Fellowship Program
The Berkeley Venture Capital Fellowship program is a 12 week lecture-style course with the objective to introduce students to Venture Capital investment. Course staff, along with industry professionals serving as mentors, will provide fellows with knowledge of Venture Capital that will be useful for the dual purpose of startup fundraising and tapping into Venture Capital careers. We will introduce students to a variety of resources, organizations, and ways they can get involved with the venture community at UC Berkeley, the San Francisco Bay Area, and beyond.
Education
As Venture Capital becomes more popular, it is imperative for us to leverage all that Silicon Valley has to offer for our members and the Cal community. That is why each semester, we bring on new fellows to undergo our intensive fellowship program and gain exposure to the fundamental skills needed for a Venture Capital career.
Our fellowship program helps fellows define what makes a good market, team, and product, so they can go on and identify great startups.
Some of the topics we cover include networking, due diligence, thesis building, and more.
Mentorship
At Berkeley Venture Capital, we believe growth happens faster when you learn from those who’ve walked the path before you. That’s why our fellowship includes built-in mentorship with peers and upperclassmen who have experience in venture capital, startups, and consulting. Fellows get personalized guidance, career advice, and ongoing support as they explore opportunities in VC and beyond.
Through one-on-one meetings, group discussions, and coffee chats, fellows gain a community that accelerates both personal and professional growth.
Demo Day & Deal Sourcing
Every semester, fellows put their skills into action through our in-house Demo Day. In this program, fellows research startups, prepare investment theses, and pitch their recommendations in front of peers and mentors. It’s an opportunity to apply classroom learning in a high-energy, hands-on setting.
As a complement, fellows also participate in deal sourcing projects, where they scout and analyze real companies. This initiative provides early exposure to the process of identifying promising startups—a skill we expand on in our Projects section.
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Berkeley Venture Capital
University of California, Berkeley
berkeleyvc.org