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Entrepreneurial Intern Scholars Program

Work alongside founders in a startup environment and gain hands-on experience building a business from the ground up.

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About the Program

The Entrepreneurial Intern Scholars Program connects TCU students with startups at TechFW, providing a unique opportunity to experience the early stages of business development. Students work directly with founders to support growth, strategy and operations.

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Program Experience

Students gain real-world startup experience while building professional skills, mentorship connections and industry networks through approximately 100 hours of applied work in entrepreneurial environments.

  • Hands-on work with founders
  • Exposure to early-stage business operations
  • Mentorship and professional guidance
  • Opportunities to apply classroom learning in real environments

The program is open to undergraduate TCU students in good academic standing. International students may apply with appropriate academic credit and coordination.

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Apply to the Program

Applications open seasonally for students interested in participating in the program. Fall 2026 applications will open in August. Please contact Lindsay Byrne at l.c.byrne@tcu.edu with any questions.