The program offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn the business of technology and entrepreneurship in New York City, powered by WIRED's expertise and network, including exclusive site visits to leading tech companies and innovation hubs.
The WIRED Summer Academy is a two-week immersive program in New York City designed for high school students aged 15-18. Students explore the business of technology and entrepreneurship, gaining insight into how technology companies are built and how to transform an idea into a viable startup. The curriculum includes hands-on learning, expert mentorship, and site visits to New York City startups and innovation hubs like WIRED HQ, Techstars, Cornell Tech, Newlab, and Google Headquarters. Participants learn to identify real-world problems, research users, validate ideas, and design technology-enabled solutions. They also delve into core business fundamentals such as product development, branding, and market research. The program culminates in students developing and pitching their own startup concept to a panel of industry experts, leaving with a tangible project and an expanded professional network.
Students participate in interactive workshops, lectures by industry experts, and real-world projects, complemented by site visits to tech companies and innovation hubs in New York City.
The ideal student is a curious high schooler fascinated by technology—how it's built, evolves, and powers the products and companies shaping our world—who wants to explore the business of technology and entrepreneurship.
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