Built in Boston: A Student Founder Pitch Showcase

Startup Boston and the City of Boston are teaming up to spotlight the next generation of student founders building the future. At this high-energy pitch showcase, selected student entrepreneurs will take the stage to present their ventures. Each team will have 5 minutes to pitch followed by 3 minutes of Q&A with the judges, competing for cash prizes and startup perks. From software and hardware to climate, healthcare, consumer products, and more, these founders aren’t just sharing ideas - they’re building real companies while still in school. Submit to pitch your startup right here. Judges to be announced! Current Prize Pool The prize pool is still growing as new sponsors join. Here’s where it stands today: 🥇 1st Place $1,000 Cash Prize 1 year free of ShineQuo Free IP strategy assessment and report from Clear IP 🥈 2nd Place $750 Cash Prize 6 months free of ShineQuo Free IP strategy assessment and report from Clear IP 🥉 3rd Place $500 Cash Prize 2 months free of ShineQuo Free IP strategy assessment and report from Clear IP Interested in contributing to the prize pool (monetary or in services)? Email [email protected] to get involved. Who Can Pitch? Founders must meet the following criteria: At least one founder must currently be a student The company must be incorporated and headquartered within Boston proper (home office is acceptable) The company must have a separate business bank account The product must include a software or hardware component Why Attend? Watch some of Boston’s most promising student-led startups pitch live Meet founders, investors, operators, and ecosystem leaders from across the region Connect with the community supporting the next generation of builders Whether these founders are launching their first startup or testing an early idea, this event gives student entrepreneurs a real stage to share their work, gain feedback, and accelerate their growth.