Location: Helsinki, Finland (Hybrid)Type: Founder Role / Voluntary (Not an employment relationship)Hours: 0 to 37.5 hours per weekCompensation: UnpaidEligibility: You must be based in Finland and willing to build your own startup, project, or portfolio.About GroundUpGroundUp is a non-profit community created to support aspiring entrepreneurs, founders, and startup builders across Finland. Founded in 2025, our mission is simple: Help people turn ideas into real startups through community, knowledge, and shared ambition.We run free in-person events in Helsinki, including:Co-founder matchmakingFounder stories and talksSkill-building workshopsPersonal development sessionsOur partners include SpeedZone.fi, freeCodeCamp.org, and more on the way.Role: Startup FounderGroundUp is seeking motivated individuals who want to explore entrepreneurship and develop their own startup idea or project. This is not an employment position. Instead, it is a community-based founder development program where participants work on their own initiatives while receiving access to events, resources, and peer learning opportunities.Participants may also choose to contribute to community activities, such as supporting group projects or sharing knowledge with other aspiring builders.Startup Launch Package (1 Year Free Tools to Build Startup)Accepted founders will receive a free 1-year hosting and domain package to kickstart their new startup sponsored by SpeedZone.fi.Included for Free:1 Free .FI DomainFree Web Hosting3 Professional Email AddressesDeveloper-Friendly Platform (WordPress + AI)20 GB Fast SSD StorageMariaDB DatabaseNode.js SupportComprehensive DocumentationQuarterly WorkshopsThis package is entirely free for your first year as a founder in our community.What Youll Do as a FounderBuild and launch your own startup, idea, or tech projectJoin GroundUp events to find co-founders, teammates, or early supportersParticipate in workshops covering tech, business, and personal growthCollaborate with other founders and share insights(Optional) Engage as a mentor or helper with community coding sessions or developer groupYou decide the direction of your startup and GroundUp helps you get there.RequirementsBased in FinlandStrong interest in building your own startupCuriosity, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindsetWillingness to learn and collaborate with othersAble to attend some in-person sessions in HelsinkiEnglish proficiencyNice to Have:Experience in tech, design, marketing, or productPortfolio, GitHub, or previous personal projectsInterest in teaching or mentoringUnderstanding of startup cultureWhy Join as a Founder?Access to Finlands New Startup CommunityStartup Launch Package (1-year free domain, hosting, DB, emails, etc.)Find Co-Founders & Build Your TeamWeekly & Monthly Events in HelsinkiNetworking with Builders, Designers & DevelopersHands-On Workshops & Growth SessionsSupport from Non-Profit Organization GroundUpZero Equity Your Startup Is 100% YoursHow to ApplySubmit your application through LinkedIn Easy Apply with:CV or ResumeOptional: Portfolio or GitHubLinks:https://www.groundup.fi/https://www.linkedin.com/company/groundupfi/https://www.meetup.com/groundupfi/GroundUp Growing Startups Together