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Overview

# Overview
The AWE Fellowship Program is a women-in-investing fellowship for private equity and venture capital careers in India. It combines a virtual investment bootcamp with a competitive 6-9 month immersive placement at VC/PE host organizations. The program aims to build a pipeline of women and underrepresented professionals into capital allocation roles.

Investment focus

# Thesis
The fellowship is built around AWE's gender-smart investing thesis: increasing the number of women capital allocators can change what gets funded and expand access to capital for women-led, women-owned, or women-influencing businesses.

Program details

# General Advice
Prospective applicants are encouraged to demonstrate their passion for venture capital and commitment to gender equity in their applications.

Who it is for

# Eligibility
The program seeks individuals with a strong interest in entrepreneurship, technology, and venture capital, including recent graduates, professionals transitioning into VC, and entrepreneurs. It strongly encourages women, underrepresented minorities, and applicants from non-traditional career paths.

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Admissions and application

# Admissions
The program has an application-only admissions style, with a competitive selection process. Applicants submit an online application and resume for bootcamp consideration.

Benefits

# Benefits
Fellows receive a 14-session virtual bootcamp led by industry experts, with lectures, case studies, interactive workshops, and group exercises. After the bootcamp, participants may apply for a 6-9 month immersive fellowship with AWE Funds or partner VC/PE platforms.

Timeline

# Timeline
The bootcamp is scheduled for July 29 to August 29, 2025, with applications opening on April 10, 2025, and closing on May 15, 2025.

What came of it

# Success
The program aims to create pathways for women into investing roles, with potential full-time analyst offers after the immersive phase.

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What it pays

# Compensation
The program offers a stipend during the immersive phase, but specific amounts are not disclosed. There is no carry offered.

Questions about this program

Who can apply for the AWE Fellowship?

The fellowship is open to women and gender-diverse individuals aged 25-45.

What is the duration of the program?

The program lasts for 4 months, followed by a 6-9 month placement phase.

About AWE FUNDS

AWE FUNDS

Venture Capital

Investing in women-led innovations for a sustainable future.

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