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AIBuilders Lab2027A program by
AN OPEN INVITATION TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AROUND THE WORLD
AI BUILDERS LAB
For ambitious high school students worldwide.
Summer 2027 · Berkeley, California
- July 4 – 17, 2027
- Berkeley, California
- $5,000 USD
- Limited to 50 students
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
An immersive summer experience where students explore artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and innovation while building alongside an international cohort in the heart of the Bay Area.
Go beyond class
Silicon Valley
Field trips and direct exposure to the Silicon Valley ecosystem.
Build your portfolio
2 weeks
48 hours, strategic AI workshops, a complete PRD and action plan.
Apply by December 1, 2026
$5,000 USD
Limited to 50 students. Admission is application-based.
INFO SESSION
Meet the program live before you register
Join the online info session for the open high school cohort. We will walk through the program, the Berkeley experience and the payment plan, and answer your questions live.
- Thursday, November 19, 2026
- 5:00 PM Monterrey time
- Online via Google Meet
The experience
Learn where the future is being built.
Campus life, ambitious peers and direct exposure to the Silicon Valley ecosystem.
*Companies may vary depending on availability.
Open International Cohort
Build alongside students from around the world.
AI Builders Lab brings together ambitious high school students from different schools, cities, and countries for an immersive experience in Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area.
You will explore artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, and innovation while collaborating with peers who bring different perspectives, cultures, experiences, and ideas.
This is more than a summer program. It is an opportunity to learn, build, collaborate, and create alongside an international community of motivated students.
Explore San Francisco
See the city beyond the classroom.
The experience includes sightseeing in San Francisco and the Bay Area, with time to discover some of its most iconic places.
What's included
Everything you need to focus on building.
- 48 hours of full-day instruction
- Hands-on workshops and exercises
- Silicon Valley company visits
- San Francisco sightseeing experiences
- University dorm accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Program materials
- PRD and AI Action Plan
2 weeks · 48 hours
The two-week program.
10 days of workshops, company visits and immersive experiences in Silicon Valley.
Week 1
Foundation & Application
Days 1–2 · AI Evolution & Strategic Frameworks
Explore how AI has evolved and understand the strategic frameworks that drive successful AI implementation. Learn to analyze AI capabilities through a business leadership lens rather than a purely technical one.
Days 3–4 · Hands-on Prompting & Product Development
Develop advanced prompting techniques and apply them to real product development challenges. Learn how to leverage AI tools effectively while maintaining strategic oversight and human judgment.
Day 5 · PRD Workshop & Peer Review
Complete your Product Requirement Document (PRD) for an AI solution. Participate in structured peer review sessions to refine your strategic thinking and receive constructive feedback.
Week 2
Implementation & Leadership
Days 6–7 · Leadership Strategies & Change Management
Master the human side of AI implementation. Learn proven frameworks for leading organizational change, managing resistance, and building teams that can successfully adopt AI technologies.
Days 8–9 · Business Model Innovation & Ethics
Explore how AI transforms business models and creates new value propositions. Dive deep into AI ethics, responsible leadership, and the societal implications of emerging technologies.
Day 10 · Action Plan Presentations & Future Outlook
Present your comprehensive AI Action Plan combining technical specifications with change management strategy. Conclude with insights on the future of AI and your role as a leader in this transformation.
*Companies may vary depending on availability · Each day combines classroom sessions with field visits
Proven track record
Built on four editions of learning.
+160
undergraduates have participated across the last 4 editions of the program.
4 editions3 countries7 universities2 high schools
Dates & program fee
July 4 — 17, 2027
Berkeley, California
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
The cohort is intentionally limited to 50 students. Admission is application-based.
Accepted students
Payment happens only after acceptance. Decisions are released on December 15, 2026. Accept or decline your offer by December 18, 2026; to secure your place, accept your offer and pay the $500 USD deposit by that date.
Admissions processAPPLY FOR SUMMER 2027
Apply by December 1, 2026 · No technical prerequisites · Flights not included · No academic credit
Admissions
How to Apply
Admission is application-based. Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
Application → Review → Acceptance → Enrollment & payment
| Application Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Decision Release | December 15, 2026 |
| Deadline to Accept or Decline Offer / Pay Deposit | December 18, 2026 — $500 USD deposit |
- 01
Submit Your Application
Complete the online application with your personal and academic information.
- 02
Upload Your Application Materials
Proof of English proficiency, academic transcript / school record, personal essay and two letters of recommendation.
- 03
Application Review
Our team will review your complete application and supporting materials.
- 04
Admission Decision
Selected students will receive an official acceptance notification on December 15, 2026.
- 05
Confirm Your Spot
Accept or decline your offer by December 18, 2026. To secure your place, accept your offer and pay the $500 USD deposit by this deadline.
START YOUR APPLICATION
Application Deadline: December 1, 2026
What you'll submit
Application Requirements
Proof of English Proficiency
Upload documentation demonstrating sufficient English proficiency to participate in an academic program conducted in English.
Academic Transcript / School Record
Upload your most recent academic transcript, Kardex, or equivalent official school record.
Personal Essay
Respond to: “Why should you be selected to participate in AI Builders Lab — Summer 2027?” Help us understand your motivation, interests, curiosity, goals, and what you hope to contribute to the international cohort.
Two Letters of Recommendation
From teachers, counselors, mentors, coaches, or other adults who can speak meaningfully about your academic potential, character, initiative, curiosity, leadership, or ability to collaborate. Letters from parents are not accepted.
Berkeley FacultyBerkeley Faculty
Jeff Eyet
Lecturer, UC Berkeley Haas School of Business & Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership
Jeff teaches Design Thinking and AI Leadership within Berkeley’s AI concentration curriculum. As an AI strategy consultant with The Berkeley Innovation Group, he breaks complex topics down to first principles — and challenges every student to build their own AI leadership philosophy.
MBA, UC BerkeleyThe Berkeley Innovation GroupStudent rating 6.5 / 7.0
Global Programs CoordinatorGlobal Programs Coordinator
Claudia Latapí
Your point of contact for the AI Builders Lab
Claudia is the program coordinator for students and families in the AI Builders Lab. Having coordinated the program and explored San Francisco alongside students, she brings firsthand experience to help you prepare for the journey. From the application process and enrollment to travel logistics, she is happy to answer any questions about the program.
Contact her at: claudia@berkeleyfaculty.net or via WhatsApp at +52 811 182 2629.
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Program Summary
Everything we are proposing for AI Builders Lab — Summer 2027, on one page.
Key information
- Program
- AI Builders Lab — Summer 2027
- Cohort
- Open International Cohort
- Audience
- High school students
- Location
- Berkeley, California
- Dates
- July 4 – 17, 2027
- Program fee
- $5,000 USD
- Maximum cohort size
- 50 students
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Decision release
- December 15, 2026
- Accept or Decline Offer / Pay Deposit
- December 18, 2026 — $500 USD deposit
- Admissions
- Application-based
What's included
- 48 hours of full-day instruction
- Hands-on workshops and exercises
- Silicon Valley company visits
- San Francisco sightseeing experiences
- University dorm accommodation
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Program materials
- PRD and AI Action Plan
Flights not included · No academic credit · *Companies may vary.
Program — 2 weeks · 48 hours
Week 1 · Foundation & Application
- Days 1–2 · AI Evolution & Strategic Frameworks
- Days 3–4 · Hands-on Prompting & Product Development
- Day 5 · PRD Workshop & Peer Review
Week 2 · Implementation & Leadership
- Days 6–7 · Leadership Strategies & Change Management
- Days 8–9 · Business Model Innovation & Ethics
- Day 10 · Action Plan Presentations & Future Outlook
Experience
Two weeks in Berkeley, Silicon Valley company visits and San Francisco sightseeing (Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Sausalito), building alongside an international cohort of high school students.
Faculty: Jeff Eyet, Berkeley. Coordination: Claudia Latapí, Global Programs Coordinator.
Info session
Thursday, November 19, 2026 · 5:00 PM Monterrey time
Online via Google Meet
Join: meet.google.com/cfh-ruvm-vzu
How to apply
- 01 Submit Your Application
- 02 Upload Your Application Materials
- 03 Application Review
- 04 Admission Decision
- 05 Confirm Your Spot
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Application requirements
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Academic Transcript / School Record
- Personal Essay
- Two Letters of Recommendation
Payment happens only after acceptance.
Contact: claudia@berkeleyfaculty.net · WhatsApp +52 811 182 2629
Good to know
Questions, answered.
Still unsure? Write to claudia@berkeleyfaculty.net.
Send us a WhatsApp01Do I need technical experience?
No technical prerequisites are required. The program combines strategic frameworks with hands-on practice.
02What is included in the $5,000 USD program fee?
Berkeley dorm accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, program materials, workshops, and Silicon Valley company visits are included. Flights are not included.
03What will I leave with?
You will complete a product requirements document (PRD) and an AI Action Plan.
04Who is this program for?
For ambitious high school students worldwide, from any school, city or country, ready to explore AI, entrepreneurship and innovation.
05Does submitting an application guarantee a spot?
No. Admission is application-based. Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the program. The cohort is limited to 50 students.
06When do I pay?
Only after you are accepted. Decisions are released on December 15, 2026. Accept or decline your offer by December 18, 2026; accepted students must pay the $500 USD deposit by that date to secure their place.
07Does the program grant academic credit?
No. The program does not grant academic credit.