# Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the minimum eligibility requirements to be considered for admission into the fellowship.

Eligible applicants include:

- University students and recent graduates
- Software developers and engineers
- AI/ML practitioners
- Researchers and innovators
- Startup founders and entrepreneurs
- Technology professionals
- Multidisciplinary teams working on technology solutions

Applicants should demonstrate:

- Strong interest in AI, digital innovation, or software development.
- Ability to commit to the full fellowship duration.
- Willingness to participate in all required fellowship activities.
- Basic technical competency relevant to their proposed project.
- Commitment to collaborative learning and professional conduct.

Preference may be given to applicants whose projects demonstrate:

- Social or economic impact
- Innovation and originality
- Alignment with THiNK's mission
- Potential for deployment or commercialization
- Scalability and sustainability