Our Programs
Comprehensive programs designed to provide real-world venture capital experience through rigorous education, hands-on startup evaluation, and direct industry connections.
Key Features:
- 6-8 week intensive curriculum
- Expert-led workshops and teach-ins
- Internal investment competition
- Direct VC professional mentorship
All newly admitted members begin as Analyst Trainees and participate in a rigorous 6–8 week education program co-developed with Duke Innovation & Entrepreneurship (I&E).
This curriculum combines hands-on workshops, expert-led teach-ins, and case-based learning to build core competencies in startup sourcing and evaluation, investment thesis construction, market research and due diligence fundamentals, and communication of insights and recommendations.
The program culminates in an internal investment competition, where teams pitch their final theses to a panel of judges. The winning team earns the opportunity to represent Duke at the Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC), hosted nationally at UNC.
Key Features:
- Private speaker events
- Founder roundtables
- VC firm networking
- Priority access to high-growth ventures
Fellows gain exclusive access to private speaker events featuring prominent venture capitalists, successful founders, and industry leaders sharing insights about the startup ecosystem.
Participate in intimate founder roundtables where you can engage directly with entrepreneurs building the next generation of companies.
Network with professionals from top-tier VC firms and gain insights into career paths in venture capital and entrepreneurship.
Receive priority access to internship and full-time opportunities at high-growth ventures and investment firms through our extensive alumni network.
For Everyone
Whether you're a founder, investor, or just curious about VC
Skill Building
Meaningful skills in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting startups
Real Connections
Direct access to real investors and founders
Each session is designed to help our members build meaningful skills in sourcing, evaluating, and supporting startups—while connecting directly with real investors and founders.