Graphic Design Intern – Civil Engineering / Aviation

Trilon Group • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Talbert, Bright & Ellington, Inc. (TBE) is a full-service, professional aviation engineering firm focused on the planning, design, and construction for airports in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Florida. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina for over 28 years, TBE employs more than 90 professionals.

TBE is seeking a motivated Graphic Design Intern to join our Marketing & Branding team at a growing civil engineering firm specializing in aviation projects. This role provides hands-on experience creating visual content for proposals, marketing campaigns, events, and digital platforms. The intern will help translate creative briefs into engaging and professional materials that support business development, recruiting, and brand visibility within the aviation and engineering industries.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, or related field
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design skills (academic, personal, or professional work)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat (Mac & PC)
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, and layout
• Experience preparing files for print and digital formats
• Ability to adapt designs for multiple mediums and platforms

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of marketing, branding, or social media best practices
• Experience with content creation for blogs, emails, or digital campaigns
• Interest in aviation or engineering industry marketing
• Familiarity with event planning, trade shows, or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Understanding of web development (HTML, CSS, CMS platforms) to support website updates and digital content
• Possess creativity, strong communication skills, and an eagerness to learn, with attention to detail being crucial
• Ability to work independently and in a team, accept constructive feedback, manage time effectively, and work under deadlines

Responsibilities

• Proposal Support: Assist in designing and formatting RFQ/RFP and SOQ materials, ensuring professional layouts, production, graphics, and compliance with client requirements.
• Marketing Collateral: Create visual assets for career fairs, trade shows, recruiting events, and other marketing initiatives.
• Social Media Management: Support content creation and posting on LinkedIn and other approved platforms, helping to showcase projects, expertise, and company culture.
• Brand Development: Apply brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all digital and print materials.
• Design & Layout: Utilize typography, color, imagery, and layout principles to produce professional graphics for print and digital channels.
• File Preparation: Prepare files for print or digital distribution, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, business development, and leadership teams to develop visual solutions that communicate ideas effectively.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package
• Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Variety of voluntary benefit options
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Company-furnished life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Hands-on experience designing proposals, marketing materials, and digital content for aviation-focused civil engineering projects
• Exposure to professional workflows and brand standards in a technical industry
• Opportunities to build a portfolio of industry-relevant work
• Collaboration and mentorship from experienced marketing and engineering professionals

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern