Student Tech Track
About
Student Tech Track is designed so that you can take part while you study. You will be equipped with practical tools to validate and launch your deep tech start-up after graduation.
Why Join?
- Gain practical skills in entrepreneurship while leveraging your academic knowledge.
- Learn from industry leaders and experienced start-up founders.
- Be part of an exclusive community which brings technology into real world application.
Program Highlights:
- Hands-on workshops tailored to student needs, focusing on ideation, validating, and pitching.
- Internship opportunities with early-stage start-ups to gain real-world insights.
- Excursions and networking events designed to connect students with alumni and industry experts.
- 10 Students per batch with 1:1 guidance.
Key Benefits for Students:
- Learn: Develop entrepreneurial skills that complement your academic curriculum.
- Apply: Work on real-world problems and transform ideas into viable start-ups.
- Grow: Access mentorship, tools, and resources to fast-track your entrepreneurial journey.
Our Roots:
"We're a collaborative initiative by TUM, the EU's top-ranked technical university, and UnternehmerTUM, Europe's leading entrepreneurship center. We’re committed to turning groundbreaking tech and life science ideas into entrepreneurial successes."
Good to known.
Student Tech Track is designed to identify top talent on campus and build a thriving community of future entrepreneurs in Heilbronn. You will be equipped with practical tools to validate and launch your deep tech start-up after graduation.
Deep Tech Start-ups work on advanced or emerging technology in order to address deep complex societal/global challenges that result in creation of transformative and extremely valuable solutions.
Yes! The program requires in-person participation as we organize events and workshops in Heilbronn. Unfortunately, it is not possible to participate virtually in the Student Tech Track.
The Student Tech Track is structured into two parts: Learn and Apply. In the first part, participants gain a foundational understanding of technologies, market trends and opportunities. In the second part, you validate your start-up idea through practical workshops.
During the project phase the time commitment will depend on your motivation, but at least 4-5 hours per week. For the involvement in the program's operations we expect a commitment of 2 hours per week.
Primary target group are students pursuing a Master's degree. We want a diverse spectrum of backgrounds (tech; business; design) it helps to create an environment of open discussion and diverse ideas. Therefore, anyone interested in Software & AI technologies into application can apply.
No, the program is free of charge.
No, TUM Venture Labs does not offer funding. We focus on providing knowledge, mentorship, and general support to develop your venture.
If you have further questions, please reach out to us at: software-ai.heilbronn@tum-venture-labs.de
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The application for the next batch is currently closed. However, you can join our waiting list to be notified when the application reopens.
