Student Opportunities
Have a bold idea or want to explore the edge of emerging tech? The UW Tech Exploration Lab is your launchpad for experimentation, invention, and entrepreneurial learning—powered by real-world insights from alumni and industry professionals.
Located at 1403 University, the Lab is open to students from all disciplines—engineering, business, design, computer science, communications, and beyond. Whether you’re developing your own idea or working on a challenge provided by our alumni and industry partners, the Lab offers space, tools, and mentorship to help you turn curiosity into action.
- Collaborate with alumni and industry mentors who bring real problems and fresh insights
- Work with passionate, cross-disciplinary student teams to explore and build ideas
- Prototype with emerging technologies like AI, IoT, Blockchain, VR/AR, and robotics
- Take advantage of the Lab’s support for platforms, subscriptions and tools to take your idea to the next stage
- Grow your entrepreneurial mindset in a low-risk, high-reward environment
- Understand real market needs and innovation pathways through direct engagement
How to Get Involved
Drop-in for Thursday Open Labs: In Fall 2025, we hold Open Labs from 3:00-6:00 on Mondays and Thursdays at 1403 University Ave. (starting on September 15), Come by just to say hello, meet some people, or just hang out and work on projects together.
Stay Connected: Join our discord server for open calls for events or to join projects and follow the Lab on Instagram and LinkedIn, and subscribe to our general email list for general updates.
Calendar: Check this calendar for events that are coming up! You can also subscribe to this calendar by following these steps.
Learn More: Attend our Spring Kickoff in early February 2026.