Fellowships - Mentorship
Find top fellowship programs for mentorship.
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.
The Exponential Fellowship
A paid fellowship that places exceptional young Spanish builders at fast-growing U.S. startups — visa, flights and insurance handled, with full U.S. pay and access to mentorship and community.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
EWOR Fellowship
A highly selective, virtual-first fellowship offering early-stage founders up to €500,000 in capital and 1:1 mentorship from unicorn founders to build global-impact ventures.
Thiel Fellowship
A two-year, $200,000 grant program for innovators aged 22 or younger to pursue full-time projects instead of attending college.
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.
The Exponential Fellowship
A paid fellowship that places exceptional young Spanish builders at fast-growing U.S. startups — visa, flights and insurance handled, with full U.S. pay and access to mentorship and community.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
EWOR Fellowship
A highly selective, virtual-first fellowship offering early-stage founders up to €500,000 in capital and 1:1 mentorship from unicorn founders to build global-impact ventures.
Thiel Fellowship
A two-year, $200,000 grant program for innovators aged 22 or younger to pursue full-time projects instead of attending college.
What You'll Find
- Fellowship: Fellowship programs are designed to accelerate your career through structured learning, real-world projects, and connections with top tech companies.
- Average funding: $185k per opportunity
- Average duration: 1 year
- Mentorship: Mentorship opportunities provide structured guidance from experienced professionals, helping you avoid common pitfalls and accelerate your progress.
Benefits
- J-1 US visa assistance (visa, typically insurance and flights covered)
- Paid U.S. placements — fellows typically earn U.S. salaries (reported range: $80,000–$150,000)
- 12–18 month placement (depending on experience / visa type)
- Access to mentorship, founders, investors, and exclusive community events
- Network of host startups in Silicon Valley and New York
Application Tips
- Start preparing your application materials well in advance of deadlines to ensure quality submissions
- Research each program thoroughly to understand their specific requirements and what they're looking for
- Tailor your application to highlight how your project aligns with the program's goals and values
- Keep track of application deadlines using a calendar system to avoid missing opportunities
The Exponential Fellowship
A paid fellowship that places exceptional young Spanish builders at fast-growing U.S. startups — visa, flights and insurance handled, with full U.S. pay and access to mentorship and community.
Soma Capital Fellowship
Semi-annual fellowship investing $100K SAFE (<1% equity) in founders.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
Vercel Open Source Program
Seasonal cohort-based program offering impactful open source projects up to $3,600 in Vercel credits, third-party OSS starter-pack credits, and prioritized support.
Thiel Fellowship
A two-year, $200,000 grant program for innovators aged 22 or younger to pursue full-time projects instead of attending college.
Z Fellows
One-week program offering a $10,000 stipend and mentorship from Silicon Valley's top founders for early technical builders.
EWOR Fellowship
A highly selective, virtual-first fellowship offering early-stage founders up to €500,000 in capital and 1:1 mentorship from unicorn founders to build global-impact ventures.