MATCHUP by thinc! x Creandum x five.degree
Secure your internship at Europe’s top startups!
MATCHUP brings together a hand-selected group of top students and early-career talents from Europe with fast-growing, venture-backed startups.
In partnership with Creandum and five.degrees, we’ve designed an intimate, high-signal format focused on real conversations and meaningful matching rather than traditional career fair formats, hosted by The Delta.
How it works
Let exceptional founders pitch their vision and roles to you.
Join MATCHUP – We bring together a group of carefully selected commercial and engineering talents ready for breakout startup roles.
Founders pitch to you – MATCHUP kick off with a live pitch night where visionary founders present their roles.
Premium networking – Connect with top-tier founders and teams in an exclusive, relaxed atmosphere designed for real conversations rather than crowded booths.
Who is this for?
Students & recent graduates in Business, Tech & AI
Talents from top universities across Europe
Strong interest in startups, venture capital & high-impact roles
Looking for internships
Why you should join
Be part of Europe’s first startup internship-focused hiring event
The fastest way to connect with Europe’s most exciting startup teams
Free food & drinks during the event
We’ll support you in finding affordable accommodation if you’re traveling
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Application & participation
Participation is free, but application-based.
All applicants are reviewed to ensure a high-quality and relevant matching experience.
Applications are open until January 22.
Feedback will be shared by the end of January.
👉 Apply now and meet the founders you could work with next.
The deadline for this event has passed. You’ll be placed on the waiting list in case any last-minute slots become available!