Top reasons why students join our team:
1) Looking to gain both technical and interpersonal skills that will help them stand out when applying for internships, full-time jobs, and graduate school.
2) Desire to learn about the cutting-edge technologies that are used to design, build, and race electric vehicles.
3) Passion for renewable energy and sustainable technologies.
4) Wanting to go beyond what can be done as an individual working on a project and contribute to something bigger.
5) Interested in getting hands-on experience working on a car.
6) Getting to socialize and network with other students.
7) The opportunity to race the car across the United States and the Australian Outback.
All of the above are just some of the many great experiences that students are able to have as part of their involvement with the team. No prior experience is necessary, but is certainly welcomed. We are looking for students who are interested in learning what it takes to design, build, finance, and market a competitive solar car. Send us an email at svp@umn.edu to learn more about the team and how to join!