DMZ: Basecamp Sprint

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Details

  • Intensive 4-week program: Tailored for university students (undergraduate or graduate level) eager to accelerate their business ideas
  • Personal and professional growth: Benefit from a curated selection of development opportunities aimed at expanding your entrepreneurial mindset
  • Participate in Toronto Tech Week: Pitch your idea at a new annual Toronto event launching this June
  • Travel opportunity: Win up to $2,000 in travel grants to explore new markets worldwide
  • Continuation to Voyage: Commitment is required for the subsequent Basecamp Voyage, ensuring a seamless journey of growth and learning

Program outline

  • Week 1: Entrepreneurship and Goal Setting
  • Week 2: Owning the Stage
  • Week 3: Refining Your Pitch
  • Week 4: Toronto Tech Week

Application criteria

Students interested in the program must:

  • Have at least one team member commit to the program in person 3 days a week
  • Be able to participate in both Basecamp Sprint and the subsequent Voyage program
  • Be returning to school in the fall or have graduated from a university undergraduate or graduate program within 8 months of the program start date
  • Have an innovative business idea that utilizes technology to solve a compelling industry problem and are ready to grow the idea
  • Be driven and coachable

Important Dates

  • Application deadline: May 4
  • Interviews: April 10 - May 20
  • Final Decision: May 20
  • Onboarding meeting: May 28
  • Program start: June 3