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The Deutschman Venture Fellows Program is a prestigious UCLA Anderson School of Business fellowship providing MBA students with hands-on venture capital management and investment training. Fellows are placed as summer associates in leading VC firms or venture-backed portfolio companies, combining academic preparation with real-world deal experience. The program emphasizes practical experience combined with relationship building in the Southern California venture ecosystem.

Investment focus

The Deutschman Venture Fellows Program aims to create a pipeline of diverse, talented MBAs into venture capital by providing them with practical experience and mentorship in the field.

Program details

For fellowship inquiries, UCLA Anderson lists price.center@anderson.ucla.edu. The published page does not identify this address as an application-submission route.

Who it is for

Candidates must be MBA students with strong academic records and relevant experience in fields like engineering, finance, or computer science.

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Admissions and application

The selection process is rigorous, focusing on academic excellence, technical background, work experience, motivation, and personal characteristics.

Benefits

Fellows gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and access to a strong network of alumni in venture capital.

Timeline

The fellowship lasts for three months, from late June through August, during which fellows work full-time as associates at sponsoring firms.

What came of it

Fellows often transition to roles in venture capital, startups, or further education with a VC focus.

How to go about it

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What it pays

The fellowship does not provide direct compensation to fellows.

Questions about this program

Who is the fellowship for?

UCLA Anderson describes it as an opportunity for MBA students; the published information does not state further eligibility restrictions.

What financial support is described?

UCLA Anderson describes an endowment stipend and a monthly salary from participating firms, without stating amounts or establishing that every fellow receives both.

How are fellows selected and placed?

A committee of faculty, former fellows, and venture capitalists selects applicants using academic and professional qualifications and personal qualities. Sponsors interview finalists, and the sponsor and committee decide placements jointly.

When and how long is the internship?

The internship is described as a three-month, full-time summer role beginning in late June. No cohort year or exact dates are given.

Does UCLA Anderson say applications are open now?

The published information does not establish current application availability. It lists price.center@anderson.ucla.edu for fellowship inquiries, not as a confirmed application route.

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