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PLC Detroit x Target 8-week virtual certificate program
Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (PLC Detroit) and Target Corporation are partnering to deliver an 8-week virtual certificate program designed to shape the future of inclusive and sustainable design.
Open to U.S. adults 18 and older, this program equips emerging creatives with hands-on experience, strategic mentorship, and industry-relevant skills aligned with Target’s commitment to accessibility, environmental responsibility, and design for all.
Who This Is For
This program is ideal for future-focused creators interested in:
- Apparel Design
- Accessories Design
- Design for diverse and adaptive consumers
- Sustainability and circular design strategies
- Retail innovation and brand storytelling
Program Benefits
Participants will gain:
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Learn Target’s approach to sustainability, inclusion, and customer-centered design.
- Hands-On Experience: Contribute to real-world design concepts rooted in responsible product creation.
- Professional Mentorship: Engage with Target industry leaders and receive guidance on career pathways.
- Networking Opportunities: Build connections that open doors to future design roles and internships.
Program Format
- 8-Week Virtual Certificate Program
- Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Track Options: Apparel Design, Accessories Design, Third TBD
- Class Size: 25-30 Students
- Eligibility: ust be a U.S. resident and 18 years of age or older
- Important Dates
- Application Period: November 3 – November 30, 2025
- Grace Period: December 1–2, 2025
- Admission Decision: Monday, December 8, 2025
- Confirmation of Final Roster: Friday, December 12, 2025
- Program Begins: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Final Presentation Day: Friday, March 6, 2026
