New Delhi, June 11: JS Institute of Design (JSID), in academic collaboration with a French Design School, École Intuit Lab, hosted its Summer Internship 2026 in Digital Design, an immersive learning initiative designed for students from Classes 8 to 12. Ran from 30th May to 5th June 2026 at the JSID campus in New Delhi, the program offered participants a hands-on introduction to design, creativity, technology, and innovation through experiential learning and industry-oriented exposure.
Curated as an engaging and multidisciplinary program, the internship introduced students to the fundamentals of design thinking, visual storytelling, digital tools, and problem-solving through studio-based projects, workshops, and guided learning experiences.
The Summer Internship 2026 witnessed participation from 39 students representing diverse academic backgrounds and geographies. The cohort included students from leading institutions such as Kunskapsskolan Gurgaon, Modern School Barakhamba Road, Manav Rachna International School, Shiv Nadar School, GD Goenka Public School, Delhi Public School (DPS), Step by Step School, Lotus Valley International School, among others. Participants travelled from cities including Delhi, Gurugram, Solan, Mohali, Gangtok, Jaipur, Meerut, and Sonipat, creating a vibrant learning environment enriched by varied perspectives and experiences.
Participants engaged across learning tracks tailored to different levels of exposure and skill development.
The Beginner Track featured modules such as:
• Environment Design
• UI/UX Design
• Window Display (Retail)
• Editorial Design
• Animation & Motion Design
• AI in the Design World
As part of the initiative, JSID also hosted a special parent interaction session titled “Design as a Career: Interaction with the Dean,” led by Prof. Nien Siao, Dean, JS Institute of Design. The session offered insights into evolving opportunities within design education and creative industries, while helping parents better understand future-focused career pathways available to aspiring designers.
Commenting on the program, Prof. Nien Siao, Dean, JS Institute of Design, said: “The Summer Internship 2026 reflects our belief that creativity flourishes through exploration, experimentation, and real-world exposure. It has been inspiring to see young learners from different schools and cities engage so enthusiastically with design thinking, storytelling, and emerging technologies. Programs like these play an important role in nurturing curiosity, confidence, and creative problem-solving skills that will serve students well in the future.”
Through collaborative projects, studio-based learning, and exposure to emerging design and AI tools, the internship provided young learners with an opportunity to explore creative disciplines while interacting with peers from diverse backgrounds. The programme reinforces JSID’s commitment to experiential learning and early creative exposure, empowering students to discover their interests and make informed decisions about future academic and professional pathways in design. Reflecting the institute’s philosophy of “Fearless Today. Iconic Tomorrow.”, the internship encouraged participants to think boldly, embrace experimentation, and confidently express their ideas laying the foundation for the next generation of creative innovators and design leaders.