YBC Newsletter - BCG, a16z Opportunities

Hey Bulldogs!

Hope everyone’s staying warm cause we’re bringing the heat with this week’s round up of opportunities! We’ll also be resuming our club meetings so stay tuned 👀

Join Our Web3 Community:

Connect with Yale’s vibrant Web3 community by joining our Discord (sign up link). We’ll be doing exclusive giveaways (e.g. hoodies, t-shirts, gift cards) and posting job opportunities throughout the year for our Discord members.

Student Opportunities:

1. BCG x VeChain Consulting Project

Collaborate with BCG and VeChain on a groundbreaking 3-month project!

Join an exciting opportunity to work directly with BCG to help pilot VeChain's VeBetter apps, a platform that rewards sustainable actions with cryptocurrency ($B3TR). Gain valuable hands-on experience in go-to-market strategy, user adoption, and product feedback while working alongside industry leaders in consulting and blockchain technology.

Why join?

• Partner with global leaders in consulting and blockchain innovation.

• Gain practical exposure to GTM strategy, execution, and cutting-edge platforms.

• Drive sustainability by promoting eco-friendly behaviors through blockchain-powered solutions.

🗓️ Deadline: January 31st, 11:59 PM
👉 Apply here

2. a16z’s CSX Spring 2025 Cohort

Calling all founders! Applications are open for a16z's CSX Spring 2025 Cohort – your chance to join a program designed to help scale the next wave of web3 innovation.

🗓️ Deadline: Feb 7th, 2025!
👉 Apply here

If you’re planning to apply, let us know—we’re be happy to refer you and connect you with the organizers! 🙌 Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from and connect with industry leaders.

Upcoming Events

Calling All Hackers: Compete in The Eigen Games at ETH Denver!

Hosted by Eigenlayer and CollegeDAO, Yale Blockchain Club is honored to be officially invited to compete in The Eigen Games—the most wide spanning university competition in Web3 history!

📍 Event Details:

• Dates: February 21 – March 2, 2025

• Location: ETH Denver

• Purpose: Build the best Autonomous Verifiable Services (AVSs) on Eigenlayer and pitch them to top-tier investors and judges.

 🫵 Why You Should Apply:

• Compete for a $50K cash prize and industry recognition.

• All travel and accommodation expenses covered!

• Gain exposure to top-tier Eigenlayer investors and career-launching internships.

• Participate in hands-on workshops with Web3 leaders.

💡 How to Apply:

• Reply to this email ([email protected]) by Feb 1st, 2025 with a few sentences about why you want to represent Yale Blockchain Club.

• We’ll select two candidates to represent us in this thrilling competition.

If you have any questions, feel free to message us as well. This is your chance to shine on a global stage and help Yale Blockchain Club claim the title of Champion in The Eigen Games!

Let’s make 2025 a year to remember!

Stay bold, stay curious,
The YBC Team 🚀