Access to Emerging Talent
Connect with aspiring designers across Fashion, Interior, Communication and Product Design.
Become a Partner
Let's Build the Future of Design, Together.
Creating meaningful connections between Education × Industry × Innovation × Entrepreneurship.
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Meaningful growth happens through strong partnerships.
We invite Design Professionals, Industry Leaders, Brands, Companies, Entrepreneurs, Educational Institutions, Creative Studios and Organizations to collaborate with IID.
Together, we can contribute to the development of future-ready designers and create valuable outcomes for students, industry and society.
Why Partner with IID?
Create value through collaboration
Industry Engagement
Collaborate through projects, workshops, talks, internships and industry-oriented activities.
Innovation & Ideas
Work with creative minds to explore new ideas, concepts and design solutions.
Talent Development
Contribute to developing the next generation of design professionals.
Entrepreneurship
Support student-led ideas, startups, brands and creative ventures.
Long-Term Collaboration
Build meaningful relationships with the design education ecosystem.
Partnership Opportunities
Seven ways to work together
🏢 Industry Partner
Connect education with industry
Industry Projects • Design Challenges • Guest Sessions • Workshops • Industry Visits • Mentorship • Internship Opportunities
💼 Internship Partner
Give students practical experience
Learn → Work → Experience → Grow
Terms, stipend and selection can be determined mutually between the organization and student/institution.🎨 Design Project Partner
Bring real-world challenges to the classroom
Share a practical problem, brief or design requirement for students to explore under academic guidance.
🎤 Knowledge Partner
Share Experience. Inspire Young Designers.
Guest Lectures • Masterclasses • Workshops • Panel Discussions • Mentorship Sessions • Expert Talks
🚀 Startup & Entrepreneurship Partner
Support emerging student entrepreneurs
Mentorship • Idea Validation • Product Development • Branding • Market Understanding • Business Guidance • Networking
🏷️ Brand Partner
Create memorable design collaborations
Student Activities • Design Events • Exhibitions • Competitions • Workshops • Creative Campaigns • Sponsored Projects
🎓 Academic & Institutional Partner
Build knowledge together
Academic Initiatives • Knowledge Exchange • Workshops • Joint Events • Design Projects • Student Development Programs
Who Can Partner With Us?
An open creative ecosystem
Design StudiosFashion BrandsInterior FirmsCreative AgenciesProduct CompaniesManufacturing OrganizationsTechnology CompaniesStartupsEntrepreneursEducational InstitutionsIndustry AssociationsProfessional DesignersMedia & Creative Organizations
How Partnership Works
From connection to impact
Connect
Tell us about your organization and partnership interest.
Discuss
We understand your objectives and identify collaboration areas.
Design
Together, we create a suitable partnership model.
Collaborate
Launch agreed projects, internships, workshops or events.
Create Impact
Build meaningful outcomes for students and industry.
What Can We Build Together?
Combine strengths. Multiply impact.
Partnership Philosophy
For Students
For Partners
For IID
A partnership should create value for everyone involved.
Exposure • Experience • Skills • Network • Opportunities
Talent • Ideas • Innovation • Engagement • Brand Connect
Industry Integration • Knowledge Exchange • Better Learning
🤝 Let's Create the Future Together
Become a Partner of Indian Institute of Design
Whether you want to hire young talent, offer internships, conduct workshops, bring a real-world project, mentor students or support entrepreneurship, we would be happy to explore the possibilities.
Your Experience. Our Students. One Shared Vision.