School of Information students work on projects for client partners from all types of organizations and industries: small businesses, non-profits, major corporations, governments, research institutions, museums, libraries and educational institutions. Learn more about becoming a client by exploring the following resources: 

• Timeline
• Project Proposal Process
• Ideal Projects
• NDAs and Agreements
• Project Examples

Please review the Client Agreement for more information about the expectations and commitments involved in becoming a client for a UMSI student-led project.

Ready to become a client? Submit your project idea.

About the Client Engagement Team

As a client for UMSI courses and programs, you will receive support from the client engagement team, who will work with you to develop a project that meets your organizational needs and aligns with the learning outcomes of a specific course or program.

This team is composed of UMSI staff and current students who deeply understand the requirements and expectations for each course and program, making them uniquely suited to aid clients through the project development and scoping process. 

The client engagement team is dedicated to meeting the needs of organizations while providing students with real-world learning opportunities. It is our hope that this comes together in a project that is a truly mutually beneficial and educational experience for all. 

Meet our team, and contact us at [email protected] with any questions you have.