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Design Education Meets
Real-World Opportunity.

Connecting students to industry through mentorship, experience, and financial support.

PAVE Global supports students pursuing careers in design by connecting education with industry. Through scholarships, competitions, awards and recognition, professional development, and real-world exposure, we help students explore what’s possible and take their next step with confidence.

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Explore the programs and resources designed specifically for students pursuing careers in design.

Scholarships + Grants

Financial support paired with real industry exposure to help students move forward with confidence.

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Student Aid

Fund Your Future | PAVE Student Aid Program

What it is: $1,000 student aid grants to support college-level design and architecture students experiencing financial hardship. Funds may be used for essential education and living expenses to help students stay enrolled and on track toward their degree.

Who it’s for: Full-time college design and architecture students worldwide with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher who are facing financial challenges.

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Deadline: April 20, 2026

Professional Development Webinar

The Art of the Elevator Pitch

What it is: The Art of the Elevator Pitch is a one-hour virtual workshop designed to help students and recent graduates clearly communicate who they are, what they bring, and what they’re looking for. This is not a passive webinar. Through a short presentation and guided breakout sessions, participants will actively practice delivering a concise introduction and receive direct feedback from industry professionals.

Who it’s for: Current students and recent graduates.

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Event Date: April 23, 2026 - 1 PM ET

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Student opportunities rotate throughout the year. If you don’t see the right fit today, new scholarships, competitions, recognition programs, and events launch regularly.

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Student News & Spotlights

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PAVE Global Opens Applications for Spring 2026 Student Aid Program

PAVE Global has opened applications for its Spring 2026 Student Aid Program, offering $1,000 financial assistance grants to full-time college-level design and architecture students worldwide. The program supports students facing unforeseen financial circumstances that may impact their ability to continue their education. Applications are open through April 20, 2026.

Feb 102 min read

PAVE Global and Shop! Association Launch 2026 Shop! Scholarship + Experience

PAVE Global and Shop! Association announce the launch of the 2026 Shop! Scholarship + Experience, supporting one design student with financial assistance and industry experience at Shop! Marketplace in New Orleans.

Feb 42 min read

PAVE Global Launches “Next Step by PAVE,” a New Professional Development Series for Emerging Design Talent

Next Step by PAVE is a new professional development series designed to help students and emerging professionals navigate early career decisions within the design industry. Launching with an interactive career exploration webinar, the series offers practical insight into career paths, professional skills, and industry expectations across the design ecosystem.

Jan 162 min read

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Resources for Students

Tools and resources to help you prepare, explore career paths, and take your next step in the design industry.

Job Board

Explore internships and early-career roles across the consumer environments industry, shared by firms, brands, and partners actively hiring emerging talent.
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Next Step by PAVE

A student-focused professional development series offering structured guidance on career paths, skill-building, and navigating the transition from education into professional practice. Explore Next Step by PAVE >

Industry Conversations + Events

Student-accessible talks, tours, and events that provide real-world exposure to design practice and opportunities to connect with professionals across the industry.
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Past Student Programs

Explore past scholarships, competitions, and recognition programs to better understand the range of opportunities PAVE offers throughout the year.
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Supporting the Next Generation of Designers

PAVE Global supports students pursuing careers in design by connecting education with industry through real people, real experiences, and real opportunity. From scholarships and competitions to recognition programs and professional development, our work helps students build confidence, gain exposure, and take meaningful steps toward professional practice.