Application Open: 2026 TechSkills Marketplace Program

Are you looking for talented specialists to boost your startup?

The Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MInT), in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University (CMU-Africa) and its Industry Innovation Lab, is excited to invite Ethiopian startups to apply for the 2026 TechSkills Marketplace Program!

This program connects you with top CMU-Africa graduate students to work on real-world challenges in AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, and Product Development — fostering innovation and digital transformation across Africa.

Key Dates:

✓ Nov 1, 2025 – Applications Open, Closes on December 01, 2025

✓ Jan – Feb 2026 – Startup Selection

✓ Mar – May 2026 – Matching & Onboarding

✓ June 2026 – Internships Begin

Eligibility:

✓ Registered & operational in Africa

✓ Able to co-fund the internship

✓ Focused on tech or digital innovation projects

✓ Committed to mentorship & collaboration with interns

✓ Open to remote or hybrid work

Benefits:

✓ Access to top CMU-Africa graduate interns

✓ Co-funded internship with shared stipends

✓ Visibility within CMU-Africa’s Innovation Lab network

✓ Nurture talent & grow impactful innovations

Don't miss this chance to work with leading young talent and accelerate your innovation journey!

Apply now and be part of the future of technology in Africa

Application Link: https://forms.gle/XHoLQP4VeCkPnzRt5