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Industry Fellowship

The C4IS Fellowship Program is a 6-month, high-intensity experience that combines hands-on projects, expert mentorship, and applied research to prepare students for real-world industry careers and innovation. 

Preliminary Track Overview

Choose a focus area aligned with your interests and career goals. 

Deep Learning For Computer Vision

Master the fundamentals of Deep Learning. Build and deploy AI/DL models for visual inspection, robotics, and automation using NVIDIA Jetson/Orin and different deep learning frameworks. 

Digital Product Design & Simulation

3D modeling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to create, test, and optimize products virtually before physical manufacturing. 

Cybersecurity & Cognitive Security

Protection of digital systems, networks, and industrial operations using both traditional defense mechanisms and AI-driven threat intelligence to predict and neutralize attacks. 

Digital Twin Engineering

Developing data-driven virtual replicas of physical systems to bridge the physical and digital worlds, enabling predictive maintenance, process optimization, and smarter decision-making across industries. 

Augmented Reality (AR) for Industrial Operations

Building AR applications for maintenance, remote assistance, and quality inspection. Learn to deploy to devices like Microsoft HoloLens, Meta Quest, or ARKit-based iPads. 

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems

Master Siemens Teamcenter for data management, version control, and product workflows. Also learn configuration, customization, and user experience adaption for enterprise-scale deployments. 

Industrial IoT & Edge Integration

Learn Telit DeviceWise and MQTT/OPC UA for industrial connectivity and automation. Build IoT dashboards integrating real-time equipment and process data. 

Experiential Learning Loop

A hands-on cycle where students learn, design, test, and apply real-world solutions. 

classroom
Classroom Instruction
Industry-Aligned Curriculum.
problem disovery
Problem Discovery
Industry or community challenge statements.
pitches
Reverse Pitches
Companies present real problems for students to solve.
design
Solution Design
Human-centered design sprints & innovation labs.
prototype
Prototype & Test
Access to labs, robotics, control systems and simulation environments..
deploy
Deploy & Measure
Use real-world data and feedback.

Get Started Today!

step 1

Click "apply now" and submit your resume, academic transcript (unofficial acceptable), and a short statement of interest explaining why you want to join the Fellowship and which track best fits your goals. 

step 2

Candidates will be invited for a brief interview or virtual assessment with the Fellowship review team. This step evaluates your technical curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and commitment to completing an intensive 6-month experience. 

step 3

Once selected, complete your registration and attend the Fellowship Orientation. You’ll join a multidisciplinary cohort of innovators, receive your track assignment (e.g., AI, Simulation, Cybersecurity, or Digital Twin), and begin your journey of learning, building, and showcasing industry-ready solutions.