This Summer,
Build Something
That Matters.
Join the Enactus Summer Sprint:
Accelerating Impact
Sponsored By…
What is the Enactus Summer Sprint?
The Enactus Summer Sprint: Accelerating Impact is a 4-week online accelerator programme designed to help Enactus students rapidly move from ideas to implementation. Whether you’re developing a new project or scaling an existing one, this flexible, high-energy programme will support you to build a plan of action rooted in the Enactus Criterion:
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Innovation
Business Principles
Sustainable Positive Impact (People, Planet, Prosperity)
The programme culminates in a live, in-person Pitching Showcase where students present their action plans to judges, gain valuable feedback, and unlock funding and support to launch or grow their project.
"I really enjoyed the programme - it gave me a clear sense of direction for my idea and helped me understand how to achieve my goals and continue developing it further.”
Barry Walsh | Munster Technological University
“An eye-opening experience with insightful content that shape me as an aspiring project manager."
Clement Taylor | Manchester Metropolitan University
“It was an exciting entry into the world of social entrepreneurship!
Laoise Maloney | Maynooth University
“…I have never felt more driven by my work.”
Noa David | University of Birmingham
Why Take Part?
Learn how to develop a project with real impact
Get feedback from social innovation leaders
Pitch your plan in front of a live audience and expert judges
Unlock grant funding and partnership opportunities
Build skills in leadership, innovation, strategy and impact measurement
Receive a certificate and digital badge on completion
Each week focuses on one key area of developing your project:
Week 1: Define Your Challenge & Empathise
→ Clarify the problem you're solving and connect with the people affected.
Week 2: Ideate & Prototype
→ Explore bold ideas and turn your concepts into early-stage prototypes.
Week 3: Test & Iterate
→ Gather feedback, refine your approach, and validate your solution.
Week 4: Plan & Pitch
→ Build your action plan and prepare for the in-person pitch showcase.
What Will You Do?
Who Can Join?
The programme is open to all Enactus UK & Ireland students, whether you are:
Just starting out with a project idea
Working on a project that needs refining, scaling or accelerating
Part of a team, or an individual (with the option to be connected to your Enactus team later).
You must be:
✅ 18+
✅ Currently Enrolled at a UK or Irish university
✅ Able to commit 5–8 hours per week online over 4 weeks
FAQs
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No! We welcome early-stage ideas. The programme will help you shape it into something strong and actionable.
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Yes! One person should register as the lead applicant, but you can work and participate as a team.
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That’s okay – all resources will be available online. Live sessions are recommended but not compulsory.
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Finalists pitch their project to a panel of judges and an audience. It’s a celebration of your work – and a chance to gain support to bring your ideas to life.
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The programme typically involves one online session per week, with additional time for project development, depending on your pace.
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Nope – it’s completely free to participate!
Thanks to the generous support of our fantastic partner, R&Co4Generations, the cost of this programme has been fully subsidised – meaning we can offer it to you at no cost. All you need to bring is your time, energy, and ideas.Please note: If your project is selected to present at the in-person Pitching Showcase, you may need to cover your own travel costs. However, we’ll do our best to support you and may have limited bursaries available to help reduce financial barriers.
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That’s totally fine – in fact, it’s encouraged! This is a space for learning and iteration. Many great projects evolve during the Sprint as teams test ideas and discover what works best.