Program · Fellowship
DayDream Fellows
DayDream Fellows is DayDream Ventures' fellowship offering education and networking opportunities for students and recent graduates interested in venture capital.
- Application state
- Not published
Overview
What DayDream Fellows offers
What DayDream Fellows is
DayDream Fellows (formerly known as GenZScouts) is an eight-week startup and venture capital fellowship program designed to empower students with skills and networks for careers as founders, investors, or startup operators. The program recognizes that younger generations often face barriers to venture capital careers without proactive access and education. By providing education, mentorship, and network building, the program democratizes access to venture capital and startup operations knowledge. It leverages student networks to identify and vet startup founders while equipping students with the necessary industry knowledge and relationships needed to launch careers as investors or operators.
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
- DayDream Ventures
- Last reviewed
- March 16, 2026
Terms and economics
Published program terms
- Price
- Unknown
- Compensation
- Unknown
Compensation and economics
The fellowship offers no cash stipend; value is delivered through education, mentorship, networking and potential deal‑sourcing credits.
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
DayDream Fellows aims to empower the next generation of venture capitalists and startup operators by providing them with the necessary education, mentorship, and networking opportunities. The program focuses on breaking down barriers to entry in the venture capital space for students and recent graduates, ensuring they have the skills and connections needed to succeed in their careers.
Eligibility
Current college or university student, recent graduate (within 1-2 years post-graduation), demonstrated interest in venture capital, startup operations, or founder paths, application to fellowship.
Selection approach
Applications open each semester and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates complete a short Airtable form covering résumé, LinkedIn and a brief motivation statement. Selection favours intellectual curiosity, evidence of hustle on campus and a commitment to complete all eight weeks. Finalists are notified by email within two weeks of applying. Cohorts are typically 30‑40 fellows.
- Regions
- United States
- Audience
- Students
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- Hybrid
- Main location
- United States
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Engagement
- Unknown
Delivery model
The program features a hybrid format with both virtual and in-person sessions.
Participation expectations
The commitment averages 5–8 hours per week for eight consecutive weeks—one 90‑minute live workshop, one hour of office hours, and independent sourcing or project work.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Not published
- Admissions
- Unknown
Published timeline
The program runs for 8 weeks, with cohorts launching in 2026.
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
Education: Venture capital fundamentals and startup operations knowledge from industry experts. Mentorship: Direct access to founders and venture capitalists for guidance. Network building: Peer relationships with 250+ students and young professionals across the country. Deal sourcing opportunity: Leverage student networks to identify and vet startup founders for accelerators, angels, and VCs. Career acceleration: Early exposure to venture capital and startup ecosystem. Portfolio building: Demonstrate venture capital knowledge and startup experience. Investor relationships: Direct connections to founders, angels, and institutional investors.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
In the first four years as GenZScouts, over 15 students founded venture-backed startups, 30 alumni became full-time venture capital investors, and 70 alumni secured operator/executive roles in high-growth startups.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
DayDream Fellows is published in Upseed as a fellowship program hosted by DayDream Ventures. 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
March 16, 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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