Startup Week
Join the committee that helps host, Startup Week! Startup Week is NYU's premier student run week-long event held in the spring that brings together students, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals to celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship. The event features a variety of activities, including workshops, panel discussions, networking events, and a 48-hour hackathon.
Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Startup Week has something for everyone. Join us to learn new skills, connect with like-minded individuals, and get inspired to turn your ideas into reality!
Startup Week is open to all NYU students, regardless of their major or level of experience. We encourage students from all backgrounds to participate and contribute to the vibrant entrepreneurial community at NYU.
Feel free to checkout the Startup Week website what we had for the 2025 version at www.nyustartupweek.org
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Previous Partners
We've been proud to partner with industry-leading companies and organizations that share our vision for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Startup Week Structure
Buildathon (A 48hr Hiring Hackathon)
Join us for a thrilling 48-hour hackathon where you'll team up with fellow innovators to create groundbreaking solutions. Whether you're a coder, designer, or business strategist, this is your chance to shine and potentially get hired by top startups!
Keynote
Hear from the top minds in the NYC ecosystem, featuring previous 30u30, unicorn founders, and more!
Panel
Throughout the week, you'll learn from industry experts and thought leaders as they share insights and experiences on various topics. We've had YC, ZFellows, Sequoia, and various other voices be represented in our panel series!
Workshops
Also participate in various hands-on workshops led by industry professionals and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions are designed to equip you with practical skills and knowledge to help you succeed in your entrepreneurial journey. Prev Feat, Notion, Figma, Adobe, Vercel, and more!
Get Involved
Not a student? Looking to sponsor, volunteer, or recruit at Startup Week?
Send an email to startupweek@techatnyu.org
Student? Looking to participate in Startup Week?
Join our organizing committee and help make Startup Week happen! Choose from one of these roles and apply through a single application:
Design & Marketing
Create stunning visuals, manage social media, and craft compelling content to promote Startup Week
Build a portfolio with real-world design projects
Learn marketing strategies for tech events
Work with industry-standard design tools
Create content that reaches thousands of students
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Operations
Handle logistics, coordinate events, and ensure everything runs smoothly during Startup Week
Develop project management skills
Network with industry professionals
Learn event planning at scale
Gain experience in team coordination
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Outreach/Growth
Connect with sponsors, reach out to speakers, and build partnerships with companies and organizations
Build business development skills
Network with startup founders and VCs
Learn partnership and sponsorship strategies
Develop communication and negotiation skills
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Engineering
Build and maintain the technical infrastructure for Startup Week, including websites and digital tools
Work on real production applications
Learn modern web development technologies
Contribute to open-source projects
Build tools used by hundreds of participants
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