Apply to our Team
Thank you to everyone who applied! We're thrilled by the passion and enthusiasm you've shown. While our current recruitment season is now over, we encourage you to stay excited and ready to join us next year around the week of August 18. Stay tuned for more opportunities to make waves with CUAUV!
FAQs
What is CUAUV?
CUAUV is a student-led project team focused on designing, building, and programming autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). Each year we build a new vehicle and enter it in the annual RoboSub Competition!
What skills or background are required to join CUAUV?
CUAUV welcomes students from all backgrounds and skill levels. You do not need any experience to join the team, just enthusiasm. We have a comprehensive new member education program, which will teach you everything you need to know!
Do I need to be an engineering major to join?
Not at all! We have members spanning all majors and colleges across Cornell. The only requirement is that you are an undergraduate Cornell student, passionate about learning and building.
What's the recruitment process like?
Applicants may apply to multiple subteams. Typically, members of a subteam will conduct one or two 30 minute interviews with you. The interview will consist of behavioral and/or technical questions depending on the subteam. We primarily recruit in the Fall and generally follow the First-year/Transfer timeline due to our new member education process. The only exception is the Business subteam, which may recruit in the Spring.
What is the time commitment?
CUAUV members typically spend 6 to 12 hours a week working on the AUV, depending on time of year and role on the team. For an incoming member, the time commitment is lower. Once you begin taking AUV for credit, the overall workload translates to a 3 credit course.