ShiftSC presents
Shift AI Hackathon
A two-day innovation challenge where technology meets responsibility. Build solutions that shape a more ethical AI future.
Day 1
April 11
8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Day 2
April 12
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location
THH 450
University of Southern California
About the Event
Join us for the Shift AI Hackathon — a two-day innovation challenge bringing together students, builders, and thinkers to tackle some of the most pressing ethical questions in artificial intelligence.
Participants will work in teams of four to address critical challenges across six focus areas. Each team will choose a track and develop thoughtful, impactful solutions that confront real-world ethical concerns in today's rapidly evolving AI landscape. Whether you're passionate about technology, policy, social impact, or innovation — this is your opportunity to build solutions that matter.
What's Included
$1,000 in Prizes
Compete for cash prizes across all challenge tracks
AWS Cloud Credits
Free AWS credits courtesy of the AWS Cloud Club to power your projects
Industry Speakers
Insights from leaders shaping the future of responsible AI
Free Food
Meals and snacks provided both days of the event
Challenge Tracks
Teams choose one or more focus areas and develop solutions that address real-world ethical concerns in AI. Click any track to see the full challenge prompts.
Schedule
Day 1 — Kickoff
8:00 PM – 12:00 AM · THH 450
Opening ceremony, team formation, challenge reveal, speaker sessions, and hacking begins.
Day 2 — Finals
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM · THH 450
Final project presentations, judging panel, speaker insights, and awards ceremony.