How ShipIntern Works:
From Preparation to Curation
We operate as a dual-sided ecosystem. Students build verifiable capability and earn readiness credentials; partner startups submit requirements and discover evaluated emerging talent.
How It Works:
Two Interconnected Journeys
A transparent ecosystem functions only when both candidates and founders understand every step of the process.
Discover & Apply
Submit your student application with links to your GitHub, portfolio, or academic background.
Cohort Admission
Review of intent and enrollment into the upcoming 14-day fellowship cohort sprint.
14-Day Sprint
30% learning, 50% execution, 20% feedback across daily hands-on sprints.
Proof of Work
Complete, iterate, and polish an authentic project deliverable tailored to real startup challenges.
Readiness Audit
Multi-dimensional review measuring async communication, problem-solving speed, and adaptability.
ShipIntern Ready
Earn verified ecosystem credential based on demonstrated outputs, not attendance.
Ecosystem Curation
Profile surfaced directly to partner startups seeking your specific functional track.
Autonomous Decision
Participate in startup interviews; the hiring company makes the final selection.
The 6-Metric Readiness Diagnostic Rubric
To earn “ShipIntern Ready” status, fellows are evaluated against six objective operational competencies.
Ability to write concise executive status updates, document assumptions clearly, and ask high-context clarifying questions.
Quality of the submitted Proof of Work artifact: architectural soundness, code hygiene, PRD rigor, or analytical depth.
Velocity from initial challenge brief to functional prototype or structured draft under constrained timelines.
Pliability and speed in incorporating sharp mentor critiques into tangible v2 deliverable improvements.
Performance in the timed live startup simulation when faced with missing requirements or unexpected trade-offs.
Strict adherence to cohort deadlines, respectful peer collaboration, meeting punctuality, and high personal agency.
Trust & Transparency
We believe in honest career acceleration. We do not sell false promises or fabricated placement claims. Here is exactly what we provide — and what we do not guarantee.
What ShipIntern Provides
What ShipIntern Does NOT Guarantee
Any program charging money while promising “guaranteed startup jobs” is engaging in predatory recruitment practices. ShipIntern focuses on what actually works: making you a demonstrably better candidate through verifiable Proof of Work.