SUMMER PROGRAM

Startup Summer (AD)Venture

Startup Summer (AD)Venture is a 12-day summer program designed for girls and boys aged 15 to 18 who want to explore innovation, artificial intelligence, creativity, and entrepreneurship within the H-FARM ecosystem.

This is not a traditional summer course but an experience that combines learning, hands-on project work, and campus life. The goal is to guide participants from curiosity about startups and AI to the development of a real project, working in teams and learning through very practical, hands-on activities.

During the program, participants follow a structured path covering the main topics of innovation: entrepreneurial mindset, problem discovery, AI fundamentals, design thinking, no-code prototyping, business models, branding, go-to-market strategies, and pitching. Lessons are always complemented by practical workshops designed to turn ideas into concrete solutions.

Startup Summer (AD)Venture takes an international and experiential approach. Alongside the educational activities, the program includes visits to leading Italian companies in the food, fashion, sports-tech, motorsport, and design sectors, providing a close-up look at how innovation and creativity take shape in the real world.

Participants will also enjoy moments together on and off campus: boat trips in the Venetian lagoon, visits to Venice and Burano, cooking classes, outdoor activities, and evening events.

WHO IT IS FOR
Girls and boys aged 15–18

LANGUAGE
English

DATES
12–23 July 2026

LOCATION
H-FARM Campus + company visits and excursions

PRICE
€3,500 (VAT included)
Includes: training, accommodation, activities, company visits, cultural and lifestyle experiences

Why choose Startup Summer (AD)Venture

Startup Summer (AD)Venture is much more than a summer program: it is a transformative experience designed to help young people understand who they want to become and the direction they want to give to their future.

The program is built on three pillars:

Advanced Learning: Lessons and workshops on AI, entrepreneurship, design, and creativity are led by the teams from H-FARM College, Startup Center, and H-FARM AI. This hands-on approach is designed to speak the language of the new generation.
Real-World Experiences: Visits to leading Italian companies allow participants to see how innovation, technology, and creativity come to life in practice, offering a realistic and inspiring view of the professional world.
The Italian “Dolce Vita”: Culture, food, lifestyle, and community turn the program into an immersive experience where international friendships are formed and lasting memories are made.

By the end of the program, participants take home not only new skills but also a tangible project, greater awareness of their own interests, and a global network of peers with similar passions.

If you are looking for a summer program that combines learning and fun, Startup Summer (AD)Venture is the right choice.

Who can participate in this summer program?

Startup Summer (AD)Venture is designed for high school students, both Italian and international, aged 15 to 18, who are curious to explore the world of innovation, AI, and startups.

No advanced technical skills or prior experience are required. What truly matters is curiosity, a willingness to take on challenges, and the desire to spend a different kind of summer—full of hands-on learning, new friendships, and stimulating experiences.

This program is ideal for those who want to discover if the startup and tech world could be their path, improve their English, develop teamwork and leadership skills, and prepare for future university studies, including international opportunities.

Applications are now open. If you want to experience a summer that combines growth, discovery, and fun, apply now or contact the H-FARM College team for more information.

What you will learn: learning objectives

By the end of Startup Summer (AD)Venture, you will have a clear and concrete understanding of how an innovative project is developed—from the initial idea to the creation of an MVP and the final presentation in front of a jury.

During the program, you will develop essential soft skills: working in teams, communicating effectively, presenting your ideas publicly, and tackling complex problems with a creative and strategic approach. You will also learn how to use AI and no-code tools to turn ideas into real prototypes.

Startup Summer (AD)Venture helps you build a solid foundation for your future, enhancing your personal and academic profile and enabling more informed decisions about your university path.

Founders mindset and entrepreneurship

AI fundamentals and emerging tools

Design thinking and user journey

No-code prototyping and MVP

Business model and go-to-market

Branding, storytelling and pitching

Agenda

SUN

JULY 12

Arrival to H-FARM Campus

MON

July 13

Morning (Lecture – 3h)
- Session 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship
- Session 2: Ideation
Afternoon (Workshop – 4h)
- Activity: Team Exercise: Project Ideation / Idea LaunchPad
- Output: Team presentation & feedback

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
20:00-22:00 Cooking Class and Dinner together

TUE

JULY 14

Morning (Lecture – 3h)
- Session 3: Project Market Sizing

Afternoon (Workshop – 4h)
- Activity: Team Exercise: Project Market Sizing & Competitor Matrix
- Output: Team presentation & feedback

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
21:00-22:30 Game Night

WED

JULY 15

Morning (Lecture – 3h)

- Session 1: AI Fundamentals

Afternoon (Workshop – 4h) Prompting, from basic to advanced

- Activity: Team Exercise, prompting techniques
- Output: Personal “Prompt Framework Card”

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
21:00-23:00 DJ Set

THU

JULY 16

Company visit

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
21:00-22:30 Movie night

FRI

JULY 17

Morning (Lecture – 3h) – AI tool sprint

Session 2: AI tools deep dive

Afternoon (Workshop – 4h) No-code Prototyping

Activity: Team Exercise, Mini-MVP workshop
Output: students build a real project using AI + no-code tools

Extra activity:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
20:00-22:30 Pizza out ‘Love Pizza and Cocktail’

SAT

JULY 18

Boat trip to Venice & Venetian Lagoon
Visit Burano (Museo del Merletto) and Murano (Museo del Vetro & glass workshop)
Dinner at Marina and free time

SUN

JULY 19

Sunday in Jesolo
Dinner at Marina and free time

MON

JULY 20

Morning (Lecture – 3h)

- Session 5: Business Modeling (1H)
- Session 6: Startup Presentations & Pitching (1H)

Afternoon (Workshop – 4h)

- Activity: Team Exercise: Project Presentation design
- Output: Team presentation & feedback

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
20:00-22:30 Cooking Class and Dinner Together

TUE

JULY 21

Company visit

Afternoon at the Noventa Outlet

Dinner in Marina and free time

WED

JULY 22

Morning (Lecture – 3h)

- - Session 7: Startup Branding
  - Session 8: Go-to-Market Strategy

Afternoon (Workshop – 4h)

- Activity: Team Exercise: Project Branding & Go-to-Market Plan
- Output: Team presentation & feedback

Extra activities:

18:30-19:30 Golden Hour Beach Volley
21:00-22:30 DJ set

THU

JULY 23

Morning (Lecture – 3h) – AI quality & safety

Session 3: AI ethics and safety
Session 4: AI ethics

Afternoon: (Workshop – 4h) Power up your project with AI

Activity: Team Exercise, apply AI tools, strategies and ethics to teams’ projects
Output: working MVP AI powered

FRI

JULY 24

Morning (Lecture – 2h)

- - Session 9: Startup Funding

(Lecture – 2h)

- Activity: Team Exercise: Project Presentations
- Output: Team presentations
- Session: Final Startup Presentation Reviews & Pitching

Afternoon

MVP presentation

SCIENTIFIC COORDINATION

Our faculty

At H-FARM College, innovation and entrepreneurship are not just subjects to study—they are an integral part of our ecosystem.

The faculty combines academic expertise, hands-on experience, and a strong focus on experiential learning, making the program accessible, engaging, and practical even for those approaching these topics for the first time.

H-FARM Campus

The H-FARM Campus is much more than a physical location: it is a true ecosystem designed to inspire students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to engage with the future. Located just steps from the Venetian lagoon, it is an open space for collaboration, where education, technology, and creativity come together every day.

During the Startup Summer (AD)Venture program, you will live and learn in an environment designed to stimulate innovative and entrepreneurial thinking. The Campus features buildings dedicated to education, event halls, a conference center, a library, and spaces where you can work in teams, meet with mentors, and develop your business ideas.

In your free time, you can relax or stay active across more than 5,000 m² of outdoor green areas and 1,600 m² of indoor spaces, with sports activities ranging from padel and rugby to skateboarding and beach volleyball. A young, active, and international community will accompany you throughout the bootcamp.

H-FARM Campus is also a model of sustainability: it is self-sufficient for 85% of its energy needs and promotes green mobility through electric vehicles, bike sharing, and charging stations. Innovation and environmental awareness coexist in a place designed for the future.

L’ALLOGGIO:

Marina

During the summer program, you will stay in one of our residences: Marina.

Located in the magical Venetian lagoon, Marina is a true oasis just a few minutes from the H-FARM Campus (2 km). Two recently renovated barns—overlooking what was once the main docking point connecting Portegrandi and Venice—house apartments equipped with all modern comforts.

Here, students can experience campus life in a dynamic and stimulating environment, where they can share not only their studies but also their passions.