Student Leadership & Scholarships

Join the Lassonde Team as a Student Leader

Thousands of Dollars in Scholarships and Many Opportunities Are Available

Browse our student leadership and scholarship opportunities below, then apply to everything that interests you! All incoming and current University of Utah students are welcome to apply. All Lassonde Institute programs are run by students for students. Becoming a Lassonde student leader is a great way to learn and practice your entrepreneurial skills. Opportunities include being a leader for networking programs, skills and mentorship programs, competitions and more. Time commitments vary by position and program. Student leadership scholarships range from $500-$10,000. Application deadlines and requirements vary by program. Learn more below.

For All Students

Most Opportunities Become a Lassonde Student Chair, Director or Associate

Student leaders organize events and programs that help university students from across campus learn and practice the entrepreneurial mindset. Become a student leader to grow your skills while also enriching the education of your fellow students. All students at the University of Utah are encouraged to apply. Join the team and get involved with our community by leading it. Learn more by browsing our program directory.

We have student leadership roles for many programs including:

 
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Become a Lassonde Founder

Join our select community of active undergraduate entrepreneurs who live, create, and launch together at Lassonde Studios while receiving support, mentorship, and scholarships. Lassonde Founders work together in teams throughout their college experience to find, identify, and creatively solve problems through entrepreneurship.

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Join the Lassonde Marketing and Communications Team

We are always looking for writers, editors, photographers, videographers, designers and more. Positions range from paid freelance opportunities to year-long scholarships. We want people with leadership skills and creative know-how to help grow the Lassonde community.

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Become a Lassonde Studios Desk Assistant

Are you looking for a fun, team-oriented part-time job on campus? As a Lassonde Studios Desk Assistant, you’ll join a great team of students who help all guests of Lassonde Studios with their questions, provide 24/7 support to residents, and execute the Housing & Residential Education values in service, respect, integrity, positive attitude and team. If interested, apply through Housing & Residential Education.

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For Graduate Students

Featured Become an Associate in the Lassonde New Venture Development Program

The Lassonde New Venture Development Center provides an opportunity for graduate students to work side-by-side with faculty inventors, giving them with business advice and strategic planning to bring their product into the marketplace. Over the course of the year-long program, student associates engage with campus resources and business professionals while building a lasting professional network. The program is open to graduate students from any major at the U.

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For Lassonde Studios Residents

Become a Residential Advisor (RA) at Lassonde Studios

Live at Lassonde Students and help guide activities and programs throughout the residential facility. Students interested must first apply through the University of Utah’s Housing & Residential Education Department. Follow the link below to apply.

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