FAQ

Do I need any experience or technical background to join?

Nope! We welcome everyone to build and learn together—no matter if you are a freshman or a graduate student; majoring in economics or engineering. Come check us out!

What is the time commitment?

We are flexible: commit as much as you are willing and able to. Generally, members commit around 2-4 hours a week but we definitely understand that throughout the semester, priorities and workload could change.

When does the team recruit? How do I become a member?

We recruit all year round! Just join our mailing list to get periodic updates on team activity or send us an email to get added to our Slack channel if you're interested in contributing to the team as a member. Feel free to send us an email if you want to learn more about the projects we do or have any questions.

Is the team active during the summer?

Yes we are! We are less active than during the Fall/Winter semesters but we typically do have some projects for members to work on throughout the summer.

Can I earn credit through UM::Autonomy?

Yes! Starting your second semester of involvement in our project team, the work you do can be counted towards MDP Academic Credit. Read more about MDP here: https://mdp.engin.umich.edu

Are there any fees to join?

Nope. Nada. $0. Our team obtains materials and equipment from the generous support of the college, industry sponsors, alumni and friends. View the list of our sponsors here: https://umautonomy.com/sponsors

How do I support the team?

Send us an email at umautonomy@umich.edu! Some ways you can support the team include providing funding, mentorship, materials or equipment. We greatly appreciate any support our team gets.