The Cooper Project
Sheffield's specialist tech incubator for ambitious pre-seed startups
The Cooper Project supports pre-start and early-stage tech startups with a six-month residency based in our collaborative and supportive co-working space.
You'll join a diverse community of founders and growing businesses, with access to tailored support, expert guidance and valuable connections. Whether you're validating your idea or getting investor-ready, we’ll help you take the next step with confidence.
You get:
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Tailored support in creating personal development and business plans
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£1000 credit towards our services including co-working, spaces and meeting rooms
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Access to Tech Scale-up Advisors to help you grow your business
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A community of over 50 like-minded entrepreneurs under one roof
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Access to events, workshops, and socials
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1:1 guidance with our Incubator Manager
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Weekly stand-up sessions with your cohort to share challenges, developments, and achievements.
We ask that you:
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Demonstrate ongoing progress towards agreed milestones
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Play an active role in our community
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Attend weekly stand-up sessions on Thursdays
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Engage with our support
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Present your progress at the Cooper showcase event and at the end of your 6-month program
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Work at Sheffield Technology Parks at least two days per week.
Interested?
You can apply for the Cooper Project by filling in a short applcation form here. If you have questions and would like to speak to us first, just get in touch by sending us an email: hello@shefftechparks.com.
Find out more
If you’d like to have a free 15 minute chat about our services and how we could work with you, feel free to book a slot in the calendar by clicking bellow.
Shedule a Chat
What's next?
By being part of the Cooper Project, you'll join a community unlike any other in Sheffield which works hard, collaborates and supports each other.
If you're ready to apply, select 'Application Form' from the Start-up drop down menu at the top of this page – or if you want to discuss first, contact us through ‘Find out more’ (left).