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[Seoul] 2026 International Youth Entrepreneurship Olympiad
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등록일2026-06-25
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Recruitment of Participants
[International Youth Entrepreneurship Olympiad 2026]
The Seoul Metropolitan Government, in cooperation with the Seoul Business Agency (SBA),
hereby announces the hosting of the International Youth Entrepreneurship Olympiad.
This initiative is intended to revitalise the Seoul startup ecosystem and enhance entrepreneurial capacity
among international youth by identifying and nurturing innovative startup ideas.
We look forward to your participation!
URL: 서울창업허브 공덕
Compete on a global stage in Seoul — $10,000 Startup Olympiad (Open to all students)
Hi everyone,
Do you have a startup idea you'd love to bring to life? Here's your chance to pitch it on an international stage — right here in Seoul.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Business Agency (SBA) are hosting the 2026 International Youth Entrepreneurship Olympiad, an official global startup competition open to students from any country.
Why this is a great fit for you:
★ Run entirely in English - a perfect stage to show your global potential
★ Total prize pool of $10,000 (Grand Prize $5,000) and the Seoul Mayoral Award
★ Rewards guaranteed for all 14 finalist teams
★ Finalists get a fully-funded Seoul Startup Ecosystem Tour (accommodation & meals included) and 1:1 expert mentoring
Who can apply:
• University students, students on leave, or prospective graduates, aged 34 or under
• Open to all nationalities - no residency requirement
• Apply as an individual or in a team of up to 3 (team up with your classmates!)
Key info:
🗓 Application deadline: Monday, July 27, 2026, 10:00 AM (KST)
📝 Theme: Any entrepreneurship-related topic (open call)
🔗 How to apply: Visit the 'Startup Plus' website → startup-plus.kr/project/PRJ006960 → download the application form
📧 Inquiries: twom-ent@twom-ent.com / 070-4788-1056
Note: This is an international competition, so all submissions and presentations must be in English.
Don't keep your idea on paper - bring it to Seoul and show the world what you've got. We look forward to your application!
Hi everyone,
Do you have a startup idea you'd love to bring to life? Here's your chance to pitch it on an international stage — right here in Seoul.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Business Agency (SBA) are hosting the 2026 International Youth Entrepreneurship Olympiad, an official global startup competition open to students from any country.
Why this is a great fit for you:
★ Run entirely in English - a perfect stage to show your global potential
★ Total prize pool of $10,000 (Grand Prize $5,000) and the Seoul Mayoral Award
★ Rewards guaranteed for all 14 finalist teams
★ Finalists get a fully-funded Seoul Startup Ecosystem Tour (accommodation & meals included) and 1:1 expert mentoring
Who can apply:
• University students, students on leave, or prospective graduates, aged 34 or under
• Open to all nationalities - no residency requirement
• Apply as an individual or in a team of up to 3 (team up with your classmates!)
Key info:
🗓 Application deadline: Monday, July 27, 2026, 10:00 AM (KST)
📝 Theme: Any entrepreneurship-related topic (open call)
🔗 How to apply: Visit the 'Startup Plus' website → startup-plus.kr/project/PRJ006960 → download the application form
📧 Inquiries: twom-ent@twom-ent.com / 070-4788-1056
Note: This is an international competition, so all submissions and presentations must be in English.
Don't keep your idea on paper - bring it to Seoul and show the world what you've got. We look forward to your application!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out here
