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CSR Initiative This programme is completely free — Cocoon's commitment to the next generation. One cohort per quarter. 20 seats only.
For Undergrads & Students · CSR Free

4 weeks. Build the skills
that make you unforgettable.

For undergrads who want to study smarter, launch careers faster, and graduate ahead of the curve — in a world that's already AI-first. This programme is Cocoon's CSR gift to the next generation. One cohort per quarter. Completely free.

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100% Free — Cocoon CSR Initiative Cocoon runs one fully-funded student cohort every quarter. No fees, no hidden costs, no upsells — ever. Every quarter, 20 motivated undergrads get a seat. This is yours to apply for.
4 Weeks
Structured live programme
10 Modules
The complete student toolkit
FREE
Cocoon CSR commitment
1 Cohort / Qtr
20 seats, apply early
85%

of today's undergraduates will enter jobs that require AI literacy as a baseline skill. The question isn't whether you'll need AI — it's whether you'll be ready before your peers.

10

hands-on modules covering everything from studying smarter to launching a side hustle, building a personal brand, and using AI responsibly. The complete student toolkit.

Free

Cocoon runs one free student cohort every quarter as part of our CSR commitment. Every quarter, 20 students who want to build their future get a seat. This is yours.

More than a course.
A head start on your future.

Most AI content for students is either too technical, too shallow, or just a list of tools. AI for Students is different — it meets you where you are and upgrades every part of your life, not just your CV.

01 / Built for where you are
You don't need work experience to benefit from AI

Whether you're in your first year or final semester, these skills upgrade every part of your academic and personal life right now. No prerequisites, no technical background required — only curiosity.

02 / Career-ready on day one
Graduate looking like you've been working for years

By week 3, you'll have a CV written, a LinkedIn rebuilt, and a portfolio in progress — all optimised with AI. Recruiters will notice the difference. Your peers who didn't do this will feel it.

03 / Your whole life, upgraded
The whole picture, not just the academic slice

This isn't just about grades or jobs. AI for Students covers creativity, health, entrepreneurship, and responsible use. You leave as someone who thinks differently — and that changes everything.

Built for students who want
to move, not just learn.

Applications are reviewed. We give priority to undergrads who are genuinely committed to doing the work and using these skills — not just collecting certificates.

Right For You If this sounds like you

  • You're an undergraduate at any university
  • You want to stand out in a competitive job market
  • You're curious about entrepreneurship and side hustles
  • You want to use AI for research, writing, and studying
  • You want to build a personal brand before you graduate
  • You're in your final year and need to accelerate — fast

Not Right Save your application

  • You're looking for a passive, watch-it-in-your-pyjamas course
  • You already have significant AI and automation experience
  • You're not willing to put in 3–4 hours per week
  • You want a certificate without doing the actual work
  • You're not currently enrolled as an undergraduate student

What you graduate with.

Four weeks of focused work produces six tangible, shareable outcomes — not just knowledge, but real things you built that demonstrate your capability to every employer who sees them.

01
A Complete Application Package

CV, cover letter, and LinkedIn all rebuilt with AI. Walk out of the programme looking like a top-tier candidate — before you've even entered the job market.

02
Your Personal Portfolio

A portfolio website built in one session, no code needed. Your work, online and looking good. The kind of thing employers ask for — and most students don't have.

03
A Semester Study System

A personalised AI study system that makes every hour of studying count for more — notes, flashcards, research, and first drafts all handled faster and better.

04
A Validated Side Hustle

A real business concept, validated with AI. Some students from past cohorts have turned these into actual income. Even if you don't, the thinking process is the skill.

05
An Academic Research Toolkit

A system for doing deeper research faster — and doing it with integrity. Literature reviews, citations, data analysis, and argument structure all accelerated ethically.

06
Your AI Readiness Portfolio

4 weeks of work, packaged as a portfolio that shows future employers you're already ahead. Not a course completion badge — a body of work that speaks for itself.

4 weeks. 10 modules.
One project every session.

Every module is hands-on, with a capstone you build before you leave. Browse each week below to see exactly what you'll cover.

Theme

"The student who uses AI well will always outperform the student who doesn't."

Week 1 sets up your AI foundations, transforms how you study, and builds a productivity system that makes the rest of your degree easier. Three sessions, three capstones, one completely new way of working.

W1 / Session A
AI in Everyday Life
A live tour of what AI can do for you today
  • What AI can do for you today — a live tour
  • Tools you're probably already using without knowing it
  • AI in education, entertainment, finance, and health
  • Setting up your AI environment from scratch
Session Capstone

Your personal AI toolkit — configured and ready to use.

W1 / Session B
Smarter Learning & Education
Study techniques amplified by AI
  • AI-powered note-taking, summarisation, and flashcards
  • Research with AI: literature reviews, citations, fact-checking
  • Study techniques amplified: Pomodoro + AI, spaced repetition
  • From assignment brief to first draft in 20 minutes
Session Capstone

A complete AI-powered study system for your semester.

W1 / Session C
Personal Productivity
Time management that actually works with AI
  • Time management systems that actually work with AI
  • Calendar, tasks, and goals — automated
  • Building habits with AI accountability
  • The deep work environment: how to protect your best hours
Session Capstone

A semester productivity dashboard you'll actually use.

Theme

"Research deeper. Create faster. Think bigger."

Week 2 expands beyond productivity into creativity and academic excellence. You'll learn to use AI as a genuine creative collaborator and build research skills that outpace most postgraduate students.

W2 / Session A
Creativity & Innovation
AI as a creative collaborator, not a replacement
  • AI as a creative collaborator, not a replacement
  • Image, video, music, and writing — what's possible for students
  • Side project ideation with AI — from vague idea to solid concept
  • Building creative habits with AI support
Session Capstone

A creative project in your field — started and partially complete.

W2 / Session B
Research & Academic Projects
Literature reviews at 10x speed without sacrificing depth
  • Literature reviews at 10x speed without sacrificing depth
  • AI-assisted data analysis and visualisation
  • Structuring arguments, essays, and dissertations
  • Academic integrity in the age of AI — the honest student's guide
Session Capstone

A research outline or academic project plan built with AI.

Theme

"Graduate ready. Not just qualified."

Week 3 is where your future gets built. CV, LinkedIn, portfolio, personal brand, and your first side hustle concept — all in three sessions. This is the week that changes how employers see you before you even walk in the door.

W3 / Session A
Career Development & Job Hunting
From generic to outstanding — with AI
  • AI-powered CV writing — from generic to outstanding
  • Cover letters that don't sound like everyone else's
  • Interview prep with AI: mock sessions, STAR responses
  • Finding opportunities: LinkedIn outreach, job search automation
Session Capstone

A complete, AI-optimised application package for your dream role.

W3 / Session B
Personal Branding & Online Presence
Your digital presence is your new CV
  • Why your digital presence is your new CV
  • LinkedIn optimisation with AI — the undergrad edition
  • Building a portfolio website in one afternoon with no code
  • Content strategy: what to post, when, and why
Session Capstone

A polished LinkedIn profile + personal portfolio site — live before you leave.

W3 / Session C
AI for Entrepreneurs & Side Hustles
From zero capital to first idea — validated
  • Ideas to income: how to validate fast with AI
  • Micro-businesses undergrads can start with zero capital
  • Customer discovery, pricing, and first sales — all with AI help
  • The AI-powered side hustle blueprint
Session Capstone

A validated side hustle concept with a one-page business plan.

Theme

"The best graduates understand both the tools and the world they're entering."

Week 4 zooms out. You've built your skills — now you learn to use them responsibly and sustainably. Wellness, ethics, privacy, and your final graduation showcase. You finish with everything packaged and ready to share with the world.

W4 / Session A
AI for Health, Wellness & Lifestyle
The whole-life upgrade — beyond grades and jobs
  • AI for mental health awareness and support
  • Fitness, nutrition, and sleep — AI tools that actually help
  • Balancing screen time, AI use, and real-world presence
  • Financial literacy with AI: budgeting and investing basics for students
Session Capstone

A personal wellness and financial literacy plan.

W4 / Session B
AI in Ethics, Privacy & Responsible Use
The responsible student's guide to AI
  • How to use AI without compromising your academic integrity
  • Data privacy: what platforms know about you and how to protect it
  • Deepfakes, misinformation, and the responsible student
  • AI's impact on society — and your role in shaping it
Final Project & Graduation Showcase

Your AI-readiness portfolio — 4 weeks of work, packaged and presented to the cohort.

We Show. You Choose.

We introduce you to the full AI ecosystem — 1,000+ tools across 40 categories. You pick the ones that fit your future career and learning path. Your AI stack. Your strategy. Your rules.

Explore the Directory →

Ready to graduate ahead of the curve?

One free cohort per quarter. Only 20 seats. Applications are reviewed — we give priority to students who are genuinely ready to do the work.

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Everything included.
Zero cost.

There are no hidden fees, no paid tiers, and no upsells. Everything listed below is part of the free programme. This is Cocoon's CSR commitment — no strings attached.

What's included in the free cohort

One cohort, four weeks of live sessions, and everything you need to leave with a real AI capability — not just a piece of paper. All completely free as part of Cocoon's CSR commitment to the next generation.

  • 4 live weekly sessions with practitionersAll sessions run live with industry practitioners — not pre-recorded lectures
  • Access to the Cocoon AI Tools Library1,000+ curated tools across 40 categories, continuously updated
  • 1:1 Career Coaching SessionA 30-minute individual session with a Cocoon career coach
  • All session recordingsRevisit every session at your own pace, as many times as you need
  • Community accessStudent cohort network + alumni community for ongoing support and opportunities
  • Certificate of CompletionCocoon AI for Students — shareable on LinkedIn and your portfolio
  • 10 session capstone projectsOne hands-on project per session — building your AI-readiness portfolio

Completely free

CSR Initiative

Cocoon is a commercial AI training company. We run paid programmes for professionals and enterprises across Sri Lanka and Asia. The AI for Students cohort is our way of giving back — funded entirely by the company, at no cost to you.

No application fee
No programme fee
No paid tiers or premium upgrades
No upsells during or after the programme
No obligation to buy anything, ever
Next Cohort 20 Seats Available One cohort per quarter. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority given to motivated undergrads ready to do the work. Apply for a Free Seat →

Built by practitioners.
Designed for your generation.

These aren't just programmes for us. These are the skills we wish we'd had when we were studying. All our trainers are practitioners — using AI every day and actively seeing returns. We're giving that advantage to the next generation.
The Cocoon Training Team
AI Practitioners & Educators

Every Cocoon trainer is an active AI practitioner — not an academic or a consultant who last shipped something years ago. They use these tools in their own work every day, and they teach exactly what works, from direct experience.

Cocoon AI for Students — CSR Initiative

The next generation
deserves a head start.

One free cohort per quarter. 20 seats. Apply before they go.

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Applications are reviewed. Priority given to motivated undergrads ready to do the work.