Hi everyone, my name is Talha Agcayazi, PhD and I'm a Senior AI Engineer @ Doordash. During my education I was offered internships at Facebook, MIT, NASA, CMU, NRL, Los Alamos and Sandia. To give back, I organize internship study groups to help undergrad and high school students find internships. My 5th cohort will begin soon. Deadline is this Friday, Oct 10th:
🏆 75% Internship Offer Success Rate - Testimonials from Past Cohorts
- Week 1: Application Strategy, Cultural Alignment, Resume Structure, Linkedin Strategy
- Week 2: Interview Prep: Leetcode, Behavioral, Articles/Papers
- Week 3: Motivation, Portfolio, Github, Being AI native
- Week 4: Networking: Email/Reachout template, Linkedin Reachout Strategy
- Week 5: Startup Internships, University Internships, Unpaid Internships, Dissemination
I'll open source my program as I find time, please send a PR if you want to contribute.
| Cohort | Program Dates | Applications | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort 4 | Sep 7 - Oct 5, 2025 | Apply Here | 🔴 Cohort in Session |
| Cohort 5 | Oct 19 - Nov 16, 2025 | Apply Here | 🟢 Accepting Applications Deadline: Oct 10 |
| Cohort 6 | Jan 11 - Feb 8, 2026 | Coming Soon | 🟡 Opening Soon Applications open Dec 15 |
| Cohort 7 | Feb 22 - Mar 22, 2026 | Coming Soon | 🔴 Not Yet Open Applications open Feb 1 |
Note: Each cohort is limited to 10 Tier 1 (Insider) members. General Admission has no limit.
- For Industry and University Internships to improve options
- Proven strategies from someone who interned at university and industry roles → CMU, GMU, NRL, Facebook
- Focus Areas: Applications, networking, reachout templates, resume strategy
- Must be a US-based CS/Engineering student who is eligible for internships to qualify
Limited to 10 students only
- ✅ 5 Weekly cohort meetings (Sundays 10 - 11:30 AM PST)
- ✅ 5 Office hour check-ins after the weekly program ends
- ✅ Resume, LinkedIn, and portfolio reviews
- ✅ Winning email and resume templates
- ✅ Network referrals within mentor's LinkedIn network
- ✅ Alumni WhatsApp channel access
- ✅ Full refund guarantee if you don't find an internship (requirements must be met)
- ✅ 5 Weekly cohort sessions
- ✅ WhatsApp channel access
- ✅ Basic templates and resources
Scholarships available for both tiers - financial need should not be a barrier
- Testimonials - See what past participants achieved
- Case Studies - Detailed success breakdowns (Coming soon)
- Industry Internships List - Simplify
- Paid Research Internship List - NSF ETAP
- Paid Research Internship List - NSF REU
I'll be posting about:
- AI Engineering Internship Opportunities
- University Research Lab Spotlights
- Application Strategy Guides
- Industry Trends & Tips
Q: Is the first session really free?
A: Yes! The first session of each cohort is free to attend - no commitment required.
Q: Why only for US-based CS/Engineering student?
A: My experience is limited to this category for now, please check back later for any changes. I might make exceptions for Tier 2 applicants.
Q: What does eligible for internships mean?
A: All students except for current college seniors.
Q: Do you guarantee internship placement?
A: Tier 1 comes with a full refund if you don't secure an internship AND complete all requirements.
Q: Can I switch tiers mid-program?
A: You can upgrade from Tier 2 to Tier 1 if spots are available. Downgrades may occur for non-compliance.
Q: What makes this different from other career services?
A: Personal experience, small cohort sizes, focus on AI/research roles, and actual network referrals.
- WhatsApp Interest Group: Join Here - Get notified about new cohorts and free resources
- Email: internshipbootcamp@email.com
This is currently a one-person initiative (+ amazing wife support!). Ways to help:
- 🎤 Share your story in a session about your first internship/job
- 💰 Sponsor a scholarship for underrepresented students in tech
- 📢 Spread the word to students who could benefit
Last updated: August 2025
⭐ Star this repo to stay updated with new resources and program announcements!