Project Escalion

Advancing game development through hands-on projects, technical workshops, collaborative builds, and research-oriented exploration

Project Escalion is a graduate student–led initiative dedicated to advancing game development as a rigorous technical discipline. The club explores the foundations of interactive systems by building games from the ground up — ranging from custom engines to fully realized interactive experiences — with a strong emphasis on low-level programming, systems design, and research-driven development.

Recognizing a gap in graduate-focused game development spaces, Project Escalion provides an environment where students across disciplines, including software engineering, computer engineering, artificial intelligence, and product management, can apply their skills to game development and explore it as a viable career pathway. The club welcomes students interested in both the technical and creative dimensions of building complex interactive systems.

Through hands-on projects, technical workshops, collaborative builds, and research-oriented exploration, members gain experience in performance optimization, graphics programming, engine architecture, and system-level problem solving. The club also fosters connections with faculty, alumni, and industry professionals to bridge academic learning with real-world applications.

Project Escalion is committed to cultivating a collaborative and intellectually curious community where graduate students can deepen their technical expertise, experiment with innovative ideas, and contribute to the evolving landscape of game development.

Process to join

Open; no application required

Club details

Location

Boston

Degree level

Graduate students

Advisor

Cailyn Ellard

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Google Developer Group

Building strong connections between student and industry

The Google Technologies Graduate Club is a student-led community for graduate students passionate about software development, emerging technologies, and innovation within the Google ecosystem. The club brings together technologists, developers, and researchers to explore tools and platforms such as Google Cloud, Android, Firebase, TensorFlow, and other cutting-edge technologies through peer learning, hands-on experimentation, and collaborative projects.

A core goal of the club is to build strong connections between students and industry. Through collaboration with Google Developer Group (GDG) Boston, the club aims to host technical workshops, talks, and networking events that connect members with industry professionals and experienced practitioners. These events are designed to help students deepen their technical skills, stay current with the latest industry trends, and gain practical insights into real-world applications of Google technologies—supporting both professional growth and career readiness.

Process to join

Open; no application required

Club details

Location

Boston

Degree level

Graduate students

Advisor

Cailyn Ellard

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Phi Sigma Rho

Together we build the future

Phi Sigma Rho was founded with the vision of becoming the leading social sorority for women in engineering and engineering technology and to foster lifelong friendships, scholarship, and encouragement among its members. Our mission is to redefine sorority life through the engineering pillars of connecting through an inherent spirit, uniting by a common goal, and being energized by leading dynamic lives.

Built on the pillars of friendship, scholarship, and encouragement, Phi Sigma Rho unites individuals in engineering through shared values, lifelong bonds, and a commitment to excellence. Our sisterhood empowers members to achieve academic and professional success while providing unwavering support and inspiration through every challenge and triumph. Together, we cultivate a vibrant community of strength, growth, and connection that endures far beyond college.

Process to join

At the beginning of every semester, we host a series of recruitment events open to women and nonbinary individuals in STEM. These include an information session, two engaging weeknight events, and a special Saturday event. Following these, we will have invite-only events that offer a deeper look into our community and the values that make our organization unique.

Club details

Location

Boston

Degree level

Undergraduate students

Advisor

Abby Sylvester

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NU Launch Labs

Developing real-world projects that address campus and community needs while fostering collaboration and professional growth

NU Launch Labs bring together students of all backgrounds, skill levels, and academic disciplines to develop real-world projects that address campus and community needs. NU Launch Labs believes in fostering collaboration, supporting professional growth, and helping members showcase the skills they gain at Northeastern. Students will create portfolio-ready projects, strengthen teamwork abilities, and explore opportunities that may lead to innovative startups.

As well, many interns, new hires, and even early career professionals struggle to adapt to the communication, collaboration, and accountability expected in corporate environments. NU Launch Labs aims to bridge this gap between how students collaborate on school projects and how teams operate in the professional world.

Disclaimer: If you are an F-1 or J-1 international student, please consult with the Office of Global Services to determine if an opportunity sourced by NU Launch Labs would require approval for employment authorization.

Process to join

Open; no application required

Club details

Location

Boston

Degree level

Graduate and undergraduate students

Advisor

Cailyn Ellard

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AWS Cloud Club

Fostering learning and experience with cloud technologies, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS)

The AWS Cloud Club is a student-led organization dedicated to fostering peer-to-peer learning and hands-on experience with cloud technologies, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Our mission is to help students get an idea about AWS Services in the field of artificial intelligence, cloud computing and building out-of-the-box projects on AWS Cloud.

We aim to organize sessions, workshops to familiarize students with the AWS Cloud and also bring experts from AWS and Amazon on site to have guest lectures.

Process to join

Open; no application required

Club details

Location

Boston

Degree level

Graduate students

Advisor

Cailyn Ellard

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