A great perk of our Career Interest Groups:
Free Generator Memberships will be awarded to 15 eligible Interest Group members.
(That's a 10-month membership, plus 2 tool trainings on the rapid prototyping tools - up to a $1140 value!)
Details
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- be currently enrolled as an undergraduate at ¶¶Òõ̽̽ - and in good standing,
- have completed at least 1-year at ¶¶Òõ̽̽ - 1st year students may apply for the following year,
- have at least 18 credits outstanding - and plan to be in Burlington for the coming academic year,
- 18+ years old,
- a member of a Career Interest Group.
Accepted applicants will need to:
- agree to
- submit a (this will generate a reportable 1099 misc form you'll need to include in your taxes each calendar year your membership is active).
- Generator is a makerspace for up-skilling - beginners welcome! While you don't need expertise to get started, having a project in mind is helpful - taking advantage of the membership will require vision, time, and energy.
Timeline
- April 1, 2025, Application opens and runs until full
- September 16, 2025, Makerspace Orientation
- September 16-July 16, Member duration
Tool Training and Storage
Everything starts with training. Selected applicants get two (2) free trainings on the rapid prototyping tools. Following successful completion of the required orientation and tool trainings, members have access to those tools during Generator operating hours. Other tools such as those in the wood shop, metal shop, and jewelry studio may be used after a discounted fee-based training.
Students are responsible for their own supplies and storage.
Visit to learn more or tour their location @ 40 Sears Lane, right off of Pine Street in Burlington's vibrant South End.
Contact career@uvm.edu for questions.