Become a Sponsor
Formula Slug is dedicated to empowering the next generation of engineers by providing hands-on experience through the design and development of electric vehicles as part of the Formula SAE competition. By sponsoring our team, you're directly contributing to hands-on engineering experience to the largest engineering club at UC Santa Cruz.
Why Partner With Us?
Brand Visibility
Your logo prominently displayed on our Formula SAE Electric vehicle, team apparel, and digital platforms. Your company will gain exposure and visibility within the UC Santa Cruz community.
Recruiting Pipeline
Direct access to UC Santa Cruz's top engineering talent across Electrical, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering disciplines. Formula Slug alumni have gone on to work full-time at companies like Tesla, Apple, Zero Motorcycles and Joby Aviation. Our 150+ members represent motivated, hands-on problem solvers with real-world project experience in electric vehicle technology.
Technical Collaboration
Opportunities for joint research projects, product testing, and prototype development. Our multidisciplinary teams work on cutting-edge EV technology including battery management, motor control, composite materials, and autonomous systems, which are perfect for industry partnerships.
Community Impact
Support hands-on STEM education at UC Santa Cruz, one of California's premier research universities. Your sponsorship directly enables experiential learning that bridges academic theory with real-world engineering challenges.
Make A Difference
FUNDING
The team depends on sponsor funding to purchase the materials and components required to build our car.
RESOURCES
In-kind donations such as parts and services give us the resources to turn our project into reality.
GUIDANCE
Working with unexplored technology creates challenges. The years of industry experience help us shape the engineers of the future.
By the Numbers
Ready to Partner With Us?
Check out our sponsorship packet, which includes gold, silver, and bronze sponsorship tiers.
Interested in a custom sponsorship package? Reach out to discuss opportunities tailored to your organization.