Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship FAQs

🚀 What is the Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship?

Break into venture capital with confidence. The Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship is a high-impact, four-month program designed for driven, high-potential professionals ready to launch their careers in VC.

Each cohort includes just 10 standout Fellows—keeping it tight, focused, and powerful. This part-time experience offers real-world exposure at top VC firms, expert-led venture finance training, and deep connections in the city’s thriving tech and investing scene.

It’s your springboard to a full-time role in venture capital.

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APPLY NOW for Cohort 10 of the Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship!

📅 Key Dates

• Early Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM CT

  ✓ Smaller applicant pool + quicker decision

• Final Deadline: Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM CT

• Program Dates: September 9 – December 9, 2026 </aside>

🧠 Who Should Apply?

We are looking for high-potential individuals who:

• Are firmly committed to pursuing a career in venture capital.
• Have at least two (2) years of professional work experience, or are currently enrolled in graduate school.
• Have authorization to legally work in the United States.

The Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship is open to applicants based in the United States. Some programming is held in-person in Chicago. Non-Chicago applicants should be prepared to attend all required in-person sessions.

📅 When is the Next Cohort?

Cohort 10 runs from September 9 - Dec 9, 2065. See below for the full program schedule (subject to change):

📚 What Will I Gain from the Fellowship?

• 🎓 Formal venture finance training through VC University
• 🤖 Formal AI training training through leaders in the industry
• 💡 Live learning sessions with top VCs and tech leaders
• 💼 Hands-on experience working with a VC firm
• 🌐  Curated networking opportunities to build meaningful connections