AI Campus Connect with IBM SkillsBuild
Facilitated by Your Big Year®
Last updated: May 11, 2026
1. Introduction
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your participation in the AI Campus Connect with IBM SkillsBuild Program (“Program”) and your use of the Program’s mobile and web-based platform (“Platform”).
The Program is facilitated by Your Big Year®, a student leadership and youth development program owned and operated by International Connector LLC (United States) and International Connector B.V. (The Netherlands) (together, “International Connector”, “Manager”, “we”, “us”), in partnership with IBM SkillsBuild (“Partner” or “IBM”).
By registering for or participating in the Program, or by using the Platform, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not participate in the Program or use the Platform.
2. Eligibility
To participate, you must:
Be at least 18 years of age
Be a current student at a U.S.-based university or college with a valid university email address
Be a legal resident of the United States
Register on the IBM SkillsBuild platform and begin or complete one of the badges on there.
Register for the Program through the designated entry process on the Platform
International Connector and IBM may, at their sole discretion, remove any participant found in violation of these Terms or eligibility requirements.
2.1 International & Data Protection Notice
While the Program is intended for U.S.-based participants, International Connector operates internationally. Where personal data of individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA) is processed, such processing will be carried out in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as described in Section 6.
3. Program Access & Features
The Platform provides participants with access to:
Tools to set and track progress goals
Learning resources, virtual support sessions, and Program updates
Peer and mentor networking
Submission of badge links for rewards eligibility
Community discussions and exclusive opportunities
There is no cost to participate. Standard mobile and internet provider charges may apply.
3.1 Educational Nature of the Program
The Program is educational in nature and designed to support learning, skill development, and career readiness.
Participation does not guarantee employment, internships, income, job placement, or any specific career outcome. Outcomes depend on individual effort and external factors beyond the control of International Connector or IBM.
Registration to the YBY Mobile Platform will automatically subscribe users to AI Campus Connect weekly newsletter via the email they registered with. Recipients of the weekly newsletter can unsubscribe at any time.
3.2 Rewards Draw Schedule Spring 2026
The Program will conduct promotional rewards drawings during the Spring 2026 academic semester in connection with the AI Campus Connect program (the “Promotion”). The Promotion will consist of multiple independent rewards drawings held during the months listed below. Each drawing will award the rewards specified for that month.
Rewards Schedule:
February 2026: One (1) reward with an approximate retail value (“ARV”) of $50 USD.
March 2026: Five (5) rewards, each with an ARV of $20 USD.
April 2026: Five (5) rewards, each with an ARV of $20 USD.
May 2026: One (1) reward with an ARV of $100 USD.
A separate Rewards Draw will be held for participants at the bi-monthly Wednesday sessions/TechTalk After Party:
February 11: Tech Talk After Party
February 25: AI Campus Connect Wednesday Session
March 11: Tech Talk After Party
March 25: AI Campus Connect Wednesday Session
April 8: Tech Talk After Party
April 22: AI Campus Connect Wednesday Session
May 13: Tech Talk After Party
May 27: AI Campus Connect Wednesday Session
The total ARV of all rewards awarded during the Spring 2026 semester is $510 USD.
Each monthly drawing constitutes a separate rewards drawing. Eligible entries of a successfully submitted IBM SkillsBuild credential to the AI Campus Connect mobile platform during the applicable monthly entry period will be included only in that month’s drawing and will not roll over to subsequent drawings. Odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible entries received for each respective drawing.
No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase the chances of winning. Rewards are non-transferable and no substitution, cash equivalent, or rewards exchange is permitted except at the Program’s sole discretion, where allowed by law.
All rewards drawings will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Void where prohibited. Additional eligibility requirements, entry methods, drawing dates, winner notification procedures, and general conditions are set forth elsewhere in these Terms and Conditions. Your Big Year® reserves the right to amend these terms at any time for any reason.
3.3 AI Accelerator 2026
The Program will conduct a promotional rewards program during the Summer 2026 period in connection with the IBM SkillsBuild AI Accelerator. The AI Accelerator constitutes a single, independent rewards program separate from any Spring 2026 drawings.
How to Enter
To be eligible for the AI Accelerator reward, a participant must:
Be a current student at a US college or university;
Register at mobile.yourbigyear.com using a valid university email address and the group code IBMTODAY;
Complete all IBM SkillsBuild micro-credentials offered through the AI Accelerator;
Attend at least one Tech Talk as detailed in the AI accelerator instructions;
Submit proof of completed badge credentials through the Platform during the applicable entry period before August 14, 2026.
Rewards
The AI Accelerator will award ten (10) rewards, the approximate retail value ("ARV") of which will be $50 USD. The total ARV of all rewards awarded under the AI Accelerator will be $500.
No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win. A purchase will not increase the chances of winning. Rewards are non-transferable and no substitution, cash equivalent, or rewards exchange is permitted except at the Program's sole discretion, where allowed by law.
Participants who successfully complete all required elements of the AI Accelerator will earn an industry-recognized certificate shareable on LinkedIn, in addition to being eligible for the rewards drawing.
All drawings will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Void where prohibited. Your Big Year® reserves the right to amend these terms at any time for any reason.
Winners of the AI Accelerator will be announced within 2 weeks of program completion, and selected winners must confirm eligibility to receive reward via email. If confirmation is not received within 72 hours the reward will be forfeited to the next eligible participant.
4. User Accounts & Security
You must provide accurate and complete information when registering
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
You are responsible for all activity under your account
Notify International Connector immediately of any unauthorized use
International Connector reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts for misuse or violations of these Terms.
5. Code of Conduct
You agree to:
Treat peers, mentors, instructors, and administrators with respect
Not engage in harassment, bullying, hate speech, discrimination, or offensive behavior
Not impersonate others or falsify information
Not engage in cheating or academic dishonesty
Not upload or distribute harmful, illegal, or malicious content
Use the Platform only for personal, educational, and Program-related purposes
5.1 Community Moderation & Safeguarding
International Connector may monitor, review, and moderate user activity to maintain a safe and respectful environment
Users may report inappropriate behavior through Platform tools or by contacting the Program team
Reported content may be reviewed and removed at the Manager’s discretion
Serious or repeated violations may result in suspension or removal from the Program and loss of eligibility for rewards
Moderation decisions are made in good faith for safeguarding, community protection, and Program integrity purposes, and are final unless otherwise required by applicable law.
6. Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance
International Connector processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
6.1 Personal Data We Collect
We may collect:
Name, email address, phone number
University affiliation and eligibility confirmation
Educational submissions, progress, and badge information
Platform usage data
Messages sent through the Platform
6.2 Purpose of Processing
Data is processed for:
Administering and delivering the Program
Monitoring participation and learning progress
Communication, support, and safeguarding
Rewards eligibility and verification
Legal and regulatory compliance
6.3 Legal Basis (GDPR)
Where GDPR applies, processing is based on:
Participant consent
Performance of the Program
Legitimate educational and operational interests
Compliance with legal obligations
6.4 Data Sharing & Transfers
Personal data is not sold
Data may be shared with trusted service providers strictly for operating the Platform, under appropriate data processing agreements
Data may be transferred internationally, including outside the United States and EEA, using appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses, where required
Participation in IBM SkillsBuild is subject to IBM’s applicable privacy notices and terms for those services
6.5 Data Retention
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for Program delivery, legal obligations, or dispute resolution.
6.6 Participant Rights
Where applicable, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability, where applicable
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests may be submitted to:
social@yourbigyear.com
7. License, Media Release & User Content
By participating, you grant International Connector and IBM a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use your submitted content, name, and likeness solely for Program-related communications, reporting, evaluation, and promotion, in any media, without additional compensation, except where prohibited by law.
Where required by applicable law (including GDPR), you may withdraw consent for promotional use of name or likeness by contacting International Connector, without affecting continued participation in the Program.
You retain ownership of your content.
7.1 Intellectual Property & AI Use Restrictions
All Platform technology, Program materials, curriculum, and branding (including Your Big Year®) are the exclusive property of International Connector
All IBM SkillsBuild content, trademarks, badges, and logos remain the exclusive property of IBM or its licensors
Participants may not:
Copy, reproduce, distribute, scrape, or reverse engineer Program or Partner materials
Use Program or Partner materials to train artificial intelligence or machine learning systems
Use Program or Partner branding, badges, or content outside the scope of the Program
Commercially exploit any Program or Partner materials
8. Prohibited Uses
You may not use the Platform to:
Engage in unlawful, fraudulent, or commercial activities unrelated to the Program
Harvest personal information of others
Interfere with or disrupt Platform operations
Upload advertisements or solicitations unrelated to the Program
9. Program Changes
If the Program or Platform operation is impaired (including fraud, virus, or technical issues), International Connector may suspend, modify, or cancel the Program. Participants who tamper with processes or violate these Terms may be disqualified.
10. Disclaimer, Release & Limitation of Liability
The Platform and Program are provided “as is” and “as available.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, International Connector and IBM disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, and non-infringement.
By participating, you agree to release and hold harmless International Connector, Your Big Year®, IBM SkillsBuild, and their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from any claims arising out of participation in the Program or Platform use, including:
Technical or system errors
Unauthorized human intervention
Transmission or communication errors
Personal injury or property damage
Liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law and will not exceed the cost of participation (none).
10.1 Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless International Connector, Your Big Year®, IBM SkillsBuild, and their respective affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
Your participation in the Program
Your use of the Platform
Your submitted content
Your violation of these Terms or applicable law
Your infringement of third-party rights
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, U.S.A., unless mandatory local law provides otherwise. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in New Jersey.
12. Amendments
International Connector may update these Terms at any time. Continued participation in the Program or use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Contact Information
International Connector LLC
PO Box 233
Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
social@yourbigyear.com