Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Africa is currently accepting applications for its Industry Innovation Lab Techskills Marketplace Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
About CMU Africa Industry Innovation Lab Techskills Marketplace Program
Opportunity Details
The TechSkills Marketplace Program connects African startups with top CMU-Africa student talent to solve real-world technical challenges while nurturing future-ready innovators. Through this program, startups gain access to skilled interns in areas such as AI, data science, software engineering, and product development, while contributing to hands-on learning that drives Africa's digital transformation.
Benefits of CMU Africa Industry Innovation Lab Techskills Marketplace Program
- Access to high-performing CMU-Africa graduate interns
- A co-funded internship model where CMU-Africa supports part of the stipend cost
- Access and visibility to CMU-Africa's Innovation Hub partner network and innovation ecosystem
- An opportunity to nurture talent while scaling impactful solutions
CMU Africa Industry Innovation Lab Techskills Marketplace Program Requirements
We're seeking impact-driven startups that are:
- Registered and operational in Africa (with a clear business model or product in development)
- Able to co-fund the internship
- Able to provide projects focused on technology or digital innovation such as developing a digital platform, enhancing data systems, improving product design, or building AI-driven solutions etc
- Committed to mentorship and collaboration, providing a supportive environment for graduate student interns
- Open to remote or hybrid engagement models with interns from CMU-Africa
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
01 December, 2025
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