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MLV Product Management Associate Program|2026 Cohort

For US college students with roots in Hong Kong, Vietnam, or Singapore.Remote spring shadowing → On-ground summer venture building in Asia.

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8
Months
$50K+
Revenue Target
3
Countries
2
Phases
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Program Structure

Two Phases. One Journey.

Our 8-month program is designed to transform you from an observer into an entrepreneur, culminating in launching your own revenue-generating venture.

Spring: Remote shadowing from your US campus→Summer: On-ground in Hong Kong, Vietnam, or Singapore

Phase 1

Spring Shadowing

Learn the ropes by shadowing MLV's operations. Understand how a real startup works from the inside.

January - May 2026
5 months
5-8 hours/week
Flexible schedule
Unpaid
Learning-focused experience
You'll Master
Product StrategyOperationsMarketingCustomer Discovery
Revenue Share
Phase 2

Summer Capstone

Launch and scale your own educational venture. Generate real revenue and build something meaningful.

June - August 2026
3 months intensive
20-30 hours/week
Full commitment
5-10% Revenue Share
Based on contribution
Revenue Target
$50K+in program revenue
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Revenue Target
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Weekly Hours (Summer)

Ready to see the complete journey?

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Your Journey

8 Months of Transformation

From observer to entrepreneur. Click any month to explore the details.

Spring Shadowing (Jan-Apr)
Summer Capstone (May-Aug)
January

Program Kickoff & Sprint Immersion

February

Ignite Preparation Begins

March

Marketing & Customer Discovery

April

Operations Deep Dive

May

Capstone Ideation & Validation

June

Build MVP & Recruit Team

July

Launch & Customer Acquisition

August

Scale & Optimize

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Program Complete — Launch Your Career

Compensation

Earn While You Build

Your summer capstone isn't just an internship - it's your own venture. Share in the revenue you generate.

Spring Shadowing

January - May 2026

$0|Unpaid, Learning-Focused
Real ExperienceNetwork AccessMentorshipPortfolio Building

Summer Capstone

June - August 2026

5-10%Revenue Share

Based on your contribution level and performance

Formula
Earnings = Program Revenue × Contribution Rate

💰Earnings Calculator

$50,000
$10K$150K
Your Potential Earnings
$3,750

Based on $50,000 revenue at 7.5% share

Your Share: 7.5%Revenue: $50,000

Example Scenarios

RevenueContributionRateEarnings
$30,000Meets Expectations5%$1,500
$50,000Exceeds Expectations7.5%$3,750
$75,000Outstanding10%$7,500
$100,000Exceptional10%$10,000

* Revenue share is determined by your overall contribution to program success, including customer acquisition, program delivery, and operational excellence.

Who We're Looking For

The Ideal Candidate

We're not looking for perfect resumes. We're looking for builders, hustlers, and learners who are ready to dive in.

This program is designed for US college students who have roots in Asia and want to spend their summer building something meaningful in their home region.

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Why US College + Asia Roots?

You bring a unique dual perspective - American education and Asian market intuition. This lets you build products that bridge both worlds. Plus, you'll be home for summer anyway - why not build something while you're there?

Summer Locations (You must be able to work on-ground in one of these cities)

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Hong KongSummer base
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Ho Chi Minh CitySummer base
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HanoiSummer base
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SingaporeSummer base

Must Haves

  • Currently enrolled at a US college or university
  • Have roots or ties to Hong Kong, Vietnam, or Singapore (family, citizenship, etc.)
  • Able to be physically present in Asia during summer (May-August 2026)
  • Available 5-8 hrs/week (spring, remote) and 20-30 hrs/week (summer, on-ground)
  • Fluent in English (spoken + written)
  • Entrepreneurial mindset - excited to build and ship

What We Value

  • 🔧Resourcefulness over polish
  • ⚡Execution speed over perfection
  • 🎯Customer obsession
  • 🌊Comfort with ambiguity
  • 📚Hunger to learn
  • 💪Grit and resilience

NOT Required

  • Prior startup experience
  • Perfect GPA
  • Business major
  • Previous internships
  • Coding skills

We hire based on potential, not pedigree. Show us your hunger to learn and build.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

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The Bridge Builder

You understand both US and Asian markets and want to leverage that unique perspective

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The Side Hustler

You've already tried starting something - even if it failed

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The Home Comer

You're excited to spend summer in Asia building something meaningful

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The Connector

You naturally bring people together and make things happen

How We Measure Success

Clear Goals. Real Results.

We set ambitious targets and provide you with the tools and support to achieve them. Your success is measurable and meaningful.

Spring Shadowing

Learning Outcomes

Understanding of startup operations0%
Deliverables completed on time0%
Customer discovery principles mastered0%
Product management fundamentals learned0%

Success in spring is measured by your learning velocity and deliverable quality, not by business metrics.

Summer Capstone

Entrepreneurial Outcomes

$0+
Revenue target achievement
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Customer interviews conducted
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Paying customers acquired
0/10
NPS score target

Summer success is measured by real business outcomes. Your initiative should generate revenue and create value.

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Our methodology is inspired by

Bill Aulet's 24 Steps to a Successful Startup

Time Commitment

Weekly Breakdown

See how you'll spend your time each week. Toggle between phases to understand the different commitments.

5-8 hours/week

Flexible alongside classes

7
hours/week
Team Meetings
Shadowing Sessions
Independent Work
Learning & Reading
Check-ins

Hours by Activity

Team Meetings1h
Weekly sync with MLV team
Shadowing Sessions2h
Observe key operations
Independent Work2h
Deliverables & research
Learning & Reading1h
Self-paced education
Check-ins1h
Mentor 1:1s

Flexible Spring Schedule

Designed to work alongside your classes. Most activities can be scheduled around your academic commitments. We understand you're still a student first.

Schedules are flexible and can be adjusted based on your specific situation
Alumni Network

Where Our Team Goes Next

MLV alumni have gone on to top universities and leading companies worldwide

Ready to write your own success story?

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How to Apply

Application Process

Ready to start your entrepreneurial journey? Here's everything you need to know about our application process.

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Step 1 • Deadline: TBA

Submit Application

Complete the online application form with your information and materials.

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Step 2 • 1-2 weeks

Initial Review

Our team reviews all applications and shortlists candidates.

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Step 3 • 30 minutes

Video Interview

Selected candidates complete a video interview with our team.

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Step 4 • 48 hours

Case Study

Finalists complete a short case study to demonstrate thinking.

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Step 5 • December 2025

Final Decision

Offers extended to successful candidates.

What You'll Need to Submit

Tips for success:

  • Be authentic
  • Show your personality
  • Explain your "why"

Tips for success:

  • Be specific
  • Use examples
  • Keep it concise

Tips for success:

  • Complete profile
  • Recent photo
  • Highlight relevant work

Tips for success:

  • Clear format
  • Quantify impact
  • Tailor to role
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Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join a community of builders, learners, and future entrepreneurs. Applications for the 2026 cohort are now open.

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Questions? Check the FAQs below or reach out to us directly.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the MLV PMA program. Can't find what you're looking for? Reach out to us directly.

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Still have questions?

Reach out to Tim Liu at timothy.liu@mlvignite.com