AI for the Entrepreneurship Generation
Preparing students for tomorrow’s opportunities.
Young Founders School is a global education charity equipping high school students with entrepreneurial skills, real-work experience, and networks for the AI age through courses, internships, and mentorship.
Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide
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Empowering Students to Build the Future
Empowering students through entrepreneurship, mentorship, and AI-driven learning to create innovative, future-ready solutions globally.
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Empowering Youth with Real-World Opportunities
Across our global network, thousands of students have gained hands-on experience through mentorship and real industry projects.
35,000+
Students Reached
800+
Mentors Engaged
400+
Host Companies
10+
countries
By 2030, We Aim To:
Reach 1,000,000+ students globally through free, accessible programs.
Facilitate 50,000+ mentorship connections.
Place 10,000+ high school students in jobs or support them in creating jobs.
Build the world’s largest global youth innovation network connecting students, mentors, and employers.
Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide
Salesforce
Microsoft
Oracle
ServiceNow
Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide
Salesforce
Microsoft
Oracle
ServiceNow
Trusted by Partners, Parents, and Industry Leaders
We at Smile Group are proud to support the work of Young Founders School. We strongly believe education is a right and not a privilege. We are determined to help YFS scale to be the largest entrepreneurship platform in the world.
Corporate Partner
Harish Bahl
Founder and Chairman, Smile Group
The students’ curiosity and bold ideas were inspiring. This collaboration reaffirmed our belief in the importance of early entrepreneurship and digital skills in Nigeria, not just for business, but for building confidence, creativity, and leadership.
We’re grateful for the opportunity to work with Young Founders School on this meaningful initiative.
Community Partner
John Yerima Isaac
Expertise Hub, Africa
When my son went through the YFS Program, he went from just reading about things booksmart to actually seeing what it’s like to put it into action.
Parent
Dan Neary
VP of Asia Pacific, Meta
“YFS’s mission aligns closely with Murdoch University’s commitment to equity and inclusive education. Their work in developing countries reflects our belief that quality learning should be accessible to all. Partnering with YFS has been meaningful, and I admire their professionalism and tech-enabled approach to empowering young people.”
Sponsor
Peter Waring
Pro Vice Chancellor, Transnational Education & Singapore Dean, Murdoch University.
“Partnering with YFS has been an exceptional experience. Their team brings clarity, structure, and genuine innovation to every programme, allowing our students to meaningfully deepen their entrepreneurial thinking. Through initiatives such as the Virtual Internship, SG120 event, and upcoming Artificial Intelligence integration, we’ve been able to create real impact in student learning and capability-building. YFS is a collaborative, forward-looking partner, and I highly recommend them to any organisation seeking to empower young founders.”
School Partner
Emmanuel Joseph
ITE College East.
Student Success Stories
Real journeys, real growth. Discover how our students transformed their learning experiences into meaningful achievements.
YFS x BSD High School Internship: Andre’s Journey from Hong Kong
Andre from Hong Kong gained hands-on experience and real-world skills through the YFS x BSD High School Internship. His story highlights how mentorship and practical projects prepare students for future success.
James’ Journey: A Transformative Virtual Internship Experience
James from Hong Kong gained real-world experience and confidence through the YFS x BSD x CLAP@JC Virtual Internship, showing how mentorship shapes future leaders.
Nareena’s YFS x BSD x CLAP@JC Internship Experience
Nareena from Hong Kong gained real-world experience and confidence through the virtual internship, showing how mentorship shapes future-ready skills.
Insights & Stories
Explore student achievements, learning tips, mentor advice, and inspiring stories from Young Founders School.
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Everything You Need to Know Before Joining YFS
Find answers to common questions about our programs, learning approach, schedules, and enrollment process.
Young Founders School is a global entrepreneurship education program that empowers students with real-world skills, hands-on startup experience, and mentorship from industry leaders. We help young people build confidence, creativity, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
YFS welcomes students aged 11–18 who are curious, motivated, and excited to learn. No prior business or tech experience is needed, just an open mind and a willingness to explore new ideas.
Corporate partners gain meaningful employee engagement opportunities, high-impact CSR alignment, and the chance to mentor and inspire the next generation of innovators. We provide seamless onboarding, structured mentoring frameworks, and measurable social impact.
Our mentors are trained professionals who guide students through problem-solving, ideation, and pitching. Mentorship sessions are structured, collaborative, and supported by YFS materials,ensuring mentors and students have a smooth, impactful experience.
YFS offers both paid and fully-funded programs.
We ensure that students from economically weaker sections can participate at no cost through our fully-funded initiatives. Our goal is to make entrepreneurial education accessible to every young person, regardless of their financial background.
Donors can fund student access, sponsor regional programs, or support new school partnerships. Every contribution directly expands YFS’s reach and helps us create more opportunities for young innovators.
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