About Chicago:Blend
Chicago:Blend is a Midwest VC community initiative working to expand access to venture capital careers.
Program
The Chicago:Blend Venture Fellowship is a four-month program combining peer learning, real-world experience, and industry exposure. Fellows are placed at a local VC firm and work on authentic tasks including deal sourcing and diligence evaluation.
What's included
- A work-experience placement at a local VC firm
- Access to Chicago:Blend's professional network and alumni connections
- Formal venture finance training via VC University and weekly sessions
- Co-working space access at multiple Chicago locations
- Post-program career support
Cohort 10 dates
- Application deadline: June 28, 2026
- Program duration: September 9 - December 9, 2026
- Demo Day: December 9, 2026
Over 90% of alumni who pursued VC roles secured one.