Sequoia Arc
Rollingby Sequoia Capital
Sequoia's company building immersion for pre-seed and seed founders in their portfolio. Deep operational support for the earliest stage.
Visit ProgramPortfolio founders only
Existing Sequoia investment terms
Varies
Ongoing
By invitation (portfolio)
San Francisco
No
Global
2/14/2026
Summary
Sequoia Arc is an intensive company building program for Sequoia Capital's pre-seed and seed stage founders. Unlike open-application residencies, Arc is available to founders who have already received Sequoia investment.
The program provides deep operational support — helping founders with product strategy, go-to-market, hiring, and fundraising. Arc leverages Sequoia's decades of experience backing companies from seed to IPO.
Program Edge
Sequoia's operational playbook and network are among the deepest in Silicon Valley.
- Access to Sequoia's full portfolio network
- Deep operational support (product, GTM, hiring)
- Decades of pattern recognition from seed to IPO
- Global reach across US, India, Southeast Asia
Best Fit
Sequoia-backed founders at pre-seed or seed stage. Not open to external applications — you must be a Sequoia portfolio company.
Official Sources
Similar Residencies
Source: Sequoia Capital
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Arc provide?
Sequoia Arc provides Portfolio founders only. Equity terms: Existing Sequoia investment terms.
When is the Arc application deadline?
Applications follow this cycle: By invitation (portfolio). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
How long is Arc and where does it take place?
The program runs for Varies and is based in San Francisco.
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