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Our Fall and Winter Programs

Our programs offer hands-on experience, networking opportunities, and financial support to jumpstart your career as an innovative employee or founder. Enhance your resume with real-world projects, connect with industry leaders, and benefit from stipends to focus on skill development. Join a collaborative community where mentorship and practical learning drive success in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

LaunchPad Student Programs are open to all full or part-time registered students, regardless of degree or program!

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Curious about innovation and want to gain some cool work experience?

Innovation Sprint

5 WEEKS | $600 STIPEND | NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

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Have a business idea but aren’t sure where or how to start?

Ideas Lab

6 to 12 WEEKS | $1000 STIPEND | APPLY WITH YOUR BUSINESS IDEA

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Ready to take your business to the next level with expert mentorship and funding?

JMH LaunchPad Pitch Competition

ANNUAL EVENT | $70K IN PRIZES | APPLY WITH YOUR BUSINESS

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Want to make money from your skills, interests, or hobbies? Start a Side Hustle!

How to Start a Side Hustle

7 WEEKS | $600 STIPEND | NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

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Side Hustle Expo

TWICE A YEAR | $1000 IN PRIZES | APPLY WITH YOUR SIDE HUSTLE

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Not sure where to start?
Come chat with us.