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Overview

The Earlybird Venture Capital Fellowship is a sector-focused investment fellowship run by Earlybird Venture Capital, a pan-European VC firm founded in 1997 that manages over EUR 2 billion across funds including Digital West, Digital East, and Health. The fellowship is designed to bring medical students, scientists, and academics into healthcare venture capital, letting fellows develop investment expertise and build Earlybird Health's deal-sourcing presence while contributing to fund operations.

Investment focus

Earlybird Venture Capital focuses on backing tech-enabled companies across growth and scaling phases, with a particular emphasis on healthcare and life sciences. The fellowship program aims to cultivate talent in venture capital by providing sector-specific training and mentorship.

Program details

Designed for Students, Researchers, Investors. The program is hybrid. Participation is generally part time.

Who it is for

Typical Requirements:
- Relevant educational background (e.g., MD, advanced degree in relevant field)
- Interest in venture capital and startup investing
- Ability to balance other commitments (school, research, etc.)
- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated interest in sector focus areas

Example (Healthcare Fellowship):
- MD candidates and advanced students
- Neuroscience or life sciences background preferred
- Entrepreneurship or startup experience valued

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Admissions and application

Fellowships are open to individuals with a relevant educational background and an interest in venture capital. Interested candidates can check the official fellowship page for openings.

Benefits

  • Mentorship from experienced venture capitalists
  • Exposure to investment opportunities and due diligence
  • Networking with healthcare entrepreneurs and founders
  • Access to VC industry resources and tools
  • Professional development in venture investing
  • Potential pathway to analyst or associate positions
  • Community with co-fellows and Earlybird team
  • Flexibility to continue studies or other commitments

Timeline

A historical recruitment post described a six-month fellowship in Berlin. The duration and location are historical details and are not confirmed for a current intake.

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  3. Apply the way the program asks

    The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.

Questions about this program

What backgrounds did historical recruitment target?

Past materials invited life-science PhDs and people with strong STEM backgrounds who were interested in venture capital. These descriptions do not establish current eligibility requirements.

Is there a verified current application page?

No. The page linked for information and future openings now shows a missing-page message, and Earlybird Health’s general contact page has not been verified as a fellowship application route. The missing page does not prove the fellowship has closed.

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