The Young Entrepreneur Program (Y.E.P), a program run by Evo Media, Sierra Nevada College, Northern Nevada University and US State Government, promotes the development of the entrepreneurial spirit in young South Africans. The program starts with Orientation classes in South Africa then takes the “YEPers” to the United States(USA) where they are paired up with local entrepreneurs for 5 weeks. After this experience YEPers are ready to turn training into reality. 

The first group Young Entrepreneurs currently returned from USA and have seen great success. 12 individuals were selected, received training in Cape Town and johannesburg, and then flown out to Reno, Nevada. There they learned a great deal from their US mentors and were excited to get back to their businesses in South Africa.  

Second group of Young Entrepreneurs: 

YEP II has started accepting applications and will begin the selection process on the 12th August 2010. Training classes for the selected entrepreneurs start at the end of August and departure to the US is in February 2011.

For more information and applications go to www.YEPSA.co.za. or download the application form and fax back to us 021 434 7783. 

Criterias:

  •  You must be aged between 20-35 years of age on 1 August 2010 to participate in the program
  • The Program is open to all South African Citizens and South African permanent residents. 
  • You must have a valid passport willing to travel and must be open minded to different cultures. 
  • You must speak English 
  • Be a team player 
  • Be willing and dedicated to learning 
  • Be prepared to work hard 
  • Open Minded to new opportunities

Applications Deadline: 6 August 2010