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Overview

The Darden Venture Fellows Program recognizes that venture capital and startup careers require early immersion in professional venture environments. The program places MBAs in top-tier VC firms and portfolio companies, providing hands-on project experience while building networks and inspiring post-MBA venture careers.

Investment focus

The Darden Venture Fellows Program aims to immerse MBA students in the venture capital ecosystem, providing them with the necessary skills and networks to succeed in venture careers. It focuses on placing students in top-tier VC firms and portfolio companies to gain practical experience and mentorship.

Program details

Designed for Students. The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.

Who it is for

Candidates must be first-year Darden MBA students in good standing, have acceptance into the MBA program, and demonstrate a commitment to a venture capital or startup operations career path.

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Admissions and application

Eligibility is limited to first-year Darden MBA students in good standing. A competitive application process is required, including interview rounds for qualified finalists.

Benefits

Participants benefit from a guaranteed internship placement with top-tier VC firms or portfolio companies, hands-on experience in investment evaluation and due diligence, mentorship from experienced venture investors, and networking opportunities with venture partners and founders.

Timeline

The program runs for ten weeks during the summer, from Memorial Day through the second week of August.

What came of it

Alumni of the Darden Venture Fellows Program have successfully transitioned into roles as venture capital investors, portfolio company executives, and startup operators, contributing to the venture ecosystem.

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What it pays

Participants receive an $8,000 stipend from the Batten Institute, with participating VC firms expected to match or exceed this amount.

Questions about this program

Who was eligible to apply?

For the historical cycle described, first-year Darden MBA students in good standing could apply for a fellowship between their first and second years. Current-cycle eligibility is not established.

What benefits and compensation did Darden describe?

Darden describes hands-on experience, mentorship, coaching, and professional connections as intended benefits. Historical terms listed up to $8,000 in matching support and at least $8,000 from the sponsor or portfolio company, with sponsors expected to match or exceed the institutional $8,000 amount. These terms do not establish current funding or a guaranteed total.

How did the historical selection process work?

Historical instructions directed applicants to a Darden Career Link posting; qualified finalists were interviewed by participating funds. Current posting availability and requirements are not established.

What were the 2024 application dates?

Applications opened January 2 and closed January 14, 2024. Those dates describe a past cycle and are not a current deadline.

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