Are you a Swiss startup developping a business in mobility and transportation, ready to scale internationally and test your innovation in the U.S. market?
We will bring your project all the way to San Francisco - at Swissnex - to open doors and build a bridge between your idea and the American market
What we are looking for
- Startups based in Switzerland, in the transportation or mobility sector, ready to explore new ideas and enter the American market
- Companies motivated to collaborate with students and gain fresh insights and strategies for international expansion
How it works
- Does your startup meet the above criteria ? Apply before November 9, 2025 to be part of this unique experience
- There is no cost for participating startups
- Three startups will be selected – Each company will collaborate with a multidisciplinary student team from different fields of study : Business Economics, Engineering & ICT, Communication & Management
- The students will then travel to conduct field research and present the project to local businesses in San Francisco
- Be available for two compulsory meetings on December 15, 2025 and January 12, 2026
Your benefits
- A unique opportunity to work with motivated students who will help you analyse, strategise, and innovate to enter the American market.
- Gain new perspectives, market analyses, and creative solutions tailored to your internationalisation goals
- Build valuable connections between your startup, potential clients, businesses, investors in San Francisco — opening the door to future collaborations, visibility, and growth opportunities in the U.S.
Any questions?
Feel free to contact us at iim@heig-vd.ch
The timeline below presents the main stages of the startup support project carried out by HEIG-VD students. It illustrates the different phases of the program — from the reception of applications to the students’ trip to San Francisco.
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