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Apply for Fall 2024!

Applications close on 9/10 @ 11:59pm

Timeline

  • 9/4 | Info Session 1

    Join us at eHub Kennedy @ 6pm to meet our members, learn about what we do, and what our interview process is like

  • 9/8 | Info Session 2

    Join us at eHub Kennedy @ 4:30pm to meet our members, learn about what we do, and what our interview process is like

  • 9/10 | Interview Workshop

    Come learn about what our interviews are like and gain practice at eHub Kennedy @ 7pm

9/12 - 9/13 | 1st Round Interviews

Check out a past 1st round primer below.

Varying times

9/14 - 9/15 | Final Round Interviews

Check out a past final round primer below.

9am-7pm ET (both days)

Sign up for Coffee Chats to learn more about CVC and what we do

*Note: All interactions with CVC prior to interviews will not contribute to your application decision (our information sessions and cocoa chats are truly optional — they are designed to be purely informational and will have no impact on your application).

Process.

 

Application 🚀

 

Show us your passions and interests — we want to learn more about who you are and your becoming. Venture capital experience is not necessary.

 

Resume Screen 📝

 

Your resume will be holistically evaluated alongside your application. Successful applicants will receive an email with details for our first round of interviews.

 

First Round Interview 🎨

 

30 hours prior to the interview, applicants will be given a specific industry to research along with a list of sample questions. We highly encourage applicants to dig deep into the industry and have fun with the project! Form your own unique perspectives and play to your strengths — we want to see you exhibit your technical knowledge if you are an engineer, display your business acumen as a business student, or develop perspectives that are unique to your experiences and research.

 

Final Round Interview 💡

 

The format of this final interview will be similar to the first interview. We will release a different topic 48 hours prior to the final round interview as well.

🔮 FAQs

When is my application due?

Applications are due 9/10 @ 11:59pm!

Why should I join CVC?

Apart from gaining valuable professional experiences through project work, workshops, and VC-related events, CVC offers a community of passionate and ambitious students who mentor each other.

In the words of our members:

“My STEM-style analytical thinking translated really well into doing market research. CVC has challenged me to rethink how I approach problems, which has impacted every aspect of my life — from scientific research to social relationships.” — Olivia Qiu, Biology ’21

“I joined CVC because it connects me to ideas, teams, and technologies that are changing the world. I interviewed C-suite executives, deep-dived into two industries and attended an entrepreneurship summit — all in my first semester at CVC.” — Josiah Kek, Economics ’22

“Understanding the disruptive technologies as well as the social and political consequences of developments such as smart cities, is essential to my government education. CVC also challenges my philosophy background, putting my abstract understanding of argumentation into practical investment and market-based theses.”  — Mason Woods, Government and Philosophy ’20

What does CVC look for in a candidate?

Many current CVC members had never heard of venture capital prior to applying to CVC. We do not look for prior experience of any kind, but would like to see candidates demonstrate genuine passion in their field of interest and also a hunger to learn more about other fields. We look for candidates who view CVC as more than a professional club for advancing their careers, but a club where they can see themselves contributing, both intellectually and socially, during their time at Cornell and beyond.

The CVC interview process will be different from many other business clubs on campus. There will be a resume screen and two rounds of interviews; both are meant to simulate what project work in CVC may feel like to a new analyst.

Do you have any tips for navigating the application process?

At CVC, we look for individuals who are passionate about their work, demonstrate analytical thought, and are genuinely interested in the venture capital space. By nature of the diverse work we do with our clients, we look for members from a variety of backgrounds—from engineering to fiber science and apparel design. We encourage candidates to be themselves throughout the process and look forward to hearing unique perspectives.

Is there a dress code?

The dress code for all our events is casual—dress is not part of our recruitment criteria; please come in whatever clothing makes you feel most comfortable!