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Where underrepresented students stop learning in theory and start building for real. Horizon Labs pairs you with industry mentors to create projects that matter - from AI tools to full-stack websites to original research.
Horizon Fellowship
A free, selective, semester-long research fellowship that fast-tracks underrepresented talent into the frontiers of STEM research. We pair driven students with world-class mentors to tackle real, impactful research projects from day one. No prior research experience required, only exceptional curiosity. By the end of the program, every fellow produces a tangible, high-quality research output.
Horizon Fellowship is a launchpad designed for brilliant minds who have the drive but lack the access - turning untapped potential into undeniable excellence.
Duration
June-August 2026, flexible schedule
Eligibility
All ages, worldwide
Research Areas
Project Incubator
Have an idea but don't know where to start? The Project Incubator pairs you with an experienced mentor who helps you take a concept from napkin sketch to working product over a course of 4-6 weeks. You pitch an idea, get matched with a mentor who has relevant expertise, and build it together with structured check-ins. At the end of the cycle, all projects are showcased at a virtual Demo Day where industry professionals, sponsors, and peers can see what you've built. Build something real, with real users in mind.
Duration
4-6 weeks
Format
Solo or teams of 2-4
Outcome
Demo Day showcase
Website Incubator
A focused program where students build and deploy a real, production-quality website from scratch. Whether it's a personal portfolio, a tool for their community, or a site for a local business, every participant ships something that showcases their talents. Students are paired with web development mentors who guide them through the full stack: design, frontend, backend, deployment, and iteration based on real user feedback. At the end of the cycle, all websites are showcased at a virtual Demo Day where industry professionals, sponsors, and peers can see what you've built. Build something real, with real users in mind.
Duration
4-6 weeks
Outcome
A live, deployed website you own
AI Playground
AI is reshaping every STEM field, but most students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, don't get hands-on experience until college, and are left behind from an early age. The AI Playground changes that. It's a structured, mentor-guided program where students build real AI projects from the ground up. No prior AI experience needed. Students start with fundamentals and quickly move into building a working AI project and a real understanding of how these systems work under the hood. At the end of the cycle, all projects are showcased at a virtual Demo Day where industry professionals, sponsors, and peers can see what you've built. Build something real, with real users in mind.
Duration
4-6 weeks
Prerequisites
None
Get Involved
Horizon Labs programs are launching soon. Want to be a mentor, sponsor a cohort, or be first in line when applications open? Join our team or get on the waitlist.