Climate Technology Entrepreneurship Fellow

About LabStartLabStart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit bridging the gap between laboratory research and market-ready technology. We discover talented entrepreneurs, provide financial support and mentorship, unlock access to frontier climate technologies, and streamline commercialization pathways for breakthrough climate solutions. Fellowship OverviewThe LabStart fellowship empowers entrepreneurs to commercialize breakthrough technologies from America's research labs. We're seeking passionate individuals, including nontraditional founders, who are ready to transform innovations into market realities through our two-phase program: Discovery Phase (4 months, part time, virtual):$1.5K/month (total $6K) funding to explore technology validation and market opportunitiesWeekly training sessions for launching a climate startup, step by stepPersonalized coachingMentorship to identify promising innovationsAccess to our network of national labs and university partners Launch Phase (12 months, full time, hybrid):$100K SAFE note to build your company plus dedicated scholarship funds6-8 hours/week of LabStart programming including expert instruction, scenario workshops, and personalized coachingDirect support to commercialize cutting-edge technologies from U.S. research institutionsLegal support for licensing and intellectual propertyCurated in-person gatherings to foster peer bonding and networking with future customers, partners, and funders Who We're Looking ForWe're seeking passionate individuals with:Deep interest in climate innovation and entrepreneurshipDetermination to overcome challenges in deep tech commercializationWillingness to learn and grow as a founderCommitment to building climate solutions What We OfferDirect access to breakthrough technologies from national laboratoriesExpert mentorship from successful founders and industry leadersA supportive community of climate innovatorsStrategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the climate tech ecosystem Success StoriesOur 2025-2026 cohort launched over a dozen startups addressing critical environmental challenges, with several securing follow-on equity or venture capital investments. Fellows graduate from our program ready to grow and scale their climate tech companies. How to ApplyApplications for the 2027 cohort are open at labstart.co/apply until October 9, 2026. Register for an information session to learn more:Wednesday, Aug 12 at 12pm PTWednesday, Sept 9 at 9:30am PTTuesday, Oct 6 at 3pm PT Equal OpportunityLabStart is committed to building a diverse community of fellows. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives who are passionate about climate innovation.