Curious about venture capital, startups, and investing but don’t know where to begin?
Girls Into VC is designed to help young women explore the venture capital ecosystem through structured learning, mentorship, startup exposure, and community. Its offerings include fellowships, mentorship opportunities, startup externships, and campus chapters.
The programs are designed to make entry into VC more accessible—even if you have no previous finance or venture capital experience.
Quick Facts
- Program / Organization: Girls Into VC
- Program Types: Fellowship, Mentorship, Startup Externships, Campus Chapters
- Signature Fellowship: 10-week program
- Mode: Virtual
- Nationality: Only open to U.S.- and Canada-based college students and graduates
- Degree Required: College students and recent graduates
- Age: None
- Work Experience: No prior work experience
- Fields: Venture Capital, Finance, Startups, Entrepreneurship
- Tuition / Program Fee: Free for the core student programs described
- Application Fee: $0
- Deadline: September 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET
What Can You Explore?
10-Week Fellowship
The signature fellowship provides structured exposure to the venture capital ecosystem through education, mentorship, and interaction with industry professionals.
Mentorship
Participants can connect with professionals for one-on-one guidance, helping them understand different career paths within VC and the broader startup ecosystem.
Startup Externships
The organization also provides opportunities to gain hands-on startup exposure, allowing participants to understand how early-stage companies operate.
Campus Chapters
Students can participate in campus-based communities focused on venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship.
Who Is It For?
Girls Into VC is aimed at:
- High school students
- Undergraduate students
- Early-career women
- Students interested in finance
- Aspiring venture capital professionals
- Startup and entrepreneurship enthusiasts
You don’t need a finance or VC background to explore the programs.
What You Can Gain
Participants can gain exposure to:
- Venture capital fundamentals
- Startup evaluation
- Investment thinking
- Entrepreneurship
- Industry networking
- Mentorship from VC professionals and founders
- Real-world startup environments
Cost
The core student programs described are free to apply and participate, with no application or tuition fees indicated.
How to Apply
Visit the official Girls Into VC platform and explore the currently available programs. Select the opportunity that matches your background and follow its individual application instructions.
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