Before they turn 18, TKS students file patents, land internships at world-class companies, and secure venture funding for startups shaping tomorrow
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When ambition meets acceleration

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Outcomes that redefine what students can do

Startups. Scientific breakthroughs.UN keynotes. This isn’t extracurricular — it’s exponential

Capital Raised by Alumni
$250M+
Our alumni have raised $250 M+ for startups tackling global challenges—from climate to healthcare.
Companies Started
60+
By 18, TKS students have launched 60+ companies—from climate-tech to AI-powered healthcare. With world-class mentors and investor access, they don’t just learn — they scale exponential impact.
Internships Landed
1,000+
Over 1,000 TKS students have secured internships at global leaders—Google, SpaceX, Microsoft, the UN—transforming bold ideas into real-world experience.

Among the youngest employees at the UN, Google, SpaceX, and more

From youth advisors at international NGOs to machine learning interns in biotech labs, TKS alumni are making an impact across science, policy, and startups.
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This isn’t potential.
This is proof

Pushing boundaries on projects that matter—before 18

Luke Piette

Founding member of Atomic Semi, which raised $20M from OpenAI at a $100M valuation

Ananya Chadha

Worked at Neuralink and did invasive Neurotech research  at Stanford University

Alishba Imran

Working on projects and research at Tesla, Cruise, NVIDIA AI, Harvard Biodesign Lab, and BAIR (Berkeley).

Tina Mai

Co‑founder of Kndrd, a consumer social app designed to bring Gen Z together through user‑proposed IRL hangouts
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TKS isn’t a stepping stone. It’s a launchpad.

The world’s most ambitious teens don’t follow paths—they create them

TKS equips teens with real-world projects, top-tier mentorship, and a moonshot mindset—so they build the future today, not someday
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Curiosity

Curiosity isn’t a trait. It’s a skill—and we help students sharpen it

At TKS, curiosity is the engine behind every breakthrough. We treat it like a skill that grows stronger with every bold question and every spark of wonder. In this first stage, students dive into what excites them—whether it's quantum computing, brain-machine interfaces, or the future of climate. It’s not about answers. It’s about opening minds and setting the tone for what’s possible.
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Immersion

Learning by doing, exploring by building, thinking by connecting

Immersion is not just about knowledge, it's about understanding. Students understand complex systems, learn how advanced technologies work, and begin to form their own perspectives. They don't just consume information - they learn to make sense of it, use it, and apply it to the real world.
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Experimentation

Prototypes over perfection. Action over hesitation.

Students move from ideas to execution, realizing that progress doesn’t come from perfect plans—but from testing, failing, adjusting, and trying again. They learn to build with limited resources, adapt quickly, and keep momentum even when the outcome is unknown. That’s how innovation really happens.
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Confidence

The moment it clicks:
“Wait—I can actually do this.”

Through public speaking, project pitches, mentorship sessions, and team challenges, students move beyond self-doubt. They learn to speak clearly, lead boldly, and trust their own thinking. Confidence at this stage is earned—not given—and it shows up in every decision they make.
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Impact

Real impact doesn’t wait for a diploma

After months of building, learning, and leading, students emerge not just with skills, but with a sense of responsibility. They see themselves as builders of the world ahead—and they’re already contributing. Their work doesn’t wait for a title or degree. It starts here.
They’re building tomorrow today— and they’re only beginning

TKS alumni aren’t just preparing for what’s next. They’re shaping what’s now

Neil Mitra
Founded Mitra Biotechnologies
Biomarkers, Medical Devices, Healthcare
Jay Parthasarthy
Founding member of Atomic Semi
Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors
Ben Nashman
Founded Synex Medical
Healthcare, Biosensors, AI, Hardware
Brianna Gopaul
Worked at General Fusion on nuclear fusion energy
Biosurveillance, Energy
Nina Khera
Co-Founded Biotein
Longevity, Machine Learning

They’re not choosing between school and impact — they’re doing both

TKS alumni have gone on to work at places like DeepMind, Recursion, Wattpad, the World Economic Forum, and early-stage climate-tech startups—often as the youngest voices in the room
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A global network of innovators

Thousands of TKS students and alumni across 40 + countries share ideas, resources, and opportunities long after the program ends

Direct access to mentors at Google, SpaceX, and other top innovators
Collaborative projects with ambitious peers from 40+ countries
Lifelong friends and co-founders launching startups together
Why Parents Choose TKS

What parents say after watching their kids leap ahead with TKS

"We’ve explored many school alternatives, but nothing compares to TKS. It’s a unique mix of future-focused tech skills and essential soft skills like leadership and confidence. My child now confidently gives presentations at school, takes initiative, and works on things they truly care about. It’s been transformational."
Ian Lockhart
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"TKS taught my daughter how to network and build meaningful relationships. She’s stayed connected with friends and colleagues around the world — some now at Harvard and Stanford. She gained not just lifelong friendships, but also incredible global contacts."
Father of a TKS student
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"Both of my daughters went through TKS, and it’s had a huge impact on them. They explored fields like solar energy and bioplastics, built advanced projects, and found a sense of purpose. One even spoke at Web Summit and worked with peers around the world. TKS gives them opportunities and skills they simply wouldn’t get in a regular school.
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Trusted by the world’s leading organizations

When the SpaceX, Google, and other icons need fresh thinking, they call on TKS students and grads

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"It’s ridiculous how smart they are. I had a conversation on particle physics with a 13-year-old."
Neil Mitra
Founded Mitra Biotechnologies
Tobi Lutke
Founded shopify
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“...my jaw literally dropped listening to them articulate real-world problems they had broken down and solved."
Adam Majmudar
Founding engineer at Thirdweb
Karina Fernandez
Shell
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“I was absolutely blown away by the recommendations that the students shared, and I’m excited to implement their ideas.”
Cassia Attard
Worked at the International Fund for Agriculture Development
Sean Khan
United Nations
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“It only took a 30 minute conversation with a group of TKS students for me to feel inspired and find renewed faith in our future."
Alexander Wu
Co-founded Utopia Labs
Piotr Mierzejewski
IBM
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"Our partnership with TKS allows us to collaborate with people [teens] whose minds are less constrained than an adult."
Tina Mai
Co-Founder of a consumer social startup
Lee Jeyes
Walmart
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"It’s ridiculous how smart they are. I had a conversation on particle physics with a 13-year-old."
Shagun Maheshwari
Shagun Maheshwari
Kevin Peesker
Microsoft
From classroom to boardroom

TKS alumni have launched over 60 companies, raising more than $250M in funding

Thirdweb
24m$

Artificial Intelligence, Neuroscience

Thirdweb provides developers with a full suite of tools to build, launch, and manage Web3 applications across 2000+ EVM-compatible chains. Its product lineup includes prebuilt smart contracts, SDKs, wallet infrastructure, and APIs. The company recently introduced Nebula, a blockchain-native AI model designed to read, interpret, and execute blockchain interactions in real time.
Utopia Labs
23m$

Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Web3

Utopia Labs develops a modular platform that centralizes DAO operations—beginning with payments and payroll—by offering payment-request links, metadata-rich transaction labeling, expense tracking, and treasury management. Their tools automate token distributions, streamline invoicing, and integrate governance workflows, enabling DAOs to scale efficiently without manual overhead or on-chain friction
Atomic Semi
20m$

Semiconductor manufacturing

Atomic Semi designs and builds compact, radically simplified semiconductor mini-fabs that enable rapid prototyping and production of affordable integrated circuits in hours rather than the typical months-long cycle. By developing its own tooling and streamlining every step—from 3D-printed components to e-beam lithography—the company slashes time-to-market and manufacturing costs while pushing towards ever-more advanced geometries
Utopia Labs
3m$

Healthcare, Biosensors, Gene Sequencing

Axiome develops and commercializes compact electronic biosensor platforms capable of detecting single-molecule binding events with high throughput and low cost. By integrating advanced signal processing and novel assay chemistries, the company enables researchers to observe molecular interactions directly, drastically speeding up lead identification and providing precise diagnostic readouts at the point of care
Voltx
1m$

Machine Learning, Material Science, Batteries

Voltx is a venture-backed startup co-founded by Alishba Imran, focusing on revolutionizing battery research and development. The company leverages machine learning and physics-based models to significantly reduce the time required for battery testing—from several months to just a few days.

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