Samsung India Welcomes 36 Bright Minds from Top B-Schools Through IGNITE Summer Internship Program

2025’s IGNITE cohort hails from premier institutes such as IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Indore, XLRI Jamshedpur, FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, NMIMS Mumbai, IIFT Delhi, and SIBM Pune

Samsung India has rolled out the red carpet for 36 talented students from India’s top business schools as part of its prestigious IGNITE Summer Internship Program. The two-month-long initiative is designed to inspire, empower, and immerse future leaders into the world of innovation and business transformation.

Launched under the banner of IGNITE, which stands for Inspiring Growth & Nurturing Interns Towards Excellence ­­— the internship program gives MBA students a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in business operations across key verticals, including Marketing, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, and Corporate Strategy.

This year’s IGNITE cohort hails from premier institutes such as IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, IIM Lucknow, IIM Kozhikode, IIM Indore, XLRI Jamshedpur, FMS Delhi, MDI Gurgaon, NMIMS Mumbai, IIFT Delhi, and SIBM Pune. These 36 young professionals bring with them a diverse range of ideas, energy, and ambition—all of which Samsung aims to nurture and channel into impactful, real-world contributions.

“You are here because you are smart, ambitious, and ready to make an impact. At Samsung, we don’t just build products; we create the future. IGNITE is all about fueling bold ideas, pushing boundaries, and giving young minds the space to explore, innovate, and thrive,” said Rishabh Nagpal, Head of People Team at Samsung India, during the welcome address.

Through structured project assignments, cross-functional mentorship, and immersive business experiences, IGNITE offers interns the chance to not only work on live projects but also to witness the scale and agility with which a global technology leader operates.

“On day one, I was surprised by how open and collaborative the environment is,” said Shanya Goyal, an intern from NMIMS. “Everyone is genuinely excited to share, teach, and help us grow. I already feel like a valued part of the team.”

Jayant Varma from MDI Gurgaon echoed her thoughts, saying, “Working at Samsung has been on my dream list for a while. To actually be here, learning by doing, and contributing to a project that could have a real business impact—it’s incredibly energizing and fulfilling.”

Samsung’s IGNITE internship program is not just about business exposure. It’s also about culture, leadership, and values. The company’s philosophy is deeply rooted in five core values—People, Excellence, Change, Integrity, and Co-Prosperity—which act as guiding principles for every employee and intern alike.

“With IGNITE, we are delighted to welcome such unprecedented talent—individuals who will infuse creativity into the way we work, drive innovation, and bring positive cultural enhancement across teams,” added Rishabh Nagpal.

Over the next two months, the interns will collaborate with Samsung’s internal teams, ideate on solutions to real business challenges, and contribute to projects that align with the company’s broader mission of enabling innovation for all.

As Samsung continues to build a workplace that values fresh thinking, diversity, and purpose-driven innovation, IGNITE serves as a launchpad for young talent to explore their potential and envision long-term careers in the technology and innovation ecosystem.