Academy Investor Network (AIN Ventures) Fellowship

AIN Ventures, formerly Academy Investor Network, is a pre-seed and seed-stage venture fund and academy-graduate investor network focused on dual-use technology and military veteran-led startups. The fellowship evidence points to a DoD SkillBridge / transition internship role where service members work with the AIN Ventures team on the investment process lifecycle.

AIN Ventures is a seed-stage fund focused on dual-use technology and military veteran-led startups. SkillBridge fellows support diligence and content for veteran entrepreneurs and dual-use technology companies.

Applicants should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the DoD SkillBridge program and be prepared to demonstrate their interest in venture capital and dual-use technology.

The SkillBridge fellowship targets transitioning U.S. service members who are entrepreneurial and interested in learning the venture capital asset class. Eligible service branches include all services, target MOCs include all MOCs, and there are no additional prerequisite eligibility requirements.

Admissions style is rolling. The application process is facilitated through Milivate, which provides a Quick Apply flow.

Fellows get exposure to venture capital workflows. The SkillBridge listing says fellows observe and support the investment lifecycle, identify and diligence startups, create content for veteran entrepreneurs and dual-use technology companies.

Career PCS says AIN can work with SkillBridge participants from about 90 up to 180 days, there are no structured cohorts, and participants start and end when available.

Public outcome data for the SkillBridge fellowship is limited, but recent public signals identify named fellows.