Welcome to EDGE: Where Interns Ignite Their Future!
Early-career Development & Growth Experience
EDGE is designed to support the professional and personal development of individuals working in internships or early-career positions. This program, in partnership with the Leavey Executive Center, empowers you to elevate your career while building a network and thriving community.
Why EDGE?
Prime Silicon Valley Location and Housing
Say goodbye to the stress of finding a place to stay! EDGE offers fully furnished, all-inclusive housing with high-speed Wi-Fi, a vibrant community, and a comfortable space to call home. Live where you work!
Accelerate Your Career
As an intern, you’ll gain critical skills and industry exposure from world-class faculty and industry leaders. Our classes are designed with you in mind, featuring 3 short modules and a closing reception to sharpen key skills.
- The Foundations of Silicon Valley & Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Explore the origins of Silicon Valley and ways to cultivate creativity as a tool.
- The Entrepreneurial Playbook - From Ideation to Execution
- See the power of prototypes and visuals firsthand to tell your story (and create your own!).
- Leadership, Influence, & Execution
- Leadership is not a title or singular role; it's an action. Learn how to use specific actions to influence decisions and gain buy-in.
- Growth & Professional Presence
- Wrap up your certificate program with an opportunity to network with peers and Silicon Valley connections. You’ll also learn about how our graduate programs at Santa Clara University can further advance your career.
EDGE is your launchpad for success, live, learn, and grow in a place where opportunity meets innovation.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled student at a University
- Letter of Employment
- Must be 18+ years of age to qualify
- Government Issued I.D.
- Class attendance for 2 sessions is required.
- Application Completion
- $500 Non-Refundable Deposit
Applications Open Soon!
- Housing Opens (move-in): Sunday, June 21, 2026
- Housing Closes (move-out): Saturday, August 29, 2026
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