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Wily Initiatives Fund Internship Grant

The purpose of the Wily Initiatives Fund Internship Grant is to provide up to $4500 financial assistance for an internship that enables undergraduates to gain exposure and work experience in an early-stage technology-focused startup company during terms away from campus.

 

Qualifications

Applicant:

  • Currently enrolled Dartmouth undergraduate at the time of application
  • In good academic standing
  • No honor code violations

Internship & Startup:

  • Early-stage tech-focused startup
  • Under 3 years of existence
  • Under $100K in revenue
  • Under $250k funding
  • The internship does not need to be a technical role, but the startup itself should be technology focused

Note: Preference is given to Dartmouth-related startups.

Questions? Contact Roy Schmidt

Required Application Items:

  1. Online Application (The Google Forms application will require signing in with your Dartmouth@Google account for file uploads)
  2. Current resume

 

Dates

Spring 24:

  • Applications will open Wednesday, May 1.
  • Deadline to apply will be Wednesday, May 15 at 11:59pm ET.
  • If selected for an interview, you will receive an email notification by eod Friday, May 17.
  • Applicants will be notified of final decisions by eod Friday, May 31.

 

Important Notes:

  • All recipients must provide any necessary information or documentation within one month of award notification or any and all monies awarded will be forfeited. If receiving an award, checks must be deposited within 90 days to avoid loss of funds. Checks will not be reissued.
  • International students should consult with their OVIS advisor before accepting any offer of employment, including a paid or unpaid internship, to ensure that the proposed activities are permissible under the immigration rules. All taxes are the responsibility of the award recipient.
  • Grant recipients are required to submit a one-page summary of the impact the internship experience has on their academic career and future career aspirations.
  • Employers: Please note that an unpaid internship is not just free labor! These grants are for internships that provide an educational experience in an early-stage tech startup environment.

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