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HALYCON EQUITYTECH FELLOWSHIP

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Application Deadline: 31 May, 2024

LOCATION: USA

This fellowship empowers entrepreneurs across the United States and the globe leveraging technology to increase social and financial inclusion and close equity gaps in wealth, education, and accessibility.The EquityTech Fellowship is run with support from Capital One, Deloitte, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Arnold & Porter.

ELIGIBILITY:

They’re looking for (for-profit) EquityTech ventures based anywhere in the world.

Stage: Must have a Minimum Viable Product that has the potential to scale

Team:May apply with up to one co-founder

Applicant must be the CEO and/or hold primary decision-making power

Must be fluent in English

Must be at least 21 years of age by the start of the program

Program Engagement: Must be able to participate in all activities and programming sessions

Impact: Must be developing a product and venture which contributes towards one or more of the UN’s 17 SDGs

In addition to eligibility, Halcyon scores each application based on four criteria: Impact, Scalability, Innovation, and Talent.

BENEFIT:

Each program includes specific benefits to fellows. Fellows accepted into this program will receive the following:

A $10,000 USD per venture equity-free stipend to use toward travel expenses to attend the residencies

Eight week residency at Halcyon’s facilities in Georgetown, Washington, DC

Bespoke training on:

Investment readiness

Product-Market Fit

Leadership

Pro bono legal support

Pro bono consulting services from Deloitte

Leadership coaching from certified coach

$10,000 USD in Amazon Cloud credits

A community of over 500+ impact-driven entrepreneurs

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AYF FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

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Application Deadline: May 31, 2024

LOCATION: Japan

The AYF Fellowship is a 9-month live-in working program on Awaji Island, Japan at the home of the Awaji Youth Federation, Manabi no Sato. It provides selected Fellows with the opportunity to challenge themselves and hone their individual skills in a multicultural environment that reflects both the needs of the Japanese workplace and the opportunities that come with a flexibly structured and stimulating `learning by doing` structure.

ELIGIBILITY:

Experience: You’ve got 2-3 years of experience in one of our Fellowship focus areas. You thrive in startup environments and fast-paced settings, and you’re ready to take your skills to the next level.

Age: In principle, you’re between 24-30 years old and ready to dive into this exciting opportunity. Individuals are assessed on merit, however we do not consider that the Fellowship is an appropriate opportunity for people aged 35 and above or. Those with significant  family and marital commitments should inform the Secretariat upon applying.

Education: You hold a Bachelor’s degree or above as a legal requirement for the working visa, and showcasing your commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Language Skills: You’re fluent in English (TOEIC 800 or equivalent), and if you’ve got a handle on Japanese (JLPT N1-N3), that’s a huge plus!

BENEFIT:

Monthly Salary (Base salary + Overtime):JPY 197,000

Government Taxes, Pension and Insurance fees will be deducted

Japanese class fees will be deducted

Accommodation & Utilities included

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