Campus events

One Night ot Innovate

The principle is simple: working in small groups, the students have one night to develop an innovative project. Early in the morning, these projects are submitted to a jury consisting of members of École nationale des ponts et chaussées and business people. The team that comes up with the best project is awarded a sum of money, provided by the School. The event is also supported by the School’s industrial partners, who provide the awards for the 2nd and 3rd prizes.

After an opening lecture, the project launch workshop leads into collaborative teamwork overseen by experienced professionals. Between 7 am and 9 am, the projects are then to a jury consisting of the Director of the School, former students who have become entrepreneurs, and recognised professionals, who assess their relevance and viability. 

This competition is aimed at École nationale des ponts et chaussées students but is also open to students from EELISA's partner universities and other institutions in the Paris region , whether they are interested in setting up a business, already have a project in mind, or are simply looking for information. 

The next edition will take place on December 4th 2025 !

Ponts Start-up Day

Ponts Start-up Day is a day dedicated to introducing first-year students to entrepreneurship and raising their awareness of it. The principle is simple: present real issues faced by start-ups and get small groups of students to think about solutions.

The latest edition took place on April 10th, 2025.