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a16z American Dynamism Engineering Fellows
a16z American Dynamism Engineering Fellows is Andreessen Horowitz's fellowship offering immersive experience in venture capital for early-career engineers.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What a16z American Dynamism Engineering Fellows offers
What a16z American Dynamism Engineering Fellows is
The American Dynamism Engineering Fellows Program is a 12-month, full-time, paid fellowship at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), one of the world's largest and most influential venture capital firms. The program targets early-career engineers and researchers with expertise at the intersection of hardware and software, specifically in areas such as autonomy, simulation, controls, and artificial intelligence.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Fellowship
- Host organization
- Andreessen Horowitz
- Last reviewed
- May 26, 2026
Terms and economics
Published program terms
- Price
- Free
- Compensation
- Stipend
Compensation and economics
Full-time paid fellowship for 12 months (specific compensation not publicly disclosed, though a16z is known for competitive compensation).
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
The American Dynamism Engineering Fellows Program aims to cultivate early-career engineers and researchers who are passionate about building businesses in critical infrastructure sectors. By embedding fellows within the investment team, the program provides a unique opportunity to learn the venture capital lifecycle while focusing on sectors that support national interests.
Eligibility
Early-career engineers and researchers with expertise at the intersection of hardware and software (autonomy, simulation, controls, AI). Must be passionate about defense, energy, space, industrials, manufacturing, or public safety sectors.
Selection approach
The program is open for applications. Candidates should have a few years of commercial work experience (ideally at a startup) or advanced degrees with exceptional technical projects.
- Stages
- Seed
- Sectors
- Energy
- Regions
- United States
- Audience
- Researchers
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- In Person
- Main location
- San Francisco or New York City
- Duration
- 52 weeks
- Cohorts per year
- 1
- Engagement
- Full Time
Delivery model
Fellows are required to be in-person, based in either San Francisco or New York City.
Participation expectations
The fellowship requires a full-time commitment over the course of 12 months.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Open
Published timeline
The program lasts for 12 months, with cohorts starting annually.
Application considerations
Candidates should highlight their technical projects and any relevant commercial experience in their applications. Passion for the sectors of focus is crucial.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
Benefits include full immersion in a16z's investment team and American Dynamism practice, direct involvement in deal sourcing, due diligence, and investment decisions, access to a16z's $42B+ platform and portfolio network, mentorship from Katherine Boyle and the American Dynamism team.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
The program launched in 2024, so alumni outcomes are limited. It is designed as a career launchpad into startups, research labs, founding companies, or venture capital careers within American Dynamism sectors.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
a16z American Dynamism Engineering Fellows is published in Upseed as a fellowship program hosted by Andreessen Horowitz. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
May 26, 2026
Known limits
Terms, deadlines, and application states can change. Confirm current details at the published destination before acting. Upseed does not yet classify every Program destination as official.
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