Role:Accenture Innovation Challenge 2023
Location: ONLINE
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Idea Submission
Submit your innovative ideas which can Reinvent businesses and accelerate change with the power of technology through the provided presentation template.
Semi Finale
The Semi-Finalist teams will be presenting their detailed innovative solutions to the esteemed jury members and industry experts virtually.
Grand Finale
In the Grand Finale of the Accenture Innovation Challenge 2023, the finalists will be invited to showcase their innovative solutions to the esteemed jury members and industry experts.
With the rapid pace of technological advances, innovation holds the power to reshape industries, solve complex problems and create a better tomorrow.
The Accenture Innovation Challenge is here again and, we are looking for the brightest innovators with a passion to create a meaningful change. At Accenture, we believe in the power of human ingenuity and technology coming together to drive 360° Value. Do you have a technology-powered idea? This is the platform to submit your out-of-the-box innovations which can “Reinvent businesses and accelerate change with the power of technology”
Participate now!
Form a team and submit an application with your idea today. Do not limit your thought process,
you could also go beyond the traditional innovations and come up with powerful ideas/innovations which could possibly:
1. Combine science and technology: Merge the realms of science and technology to create solutions that push boundaries and solve real-world problems.
2. Secure a sustainable future: Create solutions that tackle environmental challenges, promote responsible consumption and help ensure a brighter future for generations to come.
3. Lead to a green circular economy: Develop ideas that promote reuse, recycling and other sustainable practices.
4. Lead to an era of superintelligence (generative AI): Use the power of artificial intelligence to revolutionize industries, automate processes and drive efficiency.
5. Complement the data economy and transparency: Develop solutions that can unlock data’s potential to drive innovation and create a transparent and inclusive society.
This is just not all, you can submit your innovative ideas which can Reinvent businesses and
accelerate change with the power of technology.
What’s in store: Throughout this thrilling journey, you’ll be part of a supportive community of like-minded innovators. Join immersive storytelling workshops that will enhance your presentation skills and help you convey your ideas effectively. Your team will also have experienced mentors who’ll guide you along the way. These industry professionals will provide invaluable support and inspire you to reach new heights.
Education Required:
- Accenture Innovation Challenge 2023 is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students (currently full-time students) of all years across all institutes in India.
- Participants can register individually or in teams with at most 4 members.
- A team must strictly comprise either all Engineering, all Non-Engineering, or all B-School students, i.e. a team cannot have an engineering student along with a non-engineering student as members.
- Cross-specialization, cross-year and cross-college teams are allowed.
- A student can be a part of only one team.
- Any deviation from the above-mentioned guidelines will result in the immediate disqualification of the entire team.
- This year you would get an opportunity to compete at a zonal level. Top entry from each zone will stand a chance to compete at the Grand Finale:
- Zone 1 – North and East
- Zone 2 – Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry
- Zone 3 – Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- Zone 4 – West and Central
- Zone 5 – Karnataka and Kerala
IMPORTANT
Round 1: Idea Submission Round
- Submit your innovative ideas which can Reinvent businesses and accelerate change with the power of technology through the provided presentation templates
- Teams are required to submit their innovative ideas in a templatized format in line with their respective team composition—Engineering/ Non-Engineering/ B-School students.
- The submission templates can be accessed by the registered students/teams from the round titled “Idea Submission” on this page.
- All the participants are requested to submit their innovative ideas well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute hassle.
- Based on the submissions received, the top teams will be shortlisted and taken to the next round.
- After evaluations, teams will be bifurcated into two tracks—The Entry-Level Graduates Track and B-School Track.
Mentorship
- The shortlisted teams will work with their respective mentors to prepare their innovative submissions for the Semi-Finals.
Round 2: Semi Finale
- The Semi-Finalist teams will be presenting their innovative ideas and detailed solutions to the esteemed jury members and industry experts virtually.
- Top teams from both Entry-Level Graduates and B-School tracks will be identified and shortlisted to present in the coveted Grand Finale!
Round 3: Grand Finale
- The Finalists will be invited to showcase their innovative solutions to the esteemed jury members and industry experts.
Rewards:
Three winners at a PAN-India level will be adjudged for the Entry-Level Graduates Track and B-School Track separately
- Winners – Prizes worth INR 1,00,000 per team member
- First Runners-Up – Prizes worth INR 75,000 per team member
- Second Runners-Up – Prizes worth INR 50,000 per team member
- Jury’s Choice – Prizes worth INR 35,000 per team member
- Next 6 Runners-Up – Prizes worth INR 20,000 per team
- Fast-Track Interview Opportunity will be extended to all the eligible (as per our recruitment process criteria) participants who would submit their innovative ideas. Eligible participants will receive communications about the recruitment process from Accenture.
Roles Offered:
- Associate Software Engineer
- System and Application Services Associate
- Technology Consultant
- Business and Functional Architect
