With Us?

  1. Real impact for charities

  2. Flexible commitment

  3. Open source solutions amplify your work

Ready to use your tech talents for good? Sign up using the button below to find a project that matches your passion and expertise.

Meet our volunteers

  • Alex O'Connor

    Alex O'Connor

    Alex an experienced technology development team lead and entrepreneur volunteered with the STA on his journey back into the main stream workplace.

    Meet Alex
  • Dougie Richardson

    Dougie Richardson

    Dougie joined the STA after completing the Open University Course looking to reskill and move into the technology sector.

    Meet Dougie
  • Pamela Looper

    Pamela Looper

    Hear how Pamela has explored what we offer in the STA. Starting at Codeclan Pamela took part in our very first Design Sprint.

    Meet Pam
  • Victoria Denniston

    Victoria Denniston

    Vicky was a key member of the Triage team for over a year delivering our first project with the NHS!

    Meet Victoria
  • Photo of Joe Derry Hall

    Joe Derry Hall

    Joe has relocated from London during the pandemic and works as a freelance developer!

    Meet Joe