2025 HBCU Design Challenge
The Black History Month HBCU Design Challenge is a competition that was developed in partnership with Targets Design team (OBPD & M), Talent Acquisition, D&I, Merchandising and Marketing teams to deliver on a new way to deepen our connection and impact with HBCU students across the country. We are creating a modern approach where participants can build skills, experience and gain exposure to Target in what we hope will strengthen our guest and employment brand perception.
Our Target Black History Month team is looking for ways to help Target create an even deeper connection with our guests and our community. HBCU students and grads offer a unique perspective. We love the idea of cultivating relationships that put Target into consideration as applicants look for new career options.
HBCU Challenge Launch – Submissions Open: 10/13/2024
HBCU Challenge – Submissions Deadline: 11/15/2024
HBCU Challenge – Finalists Announced: 12/02/2024
HBCU Challenge – Finalists Artwork Due for Judging: 01/25/2025
HBCU Challenge – Winners Announced: 02/03/2025
more about us
Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Fueling the continued success of our brand is our distinctly capable, creative and innovative Owned Brand Product Design & Management organization. Innovation is part of everything we do—and it all comes together with exclusive products that make our shopping experience unlike any other.
We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing, and we infuse everything we do with our passion for affordable chic. We concept, develop, make and deliver the stylish new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve. We are uber-savvy trend and style experts who stay ahead of the curve, proactively identifying our market’s needs and exceeding them, every time. Our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the style, quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect, and you’ll be close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the product that surprises and gratifies our guests.
Legal Disclaimer
By submitting your entry you are confirming that you have read and agree to the contest RULES.
By submitting your design, you acknowledge that Target has many projects currently under development. Therefore, it is possible that the design you submit may be somewhat similar to something that is already under development. Target always strives to have unique product solutions and respects intellectual property rights.
Participation in the HBCU Design Challenge is entirely voluntary and does not create an employment relationship with Target. Individuals who do choose to participate will not be compensated for the time spent on their submission or for their submitted artwork.
By participating in this Contest, Participants are confirming that you understand that submitted concepts may or may not be part of Target’s previous, current or future business endeavors. By uploading a submission, you agree to give Target a royalty free, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive, license for incidental use of your submission in any form, media or technology now known or later developed, only for historical, promotional or marketing purposes.
