proto-forge.

Prototyping with
student engineers

A UCalgary program connecting Canadian innovators with student teams and faculty mentors.

Bring a projectJoin an engineering team
Concept illustration of a robotic gripper holding an orange cube.
Concept visual
4–5Planned project teams
8 weeksWinter build + a midterm break
IN PARTNERSHIP WITHHunter HubUniversity of Calgary

How to take part

FOR INNOVATORS ACROSS CANADA

Project proposals

Work with a student team to explore a proof of concept and plan what comes next.

Propose a project
FOR UCALGARY ENGINEERING STUDENTS

Engineering teams

Gain design and testing experience on a team project for your portfolio.

Apply to join a team

Program timeline

  1. 01

    Team matching

    We select projects, then match students by interests and skills.

  2. 02

    Project preparation

    From November, teams refine the scope, gather resources and meet their mentor.

  3. 03

    Winter build

    Eight active Winter weeks of prototyping, weekly check-ins and a final demonstration.

Team

FAQs

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Who can apply?

Project ideas are welcome from across Canada. Student team members must attend UCalgary. Each project needs its own willing UCalgary faculty mentor.

Do I need experience?

Innovators need a clear problem and a realistic prototype idea. Students need curiosity, reliability and a willingness to learn.

How do I apply?

Open the Google Form on either recruitment page and submit your application. Your responses go directly to Proto-Forge.

Apply to Proto-Forge

Bring a projectJoin an engineering team