February 6-7, 2026
Live Oak Event Center, UCF, 4115 Pyxis Ln, Orlando, FL 32816
The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), University of Central Florida Student Chapter, is honored to host the ITE Student Leadership Summit 2026, which will take place on February 6–7, 2026, at the University of Central Florida (UCF). This is a student-led event that aims to bring together transportation students, professionals, and leaders from across the Florida–Puerto Rico District to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and inspire the next generation of transportation professionals.
What is SLS?
“For students, by students”
The ITE Student Leadership Summit (SLS) is the largest student-led transportation meeting open to students and professionals from all over the US. The First ITE Student Leadership Summit in Florida was held at the University of Florida in 2018. The summits are entirely planned by students, for students. Through the promotion of leadership and professional development, these events aim to guide future transportation professionals. Approximately 100 students, both undergraduate and graduate, typically attend the one-to-three-day events. In addition, ITE’s professional members typically provide support through sponsorships and participation in the summit’s program. Since the first student leadership summit, there have been 12 student leadership summits hosted by ITE student chapters around the U.S., Canada, and the ITE Australian and New Zealand Chapter. More than 1,000 students have participated in these events. They are a source of great pride for both our students and professional members, helping to increase the number of transportation professionals worldwide.
Who is the SLS for?
- Students who build connections and kickstart their career through networking and competitions.
- Professionals who invest in students through event sponsorship, connect with the next generation of transportation professionals by sharing their insights, and discover emerging talent at the career fair
Schedule
Registration
Registration is open! Register here!
Early bird registration deadline Tuesday, January 20, 2025.
All registrations processed after January 20, 2025, will be charged full price.
Online registration will close on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM. Registrations can still be processed at the door each day of the event. Card payments only, cash will not be accepted. It is encouraged that attendees register before SLS to secure a pre-printed event pass.
All sales are final. No refunds.
Hotel
Attendees planning to stay overnight may book accommodations at Holiday Inn or Hilton Garden Inn, which are offering special event rates. Reservations are made directly through the hotel booking links provided below. Please note that the Student Leadership Summit and ITE are not responsible for bookings or payments made through external hotel sites. For any reservation related questions or issues, attendees should contact the hotel directly.
Sponsorship
Support us on this journey to bring together transportation students, professionals, and leaders from across the Florida–Puerto Rico District to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and inspire the next generation of transportation professionals.
Click here to sponsor ITE SLS2026!
SLS Highlights
