NYLA Entrepreneurathon 2026

About

A one-day startup competition designed for middle and high school students to immerse themselves in entrepreneurship, offering hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and mentorship from industry professionals. Participants will collaborate in teams to develop their startup ideas and present them in a pitch competition, gaining valuable insights and skills in the process.

Benefits

• 🎓Hands-on Experience
  Participants gain practical skills in entrepreneurship through real-world challenges.
• 🌐Networking Opportunities
  Connect with NJIT's entrepreneurship ecosystem and other aspiring entrepreneurs.
• 🛠️ Startup Workshops
  Access to workshops focused on building and developing startup ideas.
• 🤝Mentorship
  Receive guidance from experienced mentors throughout the competition.

Eligibility Criteria

• Middle and high school students from New Jersey
• Participants from underserved communities
• Teams formed during the event

Participation Commitments

• Must attend a one-day event focused on entrepreneurship
• Team collaboration is required to develop ideas and pitches
• Participation in a pitch competition to present ideas to judges.

Target Region

New Jersey

Target Sector

Education / Entrepreneurship