Become part of Rice’s inaugural solar challenge team.
Help build Carrera and the program that takes it to the track. From engineering and software to business, operations, and media, there’s more than one way to contribute.
Open to current Rice undergraduate and graduate students. Members can explore opportunities across whichever subteam they would like and be assigned tasks by team leads. Member applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Check back here for the application form.
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Lead applications
Help lead one of our team projects alongside existing leads and help coordinate projects between other members. Available opportunities and descriptions available on the application form. Lead applications are due .
Check back here for the application form.
To be announced soon
Driver & Race Team
Driver and Race Team applications are coming in December for members who will attend the race and represent Rice on the international stage. Check back here for application links and role details.
Driver applications Coming in DecemberRace Team applications Coming in December
Rice undergraduate and graduate students across all majors are welcome. Engineering, business, operations, media, and marketing all contribute to the program.
Do I need experience with cars or engineering?
No prior solar car experience is needed to apply as a member. Bring curiosity, a willingness to learn, and an interest in contributing.
How much time should I expect to commit?
Expect 1-2 weekly team meetings and time to work on projects. Membership commitments are flexible, and you’ll get out as much as you put in. Connect with a team lead or contact us to discuss projects that fit your goals.
What if I’m not sure which team to join?
Fill out the member application to view in-depth descriptions of each team. You’ll mark which subteams interest you, but members can explore opportunities in any subteam and be assigned projects by leads subject to availability.
What happens after I apply?
The team will follow up to provide onboarding information. Attend your first subteam meeting to ask any questions and get started! All-team general body meetings occur once a month and are a good way to get caught up.
Leads will receive a decision on their application by .