Girls Into VC Fellowship

Girls Into VC Fellowship is a 10-week educational fellowship that introduces young women to venture capital and the startup ecosystem. The program is beginner-friendly and student-oriented. Girls Into VC says no prior VC experience is required, only genuine interest in learning, and the program is open to U.S.-based high school students, college students, and graduated students. Cohorts include 20 participants divided into groups of 4-5 for collaboration and support, and the fellowship runs three times yearly in spring, summer, and fall.

Girls Into VC aims to empower young women to break into venture capital and reshape the future of venture funding. The program addresses the underrepresentation of women in the VC industry by providing education, mentorship, and community support, creating alternative pathways into the field.

Applicants are encouraged to demonstrate their genuine interest in venture capital and the startup ecosystem. Engaging with the community and showcasing a willingness to learn will strengthen applications.

The target audience includes high school students, college students, and recent graduates based in the US. No prior venture capital, finance, or business experience is necessary, but a genuine interest in learning about the startup ecosystem and venture capital's role in innovation and entrepreneurship is required.

Students interested in the fellowship should apply during open enrollment periods. The organization makes the program accessible through flexible timing and scholarship support.

Participants gain foundational VC knowledge, access to a peer community of like-minded women, direct connections to working investors and founders, and a capstone project for their resume. The program also provides a pathway to VC careers and builds confidence to pursue venture investing.

The program lasts for 10 weeks, with asynchronous coursework and weekly synchronous group discussions.

Alumni of the Girls Into VC fellowship have launched careers at top-tier venture capital firms, joined startup teams, and continued community involvement, often mentoring future cohorts.