E14 VC Fellowship
Fellowship
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E14 VC Fellowship
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Fellowship
E14 Fund’s VC Fellows programme is the MIT community’s on‑ramp to venture‑capital practice. Over five months each academic year, a small cohort of graduate students, post‑docs and MBAs (typically 15 per class) spend five to eight hours a week embedded in the fund’s day‑to‑day operations.
Fellows shadow the two managing partners on partner meetings, investment committees and portfolio‑support calls to see how early‑stage decisions are made at a specialist deep‑tech venture firm.
The learning model is “apprenticeship by doing”. Fellows actively source founders around campus, conduct first‑pass diligence, refine investment theses and help organise community events that connect researchers with investors.
They also gain the rare opportunity to write small “fellowship checks” — micro‑investments the fund deploys to promising proof‑of‑concept projects — giving them true decision‑making experience without personal capital at risk.
Because E14 invests exclusively in MIT‑affiliated companies, every assignment is rooted in frontier science: robotics, advanced materials, AI/ML, climate tech and bio‑engineering.
Fellows therefore graduate with a network of world‑class founders and first‑hand knowledge of how deep‑tech deals are structured and supported. Alumni frequently parlay that exposure into full‑time roles at venture funds or C‑suite positions inside spin‑outs they met during the programme; to date, more than 60 individuals have completed the fellowship since its 2017 launch.
The fellowship is tuition‑free, remote‑friendly and scheduled around MIT’s academic calendar, making it accessible to busy researchers. Applications for the next cohort close May 14 each year, with rolling offers issued through early June.
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The online application asks for a résumé, MIT affiliation, a 250‑word statement of venture interest and one founder reference. Short‑listed candidates join a 20‑minute Zoom interview focused on sourcing reach and time commitment.
Offers are extended on a rolling basis until the 15‑seat cohort is full, typically by early June. Fellows must confirm availability for weekly evening workshops and two on‑campus demo days but may otherwise participate remotely.
VC Fellows do not receive salary or equity for their work.
The upside is experiential: direct partner mentorship, carried‑interest exposure through fellowship checks they originate, priority access to E14’s events and preferred consideration for paid Venture Partner or full‑time roles when openings arise.
All programme costs—software, event budgets and check capital—are covered by the fund.
There are no tuition fees, deposits or hidden costs. Fellows cover only optional travel to Boston for in‑person gatherings; remote participation is fully supported.
How many fellows are selected each year?
Roughly 15, ensuring high‑touch mentoring.
Do fellows get paid?
No salary is provided, but you may originate small fellowship checks and build carry exposure.
Is the programme remote‑friendly?
Yes—most work is on Slack and Zoom; Boston events are optional.
What is the weekly time commitment?
Five to eight hours, scheduled around academic obligations.
Can non‑MIT students apply?
No; an MIT affiliation (student, post‑doc or MBA) is required.
Do fellows need prior investing experience?
No—curiosity and initiative matter more than a VC résumé.
Will I earn academic credit?
The fellowship is extracurricular and does not carry course credit.
Can fellows invest personal capital?
Personal cheques are not expected but may be accommodated on a case‑by‑case basis.
What happens after graduation?
Alumni stay on the E14 Slack, receive job leads and may progress to paid Venture Partner roles.
How do I apply?
Complete the online form and submit by May 14; interviews follow within two weeks.
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