Tiger Challenge Summer

As a human-centered design program, Tiger Challenge provides:

Inspiration and Motivation: Through exposure to leading design luminaries and innovative firms, igniting passion for design and innovation
Hands-On Learning: Workshops, studio visits to apply design principles to real-world challenges, working with community partners on-site
Networking and Career Opportunities: Connections with professionals and peers in the design industry, opening doors for internships, job opportunities, and mentorship relationships
Exploration of Design Disciplines: Explore a diverse range of design disciplines during their field trips to design hubs
Continued Learning and Growth: Apply newfound knowledge and skills to academic year opportunities, building on experiences and furthering the journey as designers and innovators

Benefits

Participants will learn how to practice human-centered design and design thinking in a real-life project
Assignment of well-established community partners, plus Princeton advisor
Targeted workshops and lectures open only to Tiger Challenge participants
Networking opportunities with social innovators, designers, and consultants
$5,000 stipend
Campus housing and meal plan
Summer internship counts towards Entrepreneurship (ENT) certificate practicum
End-of-summer presentation to the public
Participate in Princeton Research Day

Currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate Princeton University students at the time of application
Graduate students must provide written approval from their faculty advisor prior to committing to the program
All majors are welcomed and encouraged
I-9 not required

Application deadline: March 15, 2024

The Summer 2024 application is now closed; be notified when the Summer 2025 application opens.