Teen Programs
Teen Programs
Interested in design and looking for a place to start? Cooper Hewitt teen programs provide high school students with opportunities to meet working designers, engage in hands-on workshops, and see themselves in the future of design.
Teen Workshops
Build your design toolkit! Our teen drop-in program, Design Practice is a series of free monthly workshops exploring techniques, strategies, and careers in design. No prior experience required—just bring yourself and a creative mindset.
Design Hive
Design Hive is an application-based paid, youth-led internship program at Cooper Hewitt. High school juniors and seniors dive deep into design objects and processes to develop their own collaborative projects. Along the way, they will learn how designers move from an initial idea to final design.
Design Career Fair
Cooper Hewitt hosts an annual Design Career Fair, where teens are invited to talk with top designers working in the fields of fashion, product design, architecture, graphic design, and more.
National High School Competition
Taking place annually, the National High School Design Competition invites students from around the country to design a solution to a unique scenario, inspired by Cooper Hewitt’s rich collection and stimulating exhibitions.
Upcoming Teen Programs
To see programs for all age levels, view our Calendar.
Check out our online resources
Explore design activities, videos, and a Design Career Toolkit for advice on design careers, networking, and portfolio tips.