Explore building a startup among the best in Europe

The Firstday fellowship is an invite-only program for Europe’s top future founders. Learn from Europe's leading founders and VCs, network and build with your fellows.

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6 weeks of learning, networking, and building

Join Europe’s premier startup fellowship designed for pre-idea and pre-seed founders. Over six weeks, immerse yourself in learning from top European entrepreneurs and VCs, connect with peers, and launch your startup.

Starting date is in the middle of Q2, 2025

6 week fellowship program

Top speakers

Gain insights from Europe’s leading founders and venture capitalists.

Learn from top experts

Networking

Collaborate with fellow founders, share ideas, and build impactful startups together.

Find a co-founder

Demo day

Showcase your project to thousands of people online, connect with investors and talent.

Pitch your startup

Remote

Participate fully online.

100% online

Nights and weekends

Explore building a startup while you work or study.

Flexible schedule

No-equity

Equity-free and free of cost. The program is covered by scholarships from our partners.

Free for founders