Welcome to EDGE: Where Interns Ignite Their Future!
Early-career Development & Growth Experience
EDGE is designed to support the professional and personal development of individuals working in internships or early-career positions. This program, in partnership with the Leavey Executive Center, empowers you to elevate your career while building a network and thriving community.
Why EDGE?
Prime Silicon Valley Location and Housing
Say goodbye to the stress of finding a place to stay! EDGE offers fully furnished, all-inclusive housing with high-speed Wi-Fi, a vibrant community, and a comfortable space to call home. Live where you work!
Accelerate Your Career
As an intern, you’ll gain critical skills and industry exposure from world-class faculty and industry leaders. Our classes are designed with you in mind, featuring 3 short modules and a closing reception to sharpen key skills.
- The Foundations of Silicon Valley & Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Explore the origins of Silicon Valley and ways to cultivate creativity as a tool.
- The Entrepreneurial Playbook - From Ideation to Execution
- See the power of prototypes and visuals firsthand to tell your story (and create your own!).
- Leadership, Influence, & Execution
- Leadership is not a title or singular role; it's an action. Learn how to use specific actions to influence decisions and gain buy-in.
- Growth & Professional Presence
- Wrap up your certificate program with an opportunity to network with peers and Silicon Valley connections. You’ll also learn about how our graduate programs at ÃÛÌÒµ¼º½ can further advance your career.
EDGE is your launchpad for success, live, learn, and grow in a place where opportunity meets innovation.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled student at a University
- Letter of Employment
- Minimum of 5 week stay and must be here at the start of the program on July 7th until the end of the program July 28th.
- Must be 18+ years of age to qualify
- Government Issued I.D.
- Application Completion
- $500 Non-Refundable Deposit
- Minimum of 5 week stay
- Housing Opens (move-in): Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Housing Closes (move-out): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Visit the accommodations page to view housing and description and frequently asked questions for more information.
