Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 15 hours ago
The Korea Society is calling for entries for “Startup Scene: 2026 Emerging Design Competition” (koreasociety.smapply.io/prog/startup_scene_2026_emerging_design_competition/). The competition is a part of Startup Scene: Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow (hereinafter Startup Scene), a program initiative dedicated to empower the startup entrepreneurial community that encompasses the US and South Korean economic landscape. This is proudly supported by Hanwha Life exclusively.
The “Startup Scene: Emerging Design Competition” is designed to encourage innovative thinking, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit among Korean-American and Korean students enrolled in colleges, universities, and graduate schools across the United States. This year, the participants are challenged to pitch an innovative startup concept that leverages emerging technologies to address pressing challenges and issues.
Application Period: Monday, December 15, 2025 to Monday, March 30, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)
Final 5 teams announcement: Friday, April 17, 2026
Startup Scene Annual Forum: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Final pitch and Award Ceremony: Friday, June 12, 2026
Visit koreasociety.org/emergingdesign for more information on how to apply.
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Find more resources on the NYCEDC Startups/VC Internships and the Founder Fellowship Programs here:
NYC Startup and VC Internship Programs Landing Page (https://edc.nyc/nyc-startup-vc-internship-programs)
NYC VC Internship Program Student Application (Due Feb 28) (supermomos.com/nycedc/students)
NYC Startup Internship Program Student Interest Form (Students will be notified when apps officially open to apply) (airtable.com/app1jG29sZzWwzacj/pag0icstzhLXn75fp/form)
NYCEDC’s Founder Fellowship Program (https://edc.nyc/founder-fellowship)
NYCEDC’s Map of NYC Accelerators and Coworking Spaces for Entrepreneurs (https://edc.nyc/techresources)
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Visit the Dorm Room Fund website for more information on recruitment and funding applications.
(dormroomfund.com/)
The Korea Society is calling for entries for “Startup Scene: 2026 Emerging Design Competition” (koreasociety.smapply.io/prog/startup_scene_2026_emerging_design_competition/). The competition is a part of Startup Scene: Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow (hereinafter Startup Scene), a program initiative dedicated to empower the startup entrepreneurial community that encompasses the US and South Korean economic landscape. This is proudly supported by Hanwha Life exclusively.
The “Startup Scene: Emerging Design Competition” is designed to encourage innovative thinking, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit among Korean-American and Korean students enrolled in colleges, universities, and graduate schools across the United States. This year, the participants are challenged to pitch an innovative startup concept that leverages emerging technologies to address pressing challenges and issues.
Application Period: Monday, December 15, 2025 to Monday, March 30, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)
Final 5 teams announcement: Friday, April 17, 2026
Startup Scene Annual Forum: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Final pitch and Award Ceremony: Friday, June 12, 2026
Visit koreasociety.org/emergingdesign for more information on how to apply.
________________
Find more resources on the NYCEDC Startups/VC Internships and the Founder Fellowship Programs here:
NYC Startup and VC Internship Programs Landing Page (https://edc.nyc/nyc-startup-vc-internship-programs)
NYC VC Internship Program Student Application (Due Feb 28) (supermomos.com/nycedc/students)
NYC Startup Internship Program Student Interest Form (Students will be notified when apps officially open to apply) (airtable.com/app1jG29sZzWwzacj/pag0icstzhLXn75fp/form)
NYCEDC’s Founder Fellowship Program (https://edc.nyc/founder-fellowship)
NYCEDC’s Map of NYC Accelerators and Coworking Spaces for Entrepreneurs (https://edc.nyc/techresources)
________________
Visit the Dorm Room Fund website for more information on recruitment and funding applications.
(dormroomfund.com/)
