Join Founders
Verbinden.
An institutional community for students who want to build functional software, explore venture hypotheses, and develop genuine technical depth.
Why join our community?
- Ship production software in collaborative cells
- Conduct rigorous venture due diligence
- Facilitate technical campus laboratories
- Direct large-scale industry symposiums
Why Join
Most university computing experiences are limited to toy assignments and passive lectures. Founders Verbinden provides a hands-on alternative.
We are a collaborative environment where students take true ownership of production code, direct campus-wide symposiums, and test commercial prototypes with real users. By joining, you enter a peer group of motivated builders. You will learn how modern engineering stacks run in production, how to conduct rigorous peer code reviews, and how to operate within a structured, accountable technical team.
Core Departments
Select one primary department that aligns with your skills and professional goals during the application process.
Technical & Systems Engineering
Frontend, Backend, Distributed Systems, ML EngineeringAI Research Labs, Hackathon Infrastructure, Open Source Platforms & Code Reviews
Entrepreneurship & Ventures
Venture Associates, Pitch Mentors, Founder LiaisonsVenture Sprints, Investor Pitch Clinics, Campus Startup Due Diligence & Commercial Moats
Operations & Event Execution
Event Operations Leads, Stage Managers, Logistics CoordinatorsCampus Auditorium Symposiums, Speaker Logistics, Registration Engines & Safety
Outreach & Communications
Partnership Leads, Editorial Writers, Visual DocumentariansCross-campus Collaborations, Industry Fellowships, Sponsor Alignment & Media
Leadership Growth Path
Leadership in Founders Verbinden is earned organically through technical contributions, mentorship, and peer respect.
01. Member
Join hands-on technical workshops, participate in buildathons, and contribute to first project cells.
02. Specialist
Own specific system components, participate in peer code reviews, and co-facilitate cohort sessions.
03. Coordinator
Direct laboratory tracks, lead hackathon technical infrastructure, and coordinate department activities.
04. Council & Lead
Set organizational strategy, maintain faculty and university relations, and steward institutional resources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application or membership fee?
No. Founders Verbinden is an institutional student organization; participation is 100% free for all enrolled university students.
Do I need prior advanced experience to apply?
No. We look for curiosity, consistency, and willingness to build. Beginner students with genuine commitment regularly grow into technical coordinators.
How much time commitment is expected?
Active members typically dedicate 4–6 hours per week attending workshops, code sprints, or operational meetings.
When are applications reviewed?
Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis by the Executive Council at the beginning of each academic semester.