Beyond The Competition - Episodes Tagged with “Sae International”

Women in Motorsports @ Baja SAE Carolina 2025

SAE International — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

In this special episode of the SAE Beyond the Competition Podcast, we spotlight an inspiring Women in Motorsports panel discussion held at the Baja SAE Carolina event.

Join us as a group of dynamic women share their experiences navigating the world of motorsports engineering, from breaking stereotypes and balancing team dynamics, to finding mentorship, tackling imposter syndrome, and leading innovations in vehicle design and leadership. Whether you’re a current competitor, alumni, or prospective team member, this panel offers valuable insight and encouragement for all genders working in STEM and motorsports fields.

🎧 Hear from passionate leaders, students, and professionals as they reflect on:
• The importance of representation and visibility
• Unique challenges faced by women in motorsports
• Advice for the next generation of female engineers and teammates
• How Baja SAE and similar programs have shaped their personal and professional growth

📍Recorded live at Baja SAE Carolina, this episode captures the energy, challenges, and triumphs of women paving the way in a competitive engineering landscape.

🔗 For more information on Baja SAE and upcoming events, visit https://bajasae.net

Baja SAE Carolina 2025 Know Before You Go

SAE International — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:30:00 -0400

Headed to Baja SAE Carolina 2025? This special Know Before You Go episode of the SAE: Beyond the Competition Podcast is your essential audio companion to prepare for the event! 🎙️

Join the SAE team as we walk through everything students, faculty advisors, and volunteers need to know before arriving in South Carolina. From on-site registration procedures to technical inspection expectations, event safety, and team logistics, this episode is packed with important insights, reminders, and tips to help your team succeed on and off the track.

📍Whether you’re a rookie team or a seasoned competitor, this is your chance to get a head start on the competition weekend.

✅ Topics include:
• What to bring (and what not to!)
• Event site layout and pit etiquette
• Static and dynamic event walkthroughs
• Safety rules and enforcement
• On-site support from SAE and volunteers

🔗 For maps, schedules, and official updates, visit: https://www.bajasae.net

Don’t show up unprepared — listen in and share with your whole team!

Program Managers Spill the Secrets of SAE Events!

SAE International — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500

Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Michael Sorg welcome program managers Brett Foley (SAE Aero Design), Kaley Zundel (Formula SAE), and Damon Andring (Baja SAE) for a fun, rowdy, and insightful wrap-up of the 2024 competition season. From standout moments like Formula SAE's big changes to Baja’s groundbreaking tank vehicle, we dive deep into the creativity, resilience, and behind-the-scenes stories of these incredible student teams. 🌍✨

Discover how live streaming is changing the game, hear surprising anecdotes (like running snowmobiles on ski hills!), and find out what’s in store for the 2025 season. Whether you’re a student, a volunteer, or just a fan of innovation, this episode has something for you!

🔗 Stay connected:
🌐 SAE University Programs https://www.sae.org/attend/student-events
🎥 Watch more inspiring stories from SAE competitions! https://www.youtube.com/@SAEUniversityPrograms

Grove City Baja at SAE International Bring your Kid to Work Day

SAE International — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz, from SAE University Programs, chat with the Grove City College Racing Team during the SAE Bring Your Kid to Work Day. They dive into the team’s experience bringing their Baja SAE cars to the event, where kids had the chance to explore and learn about the vehicles up close. The team discusses their Red October competition car and an innovative electric prototype, as well as the importance of exposing young kids to engineering through hands-on interaction. Join us for a fascinating conversation about education, engineering, and motorsports!

#SAE #BajaSAE #EngineeringEducation #Motorsports #STEM #RacingTech #GroveCityCollege #Podcast #BringYourKidToWork

Insights with David Sander

SAE International — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Behind the Competition, hosts Mike Sorg and Scott Schultz welcome David Sander, the Community Programs Manager for SAE International’s University Programs. David shares his journey from an engineering student at NC State to a high school technology teacher, and now his role at SAE. He discusses the value of competitive events in education, the importance of hands-on learning, and the innovative programs SAE is developing to support students and educators. Tune in for an engaging conversation about education, engineering, and the future of mobility.

Student Round Table

SAE International — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk with students from Mexico and Egyptian teams in Baja, Aero Design, and AeroConnect to discuss tips for team development, project management, and dealing with unforeseen circumstances like this past year’s world pandemic.

SAE Baja 2020 Season Breakdown

SAE International — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0500

Sara and Sam run down all of the details you need going into the 2020 Baja SAE Season.

Special Guest: Sam Barill.

A Look Back at the Collegiate Design Series

SAE International — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode, we say goodbye to Bob Sechler, longtime manager of the Collegiate Design Series, as he retires in 2018. Bob shares his favorite and craziest stories from CDS competitions for the past 30 years.

Special Guests: Bob Sechler, Kaley Zundel, and Sam Barill.

Sponsored By:

SAE International Student Career Center: SAE International has built the SAE Student Career Center, just for you! Visit the SAE Student Career Center to begin utilizing this job board that provides helpful career resources and connections for SAE students. To get started, click on the “Interns” tab to set up your account, conduct internship searches, upload your resume, create alerts and utilize the resources. For assistance, click on the “HELP” link under the Interns tab. Sponsors of Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero Design, SAE Supermileage and SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge will be posting internships and entry level positions. Get noticed! Post your resume today!

Maximizing Your SAE Membership

SAE International — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 08:00:00 -0500

On this episode, we met up with Amanda and Donna from the SAE Membership team to discuss what benefits student members are entitled to, what to expect from the Membership team onsite in 2018, and what other things students can take advantage of as an SAE member.

Special Guests: Amanda Hildabrand and Donna Edenhart.

Sponsored By:

SAE International Student Career Center: SAE International has built the SAE Student Career Center, just for you! Visit the SAE Student Career Center to begin utilizing this job board that provides helpful career resources and connections for SAE students. To get started, click on the “Interns” tab to set up your account, conduct internship searches, upload your resume, create alerts and utilize the resources. For assistance, click on the “HELP” link under the Interns tab. Sponsors of Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero Design, SAE Supermileage and SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge will be posting internships and entry level positions. Get noticed! Post your resume today!

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New Cost Module for 2018

SAE International — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode, we meet with Matt, Alex, and Mike to discuss the brand new Cost Module for the 2018 competition season. We explore why we are moving to a catalog system, what it means for teams onsite, and how teams will use the new Cost Module.

Special Guests: Alex Reiners, Matt Moody, and Mike Zieman.

Sponsored By:

SAE International Student Career Center: SAE International has built the SAE Student Career Center, just for you! Visit the SAE Student Career Center to begin utilizing this job board that provides helpful career resources and connections for SAE students. To get started, click on the “Interns” tab to set up your account, conduct internship searches, upload your resume, create alerts and utilize the resources. For assistance, click on the “HELP” link under the Interns tab. Sponsors of Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero Design, SAE Supermileage and SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge will be posting internships and entry level positions. Get noticed! Post your resume today!

Links:

Baja SAE Cost Module Quick Links

2018 CDS Virtual Career Fair

SAE International — Mon, 06 Nov 2017 09:00:00 -0500

On this episode, Amanda and Martha expand on the previously announced CDS Virtual Career Fair, to be held on January 25, 2018. They discuss what a virtual career fair is, why CDS is hosting one, how students can prepare for it, and what they can expect.

Special Guest: Martha Tress.

Sponsored By:

SAE International Student Career Center: SAE International has built the SAE Student Career Center, just for you! Visit the SAE Student Career Center to begin utilizing this job board that provides helpful career resources and connections for SAE students. To get started, click on the “Interns” tab to set up your account, conduct internship searches, upload your resume, create alerts and utilize the resources. For assistance, click on the “HELP” link under the Interns tab. Sponsors of Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero Design, SAE Supermileage and SAE Clean Snowmobile Challenge will be posting internships and entry level positions. Get noticed! Post your resume today!

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