Fuel hands-on engineering
Fund the tools, components, travel, and lab access that turn classroom concepts into functioning systems.
Industry partnership program
Invest in the engineers who will build what’s next.
Partner with IEEE at USF to support student-led engineering, connect with emerging talent, and put your organization beside projects that move from whiteboard to working prototype.
Why partner with us
A partnership with visible, practical impact
Help students gain the experience employers value while building a direct connection to USF engineering talent.
Meet emerging talent
Engage motivated students through workshops, tech talks, recruiting opportunities, and project mentorship.
Build lasting visibility
Place your brand alongside student programs, competition teams, merchandise, events, and chapter communications.
Where support goes
Back real projects, not hypotheticals
Partnership levels
Choose the level that fits your goals
Fellow includes every Affiliate benefit, and Senior includes every Fellow benefit. Ask our fundraising team for the complete sponsor packet.
Affiliate Sponsor
Includes:
- Sponsor recognition on IEEE at USF social media platforms
- Logo placement on the website and promotional banner used at all major events and competitions
- End-of-year impact report highlighting outcomes, milestones, and other highlights from the year
- Acknowledgement at all major IEEE at USF events
Ideal for companies seeking campus visibility and student engagement
Fellow Sponsor
Includes all Affiliate benefits, plus:
- Company logo featured on IEEE at USF merchandise
- Exclusive access to post in the member-only job forum
- Logo placement on the IEEE at USF SoutheastCon competition robot
Ideal for companies interested in recruiting and connecting with engineering students
Senior Sponsor
Includes all Fellow benefits, plus:
- Complimentary tabling space at an IEEE at USF networking or professional development event
- Company banner displayed in the IEEE at USF lab
- “Sponsored by” naming rights for a technical or professional development event of choice
- Access to the IEEE at USF curated member resume portal
Ideal for organizations seeking maximum visibility and long-term partnership with IEEE at USF
More ways to contribute
Support can take more than one form.
We welcome in-kind equipment, software access, technical talks, professional development sessions, and competition support.
- Lab equipmentTest equipment, soldering stations, and fabrication supplies
- HardwarePCBs, sensors, motors, batteries, and robotics components
- Student travelRegistration, lodging, transportation, and competition logistics
Let’s build a partnership
Put your support behind student engineering.
Tell us what your organization cares about. We’ll help shape a partnership around your goals and our students’ needs.