Cohort 02 closes March 31
14 spots remaining
47 applications this week
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Work on
real startup
problems.

HustleUp places vetted students and professionals on high-impact, short-term projects with funded startups. Build a portfolio that actually means something.

40+
Startups on platform
₹15K
Avg. project payout
3–6 wk
Typical project length
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We review every application. Accepted members get matched to live projects within 2 weeks.
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You
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Skills
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Motivation
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Applications are reviewed within 48 hours. We're selective — and that's the point.
"Got matched to a Sequoia-backed startup within 9 days. Actual ownership from day one." Priya S. · Product Design · IIT Delhi "The brief was crystal clear. I knew exactly what I was building and why. No intern busywork." Rohan M. · Web Development · BITS Pilani "₹22K for 4 weeks. More than my part-time job, plus a portfolio piece I'm genuinely proud of." Ananya K. · Marketing & Growth · Plaksha "They handled the contract, payment, everything. I just showed up and did the work." Dev P. · Strategy · ISB Hyderabad "Startup reached back out for a full-time role after the project. Didn't expect that at all." Sneha R. · Finance · SRCC Delhi "Got matched to a Sequoia-backed startup within 9 days. Actual ownership from day one." Priya S. · Product Design · IIT Delhi "The brief was crystal clear. I knew exactly what I was building and why. No intern busywork." Rohan M. · Web Development · BITS Pilani "₹22K for 4 weeks. More than my part-time job, plus a portfolio piece I'm genuinely proud of." Ananya K. · Marketing & Growth · Plaksha "They handled the contract, payment, everything. I just showed up and did the work." Dev P. · Strategy · ISB Hyderabad "Startup reached back out for a full-time role after the project. Didn't expect that at all." Sneha R. · Finance · SRCC Delhi
The Process

From application to paid project in 2 weeks.

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📋
Apply
Submit your profile, skills, and a short note on what drives you. We review every application manually.
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Get Vetted
A quick 20-min conversation with our team. We assess quality, reliability, and fit — not just your CV.
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Get Matched
We match you to an active startup project based on your skills and availability. No cold pitching.
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Execute & Get Paid
Deliver with our support. Weekly check-ins, clear briefs, and payment on delivery via escrow.
Why HustleUp

Built differently from any internship you've done.

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Verified Work Portfolio
Every project you complete on HustleUp is verified and lives on your public profile. Recruiters and future clients can see exactly what you built and what the startup said about your work.
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Real Pay, Not Stipends
Projects on HustleUp pay ₹8,000–₹40,000 for 3–6 week engagements. You're hired for your skills, not to get someone coffee.
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We Handle Everything
Contracts, payments, briefs, timelines — our coordinators manage the operational layer so you can focus entirely on the work.
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Startup Network Access
Work with funded, fast-growing startups across India. Many HustleUp projects turn into longer engagements or full-time opportunities.
Who We're Looking For

You're a fit if you're any of these.

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University Students
2nd year onwards. Strong in at least one domain — design, code, marketing, finance, or strategy. Hungry to work on things that matter.
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Recent Graduates
In a full-time job but want more. HustleUp projects fit around your schedule — 8–15 hours a week, remote, with clear scope.
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Domain Specialists
Deep expertise in law, finance, growth, or operations. Startups need people who can hit the ground running — not generalists.
Cohort 02 — 14 spots left Applications close March 31
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