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Future Impactor Programme – Hub71:
Building the Next Generation of Emirati Innovation Leaders
The Future Impactor Progamme is Hub71’s flagship internship initiative designed to connect ambitious Emirati students and graduates with startups, ecosystem partners and Hub71, providing direct exposure to Abu Dhabi’s global technology ecosystem.
Through structured placements and ecosystem integration, participants gain hands-on experience across innovation-driven organisations, contributing to real projects while building the skills needed to thrive.
What is the Future Impactor Programme?
An 8-week internship designed to embed Emirati talent within Hub71’s ecosystem, including:
Hub71 startups
Corporate and ecosystem partners
VCs and institutional stakeholders
Hub71’s internal teams
The programme supports the development of future innovation leaders while strengthening pathways between Emirati talent and Abu Dhabi’s innovation ecosystem.
What You’ll Gain
Particpants benefit from direct access to the innovation ecosystem through meaningful, hands-on experience:
Practical experience within startups, partners and Hub71 teams
Exposure to founders, investors and ecosystem leaders
Understanding of how innovation ecosystems operate and scale
Mentorship and professional development
A launchpad into long-term careers within the innovation economy
Programme Structure
Onboarding
Programme orientation and introduction to Hub71 and participating entities
Internship Placement
Full immersion within the entity, working on defined projects and contributing to business outcomes
Offboarding Week
Knowledge-sharing, reflection and exploration of future opportunities within the ecosystem
Eligibility
The programme is open to:
Selection Process
Candidates are selected through a structured process:
Application submission
Application review and role matching
Shortlisting
Interviews with Hub71 and participating startups and partners
Final selection, onboarding and placement
Successful candidates will receive onboarding support and formal programme orientation prior to placement.
Ready to Apply?
Take your first step into Abu Dhabi’s global technology ecosystem.
Join the Future Impactor Programme and gain hands-on experience across Hub71, its partners and startups.
As part of your application, please indicate your preferred placement type, whether with VCs, startups, corporates or Hub71.
