Sponsors

Why Sponsor a Senior Project?

Partnering with the Cal Poly IME Senior Project Program gives sponsors the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate with top-tier engineering students
  • Gain fresh, data-driven solutions for operational challenges
  • Achieve cost-effective innovation
  • Support workforce development and education

Types of Sponsors We Work With:

  • Fortune 100 Companies
  • Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs)
  • Startups
  • Government Agencies
  • Nonprofit Organizations

Sponsor Contribution Options:

Sponsor Type Recommended Support Notes
For-Profit - Medium Company
1 Project - $3000

2 Projects - $5000

3 Projects - $6000
100 - 1500 Employees
For-Profit - Large Company
1 Project - $5000

2 Projects - $8000

3 Projects - $9000
1500+ Employees
Small / Non-Profit Company
Free of Cost
<100 Employees

What We Ask of Sponsors:

  • Clearly defined project need
  • Primary point-of-contact for communication
  • Willingness to meet periodically for feedback
  • Support with logistics (onsite visits, data access, etc.)