Design for Social Impact Virtual Internship
In this virtual internship, students will learn how to design digital products and services that address social and environmental challenges, promoting positive change. They will gain hands-on experience in user-centered design, design thinking, and prototyping, while developing a portfolio of impactful projects. Upon completion, students will be equipped with the skills to pursue careers in social impact design, user experience design, and digital product development.
Track Overview
Tasks & Milestones
Case Study Analysis
IntermediateAnalyze a case study of a successful design for social impact project, identifying the key design strategies, user-centered approach, and measurable impact.
Empathy Mapping
IntermediateConduct user research and create an empathy map to deeply understand the needs, pain points, and motivations of a target user group.
Ideation and Prototyping
IntermediateGenerate and prototype innovative design solutions to address the identified social or environmental challenge.
Design Strategy and Concept Development
IntermediateDevelop a design strategy and create a conceptual design for a digital product or service that addresses a specific social or environmental challenge.
Iterative Design and Prototyping
IntermediateRefine the conceptual design through iterative prototyping and user testing to create a high-fidelity prototype of the digital product or service.
Scalability and Distribution Plan
IntermediateDevelop a plan for scaling and distributing the digital product or service to maximize its reach and impact.
Impact Analysis and Final Presentation
IntermediateAnalyze the potential social and environmental impact of the digital product or service and create a final presentation and portfolio to showcase the design project.
Prerequisites
- • Familiarity with design principles and user experience design
- • Basic understanding of design software and prototyping tools
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Earn a certificate upon successful completion