Jiang Fellows is an entrepreneurship program rooted in Cornell Engineering. The program is open to all juniors at Cornell University that have a strong interest in entrepreneurship.
Applications Open
Applications for Summer 2027 will be accepted through October 14, 2026.
Interested students can register for the upcoming information session on Wednesday, October 7, from 4-5 pm ET to learn more about the program.
Jiang Fellows program is delivered in two phases:
- Students enroll in a 1-credit immersive course and a 3-credit co-requisite course in entrepreneurship to explore fundamental topics in entrepreneurship and to help them cultivate their readiness for a summer internship experience at a startup.
- Students then spend the summer between their junior and senior years working for a startup of their choosing.
During the program, students are connected to executive leadership at their chosen startup to build their entrepreneurial skills, experience, and professional network, as well as a robust network of Jiang Fellows alumni to aid them as they develop their careers.
Eligibility and Selection
Any junior at Cornell University with an interest in entrepreneurship is encouraged to apply. Competitive applicants will have completed one of the following prerequisites or be positioned to complete the requirement concurrently during the spring semester:
- NBA 3000: The Business of Entrepreneurship
- ENGRG 4610: Entrepreneurship for Engineers
- AEM 2220: Dilemmas in Entrepreneurship
- AEM 3249: Entrepreneurial Marketing and Strategy
- NBA 5070: Entrepreneurship for Scientists and Engineers
- NBA 6910: Physical Product Entrepreneurship with Ken Rother
- HADM 4965: Business Plan Competition with Brad Treat
- HADM 4195: NYC Venture Capital Trek with Zach Shulman
Occasionally offered:
- ENGRG 2270: Introduction to Entrepreneurship for Engineers
- AEM 4200: Dilemmas in Founding New Ventures
- AEM 3380 Social Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Problem Solvers
Program Funding
Summer funding is provided through the generosity of Dr. Tianyi (TJ) Jiang ’96. Fellows will receive a weekly stipend during their internship and have all travel costs covered.
Student Commitment
The program involves a 1-credit course and 3-credit co-requisite during the spring semester, mentorship from an Entrepreneur in Residence, and a presentation at the conclusion of their summer startup experience.
“This program solidified my love for the energy and environment of a startup. I’ve gained an appreciation for the parts of a technology company beyond engineering, where I can use my technical background to contribute in ways I hadn’t previously considered.”
— Isabel Chan, Jiang Fellows ’26
“During the program, I discovered the beauty of building something from the ground up, thinking like a visionary, and contributing to the growth of a company. Learning more about startup growth opened my eyes and made me seriously consider building a startup as a potential career path.”
— Elie Ntakirutimana, Jiang Fellows ’26