One week. Fully sponsored. Meet the founders who built what you dream of building, while experiencing the world's biggest startup ecosystem first-hand.
Summer 2026 | Applications open April 2026
Join the WaitlistThe best founders in Cambridge are building world-class technology. But most have never set foot in Silicon Valley — never sat across from the people who built billion-dollar companies. Never felt the energy of a place where everyone around you is building something.
Bridge Fellows changes that in one week. We take the most ambitious founders from Cambridge to Silicon Valley for an immersion experience.
This isn't a relocation program. It's a perspective shift. We want you to see how the grass is on the other side — to experience what it actually feels like to be in the room. Then you decide where you want to build your company. Cambridge, San Francisco, or anywhere else. That's your call.
You don't need a company yet. You need the drive to build one.
| Applications Open | April 2026 |
| Program Week | Summer 2026 (exact dates TBA) |
| Review Process | Rolling basis – apply early |
Nothing. The program is fully sponsored. Flights, accommodation, food, and all events are covered. You just show up and bring your ambition.
No. You can be working on a side project, a research spin-out, or an idea you're serious about. We care about what you're building and your drive, not whether you've incorporated.
No. We give you a taste of Silicon Valley so you can experience the ecosystem first-hand. Where you build your company after that is entirely your decision. Cambridge, San Francisco, London — your call.
Yes. You can apply solo or with your co-founder(s). Just fill out one application and mention your team.
On a rolling basis. We read every application as it comes in. Early applicants may hear back sooner. We select up to 10 founders per cohort.
A mix of office hours with unicorn founders, company visits to leading startups and VC firms, pitch practice sessions, networking dinners, and a demo day. Every day is designed to be exceptional.
You join the Bridge Fellows alumni network — a lifelong community of ambitious Cambridge founders. We continue with introductions, quarterly check-ins, and ongoing support. The network is the long-term value.
No equity is required to participate. The program is free with no strings attached.
Be the first to know when applications open. Waitlist members get priority review and early access to the program details.