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Grad and Undergrad Students…Step Up to the Challenge!
Join the ATMAE Case Competition!
Bridging Engineering, Technology, and Leadership
November 18–20, 2026 | New Orleans, Louisiana | Live at the ATMAE Annual Conference
Are you a grad or undergrad student who is ready to take on a real-world challenge? The ATMAE Case Competition is your chance to work with a team, solve a practical problem, and show off your leadership, technology, and problem-solving skills—just like in the workplace.
This competition is a great way to:
- Gain valuable, hands-on experience
- Strengthen your resume
- Build confidence and career-ready skills
Whether you’re studying technology, management, applied engineering, or other related disciplines, this competition is designed for you. It’s your opportunity to take classroom knowledge and apply it in a meaningful, team-based project.
Students will collaborate with their team to develop actionable solutions to an industry-defined problem involving technology management, leadership strategy, and engineering innovation.
Students—step up, stand out, and sign up today!
Interested in Sponsoring either the Grad or Undergrad Student Case Competition?
Organizations are invited to support the ATMAE Student Case Competition by providing a real-world case and/or funding to help make this event a success. For more information, please contact us.
* * * * EXAMPLE CASE * * * *
Smart Manufacturing and Workforce Leadership
Case Prompt:
“A mid-sized manufacturing firm specializing in automated robotics integration for warehouse logistics is facing increasing labor shortages, rising automation costs, and regulatory changes in workplace safety. The company is exploring how to integrate smart manufacturing solutions while maintaining workforce stability and training employees for advanced roles. Your team must develop a strategic recommendation that balances technological implementation, financial feasibility, and workforce leadership considerations.”
Students will be expected to provide:
- Technical Feasibility Analysis – Engineers and tech students assess potential solutions for automation and smart manufacturing.
- Business & Financial Viability – Management students analyze return on investment and implementation costs.
- Workforce Leadership Plan – Teams must outline a plan for employee reskilling, job security, and leadership development in an evolving industry.
This case will challenge teams to consider the balance between technology-driven efficiency and human capital investment, requiring a multi-disciplinary approach to problem-solving.
📅 Key Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Registration Deadline | October 30, 2026 |
| Case Release | November 16, 2026 @ 8:00 am CST |
| Team Reports Due | November 18, 2026 @ 12:00 pm CST |
| Team Presentations | November 18, 2026 @ Undergrad 1:00-3:00 pm CST and Grad 3:30-5:30 pm CST |
| Awards Ceremony | November 20, 2026 @ 10:00 am CST |
Pre-Conference: Registration, Case Release & Team Preparation
At the Conference: Team Presentations, Judging, and Awards
Participant Eligibility & Team Requirements
Disclaimer
The ATMAE Case Competition is subject to change or cancellation based on team registration, availability of resources, or other unforeseen circumstances. ATMAE reserves the right to modify competition details, timelines, eligibility requirements, judging criteria, or to cancel the competition entirely at its sole discretion and without prior notice.
Participation in the competition does not guarantee awards, recognition, or future opportunities. By registering, participants acknowledge and accept these terms.
For questions or updates, please contact admin@ATMAE.org.