Rev1 Innovation Internship Program
Central Ohio is home to a thriving startup community – ranked as the nation’s leader in the density of high-growth startups – as well as an active student population with more than 50 colleges and universities, and more than 130,000 graduate and undergraduate students.
Rev1’s innovation internship program brings students and startups together to create exciting opportunities for both.
The Innovation Internship Program:
- Connects diverse student talent with startups in Central Ohio.
- Provides an enriching experience for interns and developing connections that could lead to future career opportunities.
- Fosters entrepreneurship as a career path.
Program for Students
The Rev1 Ventures Innovation Internship Program is seeking entrepreneurial students who are looking for paid opportunities with Central Ohio’s most promising startups.
View Open Internship PositionsBenefits for students:
- Internship opportunity at a high-growth, innovative startup
- On-campus engagement with Rev1 leadership (learn about entrepreneurship as a career path, who Rev1 is, and what’s going on in the startup community)
- On-site engagement at Rev1 Labs, learning from entrepreneur speakers and direct startup networking
- Access to Rev1 programs and resources for student entrepreneurs
Key Dates for 2025
Jan 13 – April 11 | Spring Cohort
May 19 – Aug 15 | Summer Cohort
Sept 8 – Dec 5 | Fall Cohort
Special Thanks to Our University Partners:
Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan’s goal is to provide every student with transformational experiences that will prepare them for the causes, careers, and graduate school opportunities they want to pursue.
We do that through close relationships with faculty-mentors—and through a unique academic program called The OWU Connection.
OWU is one of the most comprehensive liberal arts schools in the country. It is one of only 45 schools featured in Colleges That Change Lives and is ranked in the top 100 national liberal arts colleges by U.S. News & World Report. OWU’s breadth of more than 90 majors includes Business, Data Analytics, Fine Arts, Communication, and Education; scientific fields such as Neuroscience and Zoology; and a wide range of pre-professional areas, including Medicine, Law, Public Administration, and Engineering.
Visit SiteFAQ
Q: Am I eligible to participate in this program?
A: The program is open to a wide student base, including those registered at or recent graduates from a technical or community college; incoming freshmen up to graduating seniors at four-year institutions; and masters or doctoral candidates in high-tech graduate studies. Students need to have an Ohio connection – meaning they attend a school based in Ohio, are an Ohio resident, or are willing to relocate to Ohio for the internship opportunity, if in-person is required.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Please visit our internship jobs board to view the open opportunities. You can apply to the positions of interest directly through the postings.
Q: Are these internships paid?
A: Yes, all opportunities through this program are paid. The exact wage amount is at the discretion of the hiring startup.
Q: When is this program available?
A: This program is accessible year-round. While many startups look for full-time talent during the summer months, many also need part-time interns during the academic year. All opportunities will be posted to our jobs board, as they are available. Because there is less demand during the academic year, there will not be a program cohort. However, students will still have access to 1:1 mentoring and Rev1 resources, if desired. Please contact Internships@rev1ventures.com, if you have questions.
Q: Is this program only available during the fall?
A: No, this program is accessible year-round. Many startups look for part-time interns during the academic year and those opportunities will be posted to our jobs board, as they are available. Because there is less demand, there will not be a program cohort during the academic year internships. However, students will still have access to 1:1 mentoring and Rev1 resources, if desired. Please contact Internships@rev1ventures.com, if you have questions.
Q: By participating in this program, will I be an intern for Rev1 Ventures?
A: No. Rev1 Ventures is sponsoring this program on behalf of the startups we work with. While you will have access to Rev1 team members and resources, your direct work and internship experience will be with the startup that hired you.
Q: I have more questions, who should I contact?
A: Please contact Internships@rev1ventures.com, with any further questions related to this program.
