VentureLink 2022 Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program

The Profeta Entrepreneur-In-Residence (EIR) program provides training, access, and support to black, indigenous, and people of color who are interested in becoming high-tech, high-growth entrepreneurs. The EIR’s receive a financial stipend, access to entrepreneurial training and mentors, and an opportunity to build startups grounded in university intellectual property, partnered with researchers. 

• Table of Content
• About VentureLink
• Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program
• Aim and Benefits of Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program
• Requirements for Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About VentureLink

Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program

Application Deadline	Not Specified
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	VentureLink
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program

Stipend

$13,000 stipend over the course of 6 months, provided in monthly installments. 

Programming

Access to all VentureLink entrepreneurial programs, including cohort educational sessions, Linkups, and Coffee Club.

Residency

Expected 5 days/week working and learning. This does not need to be in the VentureLink co-working space, but must be productively spent.

Network

Access to 1:1 consulting and support from the NJII Entrepreneurship Division, mentorship from industry and startup experts, and connections to Investors (upon readiness).

Requirements for Paul Profeta Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program Qualification

This program supports black, indigenous, and people of color ONLY. 

You do not need entrepreneurial experience to be qualified for this program. We are open to individuals of all professional backgrounds, although we do look for people with entrepreneurial aptitude and the tenacity to build a high-growth startup.

Below are a few of the requirements for eligibility:  ?

1. BIPOC Individuals are eligible for this program. Funding is provided by a generous gift from Paul Profeta to expand entrepreneurial opportunities for these communities. 

2. Newark, NYC, or Northern NJ-based. Individuals interested in this program must be located within commuting distance from Newark, NJ. 

3. HS Graduate/GED +++. You need a minimum of a high school diploma or GED to apply, but continuing education is preferred. 

4. Entrepreneurial spirit is required, but no entrepreneurial experience is needed. We're looking for individuals who are open to risk and feedback, willing to think creatively and act flexibly, and those who focus on outcomes and results. 

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to VentureLink on njit.typeform.com to apply

1. Submit Your Application Here

2. Interview  

3. Project  - details will be provided if an applicant makes it to this step

4. Selection  

For more details, visit VentureLink website.