Become our partner
The School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks joins forces with the manufacturing industry on mutually beneficial partnerships.
Make an impact
How can you partner with us?
1. Sponsor a capstone project
Our industry partners present students with real-world capstone projects, giving them the opportunity to tackle practical challenges over the course of a semester. These projects help businesses find innovative solutions while equipping students with valuable career skills. Partners support students by providing mentorship throughout the project, encouraging creative problem solving. They also have opportunities to recruit top manufacturing and engineering talent during the semester and at the final showcase event.
Learn more about eProjects at ASU.
2. Research with us
Collaborate with our faculty and students on research opportunities to develop solutions tailored to your business needs. Leverage the resources of our Manufacturing, Automation and Data Engineering Science and Technology Center, or MADE STC, which houses state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies. At MADE STC, we drive research innovation, support entrepreneurship and facilitate technology transfer to strengthen manufacturing competitiveness.
3. Provide cooperative educational experiences
Industry partners enhance our academic curriculum by integrating real-world insights, making our programs more valuable for students. They can provide internship or externship pipelines, sponsor student organization activities, or support workshops and guest lectures. These opportunities give students practical experience and prepare them for careers in manufacturing and engineering. Partnering with us also helps businesses build a pipeline of well-prepared, career-ready talent.
4. Mentorships
Our students are enthusiastic about gaining insights from your industry experience and perspectives. You can engage by becoming a mentor or participating in our seminar series. By sharing your professional journey, career advice and the principles that have guided your success, you can provide invaluable guidance. Your contributions help prepare our students to enter the workforce with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their careers.
Get in touch
If you are interested in learning more about the research taking place in the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks, contact Robert (Bob) Olson:
If you are interested in supporting our school through scholarships, contact Jennifer Williams:
If you are interested in learning more about capstone projects, contact Tony Libera:
Anthony Libera
Associate Director, Business Development
Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering
Partnerships in action
Capstone project sponsored by Lallemand Baking
Students in the School of Manufacturing Systems and Networks and The Polytechnic School were tasked with determining if cooling towers are an effective alternative to mechanical chillers, a switch that could reduce Lallemand’s utility costs by up to $800,000 annually.
Research collaboration with PADT, Inc.
PADT Inc., a leading provider of numerical simulation, product development and 3D printing products is working with ASU manufacturing faculty to develop new technologies to keep up with their new manufacturing demands.
Honeywell guest lectures
Doug Bingham, senior director of manufacturing technology for Honeywell and guest lecturer, discusses additive manufacturing concepts with a class of engineering students. Read more to learn how this partnership benefited Fulton Schools students and Honeywell.