Mentorship Opportunities in North America
Discover handpicked technology programs for mentorship.
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.
OpenAI Residency 2026
The OpenAI Residency is a six-month research program in San Francisco that embeds talented individuals within OpenAI’s research teams to work on frontier AI problems with mentorship and real project contributions.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
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.
OpenAI Residency 2026
The OpenAI Residency is a six-month research program in San Francisco that embeds talented individuals within OpenAI’s research teams to work on frontier AI problems with mentorship and real project contributions.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.
What You'll Find
- Average funding: $356k per opportunity
- Average duration: 5 months
- North America: North American opportunities connect you with the vibrant tech scene spanning major cities from San Francisco to Toronto, offering diverse ecosystems.
- Mentorship: Mentorship opportunities provide structured guidance from experienced professionals, helping you avoid common pitfalls and accelerate your progress.
Benefits
- $400,000 initial investment for 7% equity
- 12-week accelerator program
- 10-week fintech-focused accelerator
- 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)
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
- Reach out to program alumni or current participants to gain insights into the application process
OpenAI Residency 2026
The OpenAI Residency is a six-month research program in San Francisco that embeds talented individuals within OpenAI’s research teams to work on frontier AI problems with mentorship and real project contributions.
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.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
PearX
12-week accelerator by Pear VC investing $250K–$2M in each startup.
LAUNCH Accelerator
$125K for 6–7% equity; 14-week accelerator founded by Jason Calacanis.
The Mint (BTV)
10-week fintech accelerator; invests $500K for 10% SAFE.
AngelPad
10-week accelerator (NYC/SF) offering $120K for 7% equity.
Betaworks AI Camp
$500K investment from a Betaworks-led syndicate for AI startups.
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
Afore Grants
100% non‐dilutive microgrants of $1,000 for high‐agency builders aged 21 or younger in North America, paired with mentorship and program support.
Boost VC
Deep tech accelerator investing $500,000 for ~15% equity.