About the Program
Chicago is a hub of tech innovation, a booming center for cutting edge companies like Groupon, GrubHub, Threadless and Google to thrive – where young entrepreneurs grow big ideas, transform industries and shape technology and business as we know it.
From October 16-18, Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Chicago Ideas Week, World Business Chicago, 1871, and University of Illinois invite university students from across the Midwest to take a behind-the-scenes tour of Chicago’s fast growing tech scene and attend Chicago Ideas Week events.
Student Makeup
Up to 150 students (75 from University of Illinois) will be selected based on their interest in digital technology, engineering, computer science, innovation, and/or entrepreneurship. Prospective students should demonstrate a commitment to excellence as evidenced by academic honors, leadership ability, extracurricular activities, and/or professional achievement.
How to Apply
Interested students may apply at http://apply.thinkchicago.net/ Applications are due by 11:59 PM CST on Sunday, September 14, 2014.
Dates: October 16-18, 2014
In addition, Chicago Ideas Week is now accepting volunteers! The online sign-up form is available online at https://www.chicagoideas.com/volunteer. These are great opportunities for students (or interested faculty/staff) to attend events for free and get free swag! Each CIW 2014 volunteer receives:
- The chance to sit in on the majority of each event for which they volunteer
- A CIW Volunteer T-Shirt
- A Thank You Gift
- An invite to the Volunteer Thank You Soiree
- A discount code for 10% off tickets to CIW 2014 Talks and Conversations
