This program of the East Bay Outreach Project at the Haas School of Business is a free, year-long, entrepreneurial training and mentoring program for high schoolers, teaching the basics of starting and running a business. Phase I. July 25-Aug. 8, two-week summer session, including classroom instruction, guest speakers and field trips. During the school year, participants are paired with MBA graduate student mentors who work with them to complete business plans. After attending additional workshops, participants can present their business plans to the EBOP Venture Capital Board.
Successful plans receive startup funding.
Lunches, curriculum, bus passes as needed, field trips and guest speakers are provided during Phase I. YEB is especially looking for economically disadvantaged and minority youth with good ideas for potential businesses. Open enrollment January-May. Early deadline April 30. Final deadline June 1. Campers spend half the day as science explorers and half as athletes.