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Real-World Experience. Real Business Impact. Real Career Readiness

The Crimson Projects program places students directly into project environments where they collaborate with industry professionals, work with modern technologies, apply artificial intelligence tools, and deliver meaningful outcomes for organizations.
This unique learning experience bridges the gap between academic theory and professional practice while helping students prepare for successful careers and providing companies access to talented students, fresh perspectives, emerging AI capabilities, and project outcomes that can accelerate innovation.
Students
Students
Work on meaningful projects, learn how AI is impacting industries, and build your network while developing career-ready skills that will open up more employment opportunities.
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Mentoring Companies
Access emerging talent, explore innovation opportunities, provide meaningful professional development for your team, test and build AI-enabled workflows and create meaningful outcomes for your organizations and the students you mentor.
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Student Benefits
Student Benefits
Gain Experience Before Graduation
Learn AI Skills in a Practical Setting
Build a Professional Portfolio
Develop Professional Skills
Expand Professional Networks
Understand Industry Expectations
Company Benefits
Company Benefits
Access Exceptional Talent
Explore Emerging AI Capabilities
Accelerate Strategic Projects
Strengthen Recruiting Pipelines
Enhance Employee Development
Strengthen University Relationships

Project Disciplines

Crimson Projects integrates AI into every project experience. Students learn how to combine their academic expertise with modern AI technologies to achieve outcomes that would otherwise require significantly more time and resources.

  • Students learn how data drives decision-making while utilizing AI tools to accelerate analysis and improve insights.

    Projects may include:

    • Business intelligence dashboards
    • Predictive analytics
    • KPI development
    • Market analysis
    • Customer analytics
    • Data visualization
    • Reporting automation
    • AI-assisted data interpretation

     

  • Students gain experience managing the infrastructure required for modern data-driven organizations.

    Projects may include:

    • Data pipelines
    • Data integration
    • ETL processes
    • Data architecture
    • Cloud-based data platforms
    • Data governance
    • AI-ready data preparation
    • Automation workflows

     

  • Students experience modern development environments while utilizing AI-assisted coding and software development practices.

    Projects may include:

    • Web applications
    • Mobile applications
    • API integrations
    • Cloud solutions
    • Automation systems
    • AI-enhanced applications
    • Workflow platforms
    • User experience improvements

     

  • Students gain exposure to one of the most important and rapidly growing business disciplines.

    Projects may include:

    • Market research
    • Product strategy
    • Requirements gathering
    • Customer discovery
    • Roadmap planning
    • Competitive analysis
    • Product analytics
    • AI-enabled product innovation

     

  • Students learn how financial decision-making supports organizational success while utilizing emerging AI tools within modern finance functions.

    Projects may include:

    • Financial analysis
    • Business modeling
    • Forecasting
    • Budget planning
    • Cost optimization
    • Financial reporting
    • Investment analysis
    • AI-enhanced financial workflows

     

Why Crimson Projects Matter Today

The workforce is changing rapidly. Organizations increasingly expect graduates to possess more than academic knowledge.

Employers seek candidates who can:

  • Solve real business problems
  • Work effectively in teams
  • Communicate professionally
  • Navigate ambiguity
  • Deliver measurable outcomes
  • Use modern technologies
  • Incorporate Artificial Intelligence into daily work

Students who have only classroom experience often struggle to demonstrate these capabilities. Crimson Projects closes that gap.

Participants gain practical experience operating in environments that closely resemble professional workplaces while working on projects sponsored by actual organizations. Students learn how business decisions are made, how teams collaborate, how projects are managed, and how AI can dramatically increase productivity and effectiveness.

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  • Pretend - Creatives at University of Utah - Crimson Projects September 1, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 03/01/2027 Company OverviewPretend is a creative production platform that enables brands to outsource content creation. Its core offering includes Graphic Design, Motion Design, AI-Generated Content, and Video Editing. The company currently has a platform where users can order content requests, give feedback, and pay, all in one […]
  • Premier Spike - New Product Market Research at University of Utah - Crimson Projects September 1, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 03/01/2027 Company OverviewPremier Spike is a premium roundnet equipment brand based in Lehi, UT, competing directly with Spikeball and serving as the exclusive equipment provider of the 2026 Roundnet World Championship in France. The company sells primarily direct-to-consumer, along with Amazon and select wholesale/distribution channels across the […]
  • OPTIMA - Player Analytics Cont at University of Utah - Crimson Projects September 1, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 03/01/2027 Company OverviewOptima Sports Group accurately predicts athletic performance in professional and amateur sports. After working with professional sports teams, agents and players for the past decade, Optima is taking their human performance theory models into College & High School football.Project DescriptionStudents on this team will sort […]
  • GetSetReply - Review Management Market and Competition Planning with AI at University of Utah - Crimson Projects September 1, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 03/01/2027 Company OverviewGetSetReply is an AI-powered review management platform built for small and medium businesses. It brings customer reviews from multiple platforms into one inbox, drafts personalized responses in the business’s voice, and provides analytics on ratings, sentiment, recurring customer themes, and competitor performance. GetSetReply also helps […]
  • ALovelyQuestion - Marriage Proposal App Market and Competition Planning with AI at University of Utah - Crimson Projects September 1, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 03/01/2027 Company OverviewALovelyQuestion helps people plan thoughtful, personalized marriage proposals without having to navigate every creative and logistical detail alone. The company helps turn a customer’s relationship story, partner preferences, budget, location, and vision into a clear proposal plan. Its goal is to reduce the uncertainty and […]
  • Capstone Project Mentor & Specialist Coach, Crimson Rise at Crimson Education August 21, 2026
    Employer: Crimson Education Expires: 09/20/2026 📣 Hi all,Crimson Rise is hiring — Field Expert Mentors & Specialist Coaches!Crimson Education is a Series C global EdTech startup, founded in 2013, with a bold vision: to transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow through personalized education and technology. With a presence in 28 countries and a […]
  • Break Free Candy - New Candy Bar Product Holiday Packaging Design with AI at University of Utah - Crimson Projects August 5, 2026
    Employer: University of Utah - Crimson Projects Expires: 02/05/2027 Company OverviewBreak Free Candy is a vegan candy company dedicated to creating ethical, allergen-friendly treats while building real opportunities for marginalized communities. We craft handmade candy bars that are dairy-free, egg-free, plant-based, and created with love. Our mission goes beyond sweets — we are committed to […]