Google’s AI Academy Wants Startups to Rethink U.S. Infrastructure

Google has opened applications for the second cohort of its Google for Startups AI Academy: American Infrastructure, a six-month program designed to support early-stage startups using artificial intelligence to improve critical U.S. infrastructure systems.

Targeting Seed to Series A companies, the program offers tailored technical mentorship, AI/ML workshops, leadership coaching, and business training. Startups working in sectors such as agriculture, disaster response, energy, healthcare, urban development, water management, transportation, and workforce development are encouraged to apply.

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Participants will receive virtual support throughout the program, with the opportunity to connect with fellow founders and program alumni during an in-person summit. The goal of the effort is to instigate new ideas in fields that are important to national resilience and economic growth. It aims to grow a community of mission-oriented founders using AI to tackle difficult, real-world infrastructure problems. In doing so, Google continues its investment in technologies that promise long-term societal impact.

Applications are open until May 13, 2025. Interested startups can apply through the Google for Startups website.

By supporting AI-driven innovation in essential sectors, Google’s AI Academy helps build a smarter, safer, and more connected future for the United States.