BVCC Fellowship Program
Fellowship
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Fellowship
The Black Venture Capital Consortium (BVCC) Fellowship is a capstone year‑long placement that turns high‑potential HBCU talent into full‑time, front‑line investors. Fellows are embedded inside BVCC’s network of “Host VC” funds across the United States for up to 12 months, working shoulder‑to‑shoulder with partners on sourcing, diligence, portfolio support and fund strategy.
The programme is the culmination of BVCC’s multi‑step pipeline: students first complete the 10‑week Career Track Curriculum, compete for a paid summer internship at a top VC or tech company and, for those focused on investing, help manage BVCC’s $7.5 m student venture fund. Graduating seniors who excel in all three stages may be nominated for the fellowship.
Once selected, fellows attend an intensive two‑week training boot camp run by BVCC and senior investors covering term‑sheet modelling, market mapping, partner meetings and LP communications. During the placement they receive weekly 1‑on‑1 mentorship from a partner at their host firm, quarterly consortium meet‑ups, and on‑going career coaching from BVCC staff. The fellowship is explicitly designed to expand the pipeline of Black investors, tackle the wealth gap and seed the next generation of fund managers.
Since launch, BVCC has placed fellows at firms such as DCVC, General Catalyst and Collab Capital and reports 100 % full‑time retention in venture or high‑growth technology roles after the programme.
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BVCC exists to narrow the racial wealth gap by building a scalable pipeline of Black investors and founders. It educates HBCU students through a 10‑week curriculum, funds them with a $7.5 m student‑run vehicle, places them in paid VC internships and fellowships, and ultimately channels alumni into venture careers that deploy capital to under‑represented entrepreneurs.
Only graduating seniors who have completed BVCC’s HBCU Career Track Curriculum and served as BVCC Venture Capital summer interns are eligible. Host VC partners and BVCC staff jointly nominate candidates each spring; finalists interview with multiple funds and BVCC’s leadership.
Cohorts are small (≈10) and selection focuses on analytical rigour, investing judgement shown during internships, leadership on campus and commitment to expanding access for under‑represented founders.
Fellows are W‑2 employees of the Host VC fund and earn a salary “up to $85 000” for the 12‑month term, paid directly by the fund. Standard employee benefits (health, PTO) are provided by the host; BVCC adds travel stipends for quarterly meet‑ups and covers the cost of the two‑week training boot camp.
No carried interest is granted during the fellowship year, but some hosts extend full‑time offers that include carry.
There are no tuition or programme fees. BVCC funds curriculum, training and networking events through sponsorships (e.g., Ford Foundation, SVB) so fellows incur no direct costs. Participants cover personal living expenses not already included in their salary.
After final exams, fellows complete a two‑week training boot camp (June). They then join Host VC firms July – June, with quarterly meet‑ups in September, December and March. Exit interviews and full‑time offer discussions occur in May, followed by graduation in June.
40+ hours per week for up to 12 months. Two‑week pre‑start training plus quarterly 2‑day consortium summits are mandatory.
Fellows relocate or commute to their assigned Host VC’s office (locations vary nationwide) for day‑to‑day work while BVCC delivers training and quarterly gatherings virtually and in rotating cities.
Who can apply?
Graduating seniors who have completed BVCC’s curriculum and internship track and hold U.S. work authorisation.
How many fellows are chosen each year?
Typically 8‑12, depending on host‑firm demand.
Is relocation required?
Yes—fellows live where their Host VC is based; BVCC offers modest relocation stipends case‑by‑case.
What training is provided before day 1?
A two‑week intensive covering term‑sheets, cap‑table modelling, sourcing techniques and partner‑level presentation skills.
Do fellows earn carried interest?
Not during the fellowship, but full‑time offers afterward may include carry.
Can international students participate?
Only if they independently secure work authorisation valid for the full fellowship term.
How are Host VC firms selected?
BVCC vets partners for commitment to mentoring, diversity and ability to integrate junior investors into live deals.
What happens after 12 months?
Hosts may extend full‑time roles; BVCC career services assist fellows pursuing other funds, startups or graduate study.
Is there a cost to participate?
No. The programme is fully sponsor‑funded; fellows pay no tuition or fees.
How do I express interest if I’m a VC firm?
Email partnerships@bvcc.vc; BVCC will outline hosting guidelines, salary commitments and mentorship expectations.
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