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Your support helps students turn ideas into real startups—at no cost to them
Fuel the Next Generation of SDSU Founders
Why It Matters
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My internship at an SDSU startup gave me hands-on experience building real-world technology while contributing to a high-impact initiative serving over 4,000 students.Merlyn Mercylona Reddy, '26
How the Aztec Cooperative Fund Helps Students
What is the Aztec Cooperative Fund?
The Aztec Cooperative Fund provides paid internships for SDSU students to work with early-stage startups in the ZIP Launchpad. It was designed to give students hands-on experience while helping founders fill skill gaps and “test-drive” potential team members, reducing the risk of early hires and accelerating venture growth.
Benefits to Participants
- Earn while you learn – get paid to apply classroom skills to real-world challenges.
- Build your resume with real startup experience.
- Grow your professional network through founders, mentors, and fellow interns.
- Gain insight into entrepreneurship and the startup ecosystem.
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Thank you for your interest in supporting the ZIP Launchpad! You can make a gift or reach out to Alli Howard to discuss how to make an even bigger impact through philanthropic support.
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