Design Intern - Spring 2027

International Justice Mission•Columbia, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Design Intern for the Spring 2027 Internship class to join the Creative team. This team consists of designers, artists, and filmmakers who work to bring IJM's mission and brand to life through various creative executions. The internship will utilize the intern's skills in areas like UX or design to support the Creative and Campaigns team in producing impactful marketing materials and internal resources. The intern will contribute to pre-determined projects based on their skillset and interests, gaining hands-on design experience. Potential projects include global campaign support, social media graphics, layout design, graphic design, and digital UX/UI. Project scope will be adapted to the intern's specific skillset to ensure mutual value. This position can be fully in-person or hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) in the Washington, DC area, or remote for non-local candidates. The role reports to the Creative Specialist, Global Marketing and requires 30-40 hours per week, primarily during standard business hours (8:30 am - 5:30 pm EST). Interns receive a monthly stipend to help defray expenses, which is not considered wages.

Requirements

Completed at least two years of undergraduate study by the start of the internship.
At least one prior professional internship experience or significant leadership experience in extracurricular, campus, volunteer, or community-based organizations.
Ability to commit to a schedule consistent with the required time commitment (20, 30, or 40 hours per week during standard business hours).
Graphic design experience.
Digital design experience.
Film creation/video editing experience.
Illustration experience.
Mature orthodox Christian faith.
Humble and resilient.
Pursues excellence.
Culturally aware and appreciative of difference.
Strong service ethic.
Innovative problem solver.
Ability to build trust and strong partnerships with others.
Courageous in pursuing opportunities and challenges.
Tenacious in achieving goals.
Professional.

Nice To Haves

Not all experiences listed under requirements are mandatory; prospective candidates with some of the listed design skillsets are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Support the Creative and Campaigns team's ongoing effort to produce impactful marketing materials and internal resources.
Contribute to pre-determined projects related to their skillset and interests.
Gain hands-on design experience.
Work on projects such as Global campaign support, Social media graphics, Layout design, Graphic design, Digital UX/UI.