Innovate-A-thon Sprints
Innovation requires more than strong technical skills and knowledge. It requires a mindset,
confidence, and courage to generate new ideas, collaborate, and recognize views from all team
members. Innovate-A-thon (IAT) provides a unique opportunity for university students to
develop these characteristics and solve real world problems, while receiving a scholarship and
growing their professional networks and career opportunities.
Our unique internship program is in the form of a three-week innovation sprint:
Students from any U.S. university can apply to participate and create viable solutions for topics such as advanced recycling and sustainability, regenerative agriculture, resource effective prosthetics for developing regions, rechargeable battery adoption, 3-D printed custom footwear, pedestrian safety, and much more.
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All students receive a modest scholarship, substantially boost their professional networks and career options, and – importantly – gain essential confidence and courage to collaboratively innovate
IAT Sprint
IAT Topics
In each sprint, 9-15 students work in teams of 3-5 to separately address the problem statement, innovate a solution, and illustrate technical and economic viability.
Topics are selected based on quarterly nationwide nominations and votes—all stakeholders have a say in topic selection! IATs are sponsored by industry and organizations with an interest in the topic. If a particular company or organization would like to sponsor an entire IAT sprint, they can designate a topic!
How to get involved in our sprints!
Students
Students interested in applying can do so through Handshake.
Industry professionals
Industry members and organizations interested in sponsoring, mentoring, or providing subjectmatter expertise, can connect with us at sherry@ed2s.org.
Innovation Talent Recruitment and Career Fairs
IAT is university recruiters’ and students’ talent and recruitment headquarters!
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What makes our recruiting and career events unique and effective? We bring the best and
remove the most challenging aspects of virtual and in person events! Our robust online
platform allows recruiters and candidates to meet in general session, as well as small groups,
and one-on-one—from any location. Because we solicit university candidates and prescreen
them—recruiters’ and students’ time in our event will be spent in topic specific one day events including general sessions, group interview, and private interview spaces.
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One day events are topic specific. All students are prescreened—so everyone in the virtual
room is ready to be there. We welcome 30 students and 20 recruiters per event.
Sponsorships for events range from $600-$4,000—and we provide a money back guarantee. If you aren’t impressed with the talent we bring, we will refund your sponsorship. We would love
to talk with potential sponsors about the benefits provided at every level. Please contact us at
sherry@ed2s.org.
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Students interested in participating in Innovate-A-thon can apply through Handshake, or
directly via email at steven@ed2s.org.
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All proceeds from Innovation Talent Recruitment and Career Fairs directly benefit Innovate-A-thon Innovation sprints.
Online Course Series
As we continue to grow and prepare participating students for innovative explorations, we are creating a series of mini courses that are available and free to all. These are mini courses—definitions and key points for consideration for those engaging in innovation.
IAT Discussions
Join us for our weekly podcast, where we dive into the world of innovation, entrepreneurship, industry, leadership, and problem-solving. In each episode, we feature mentors, students, and innovators who are shaping the future across various fields, from sustainability and advanced medical devices to prosthetics and beyond. Through engaging conversations, we explore cutting-edge tools, team dynamics, and strategies that are enabling the next generation to create meaningful change. Tune in for insightful discussions, some jokes, and plenty of inspiration from those driving innovation forward.
Innovate-A-thon Info Open Webinar
Curious about how students are turning bold ideas into real-world solutions?
Watch the recording of our May 6th Innovate-A-Thon® webinar to learn how this program equips students with hands-on innovation skills, industry connections, and scholarship opportunities.
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Whether you're a student, educator, or just passionate about health innovation, this session offers a behind-the-scenes look at how we're building the next generation of biomedical changemakers.
Catch Up on Recent Episodes
IAT Discussion Episode 14
IAT Discussion Episode 12
IAT Discussion Episode 13
IAT Discussion Episode 11
