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Winners of the Y Combinator AI Hackathon!
E.S.I. founders took first place on August 9, 2025 with FitForm Fitness

Remote student startup incubator—build, launch, and grow

E.S.I. is 100% remote with region-based meetups. Daily 7–9 PM PT. Join founders shipping real products.

30+
Cohort 1 Founders
Ambitious student entrepreneurs building the future
7-9 PM PT
Daily Sessions
Consistent accountability and community support
$100
Startup Tool Credit
Access to premium tools and services
September
Cohort 2 Start
Applications reviewed on rolling basis

Why Choose E.S.I.?

We've designed our program based on what actually works for student founders— accountability, expert guidance, and a supportive community.

Expert Mentorship

Weekly 1:1s with industry veterans, successful founders, and technical experts from companies like Red Bull, Y Combinator portfolio companies, and leading startups.

Meet Our Mentors →

Daily Accountability

Structured daily sessions from 7-9 PM PT ensure consistent progress. 100% remote format with regional meetups for the best of both worlds.

View Program Structure →

Real Resources

$100 in startup tool credits, access to premium platforms, and connections to our partner network of accelerators and funding sources.

See Our Partners →

Founder Success Stories

Real founders, real products, real results from our first cohort.

"E.S.I. transformed my journaling idea into a real AI-powered platform. The daily accountability and expert mentorship made all the difference."

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Braydon
Echo Journal

"From concept to prototype in 60 days. E.S.I. helped me navigate the technical challenges and connect with the right advisors."

T
Tyler
Boba Vending Robotics

"The community at E.S.I. is incredible. Being surrounded by other passionate founders pushed me to achieve more than I thought possible."

J
Jordyn
AI Adaptive Sheet Music

Trusted by Leading Organizations

Santa Cruz Works
UCSC Crown/CIED
InheritGuard Network
Tiger Leadership
Premier Global Notary

Ready to Build Your Startup?

Join Cohort 2 starting September 2025. Transform your idea into reality with expert mentorship, daily accountability, and a community of ambitious founders.