An elevator pitch is a brief summary of an idea or application that explains its concepts in a short amount of time.

While elevator pitches can be used for various things such as introducing yourself for a job interview, we are going to be focusing on their use in hackathons. They are extremely important to hackathons as you need to be able to explain your application concisely and effectively to judges.

How to make an elevator pitch

Sample Elevator Pitches

Here are three sample elevator pitches for a student passionate about education technology and hackathons:

“Hi, I’m a student with a strong passion for education technology and hackathons. I have a background in computer science and have participated in several hackathons where I’ve developed innovative solutions to education-related challenges. I’m excited to bring my skills and enthusiasm to your organization and contribute to the development of cutting-edge educational technologies.”

“As a student with a strong interest in ed tech and hackathons, I have a unique perspective on the potential of technology to transform education. I have participated in numerous hackathons and have a track record of developing innovative solutions to complex problems. I believe I can make a valuable contribution to your team and help drive the development of innovative educational technologies.”

“Hi, I’m a student with a strong passion for education technology and hackathons. I have a background in computer science and have participated in several hackathons where I’ve developed innovative solutions to education-related challenges. I’m excited to bring my skills and enthusiasm to your organization and contribute to the development of cutting-edge educational technologies. Whether it’s developing new software or integrating existing technologies into the classroom, I believe I can make a real difference in the way students learn and teachers teach.”