Build the Future of Mobility With Us
Join the Penn State Advanced Vehicle Team and gain hands-on experience developing intelligent and sustainable vehicles.
Learn, Build, and Innovate
Apply classroom knowledge to real-world automotive challenges while working alongside students from different disciplines.
Hands-On Engineering
Participate in vehicle design, development, integration, and testing through practical projects.
Technical Experience
Explore autonomous driving, perception, controls, electrification, software, and hardware.
Multidisciplinary Teamwork
Collaborate with students in engineering, computer science, business, and other disciplines.
Professional Development
Develop technical, leadership, communication, and project management skills through experience.
Everyone Is Welcome
AVT welcomes Penn State students from all majors and experience levels. Whether you are interested in engineering, autonomous vehicles, software, business, or project management, there are opportunities to get involved.
You do not need previous automotive experience to attend a meeting, meet our members, and explore the team.
Come Meet Us
Attend a team meeting to learn about AVT, meet current members, and explore projects.
When
Monday and Wednesday
6:00 PM – 8:00 PMWhere
Energy and the Environment Laboratory (EEL)
Penn State University ParkWho
Penn State students interested in joining AVT
All experience levels welcomeWhere We Meet
Our team meets at the Energy and the Environment Laboratory on the Penn State University Park campus.
How to Join AVT
Getting involved is simple. Start by attending a meeting and exploring projects that interest you.
Attend a Meeting
Visit a team meeting to learn about AVT and our current work.
Explore Subteams
Discover opportunities in software, hardware, CAV, propulsion, safety, testing, and project management.
Meet Team Members
Talk with student leaders and find an area that matches your interests.
Start Contributing
Join practical projects and develop your technical and teamwork skills.
Have Questions Before Joining?
Meet our faculty advisors, student leaders, and the people behind AVT.
Your AVT Journey Starts Here
Join us at a team meeting and discover how you can help shape the future of mobility.