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Launchpad applications open November 1st.

We’re excited you’re interested in joining Launchpad! Here’s what you need to know about applying for our next cohort:

  • Submit Your Application: Complete the student application.

  • Parent/Guardian Form: Have your parent/guardian fill out their form.

  • Interview + Hackathon (New!): Selected applicants will be invited for an in-person interview with our team and to join us for a day of coding.

  • Decision Notification: All applicants will be notified of their status by May 1st, 2027.

 

Launchpad will begin accepting applications for 2027 – 2028 soon. Applications will be considered until all slots are filled.

Want to be notified when applications open again? Let us know with the student interest form.

Who Can Apply

To apply for Launchpad Foundations, you must be:

  • Current 11th or 12th grade student in Philadelphia, on track to graduate

  • Able to leave school around 12:30 pm daily during the 2027-2028 school year

  • Able to commute to 8th and Market Street for all Launchpad sessions

  • Interested in exploring careers in AI, entrepreneurship, and/or technology (no prior experience required!)

To apply for LiftOff, you must be:

  • High school graduate (23 years old or younger)

  • Available for a full-time (30 hour/week) program

  • Prior tech/coding experience required

  • Able to commute to 8th and Market Street for all Launchpad sessions

  • Motivated to begin working full-time as an AI software engineer upon the completion of training