Our program creates mutually beneficial relationships between Northern Michigan University students and entrepreneurs, preparing our student team for employment after graduation through hands-on client projects.

Invent@NMU students benefit from one on one mentorship with professionals and leaders at Innovate Marquette SmartZone, a local non-profit economic development organization. Our clients benefit from their robust list of resources and innovative partners as well as entrepreneurial expertise. Innovate Marquette is one of 21 SmartZone’s around the state, you can learn more about Innovate Marquette here.