The Penn State Center for Biodevices supports student learning and career development through hands-on academic experiences, including capstone design teams and industry internships that connect classroom knowledge with real-world innovation.
Microcredential Program
Gain hands-on experience in device design, robotics, prototyping, agriculture, sustainability, and translational engineering through stackable microcredentials that complement your degree.
Build Skills. Earn badges. Make an impact.
Choose your pathway:
Capstone Design Teams
The Center for Biodevices partners with the Penn State Engineering Capstone Program to provide access to a world-class team of Penn State faculty and engineering students who partner to develop tangible, ready-to-implement solutions for current problems industry partners face.
Spring 2026 Capstone Design Teams
Spring 2024 Capstone Design Teams
Lab to Industry Internships
Center for Biodevices students are connected with industry partners prepared with the technical foundations, professional skills, and lab experience to hit the ground running for successful external internships. Students provided with this training are ready to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world, industry application, ensuring they're ready to contribute meaningfully to partner organizations.