Spring 2027 Internship | Graphic Design

Austin PBS • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Austin PBS, KLRU-TV is hiring a Graphic Design Intern to join its marketing team. The intern will help design and produce materials that ensure consistent messaging across the organization and its print, web, and on-air properties. The role offers experience as an in-house designer working on the conceptualization and design of production materials, promotional collateral, environmental graphics, social media, web, and marketing assets across platforms.

The intern will create print, digital, and on-air graphics for local programs, including Austin City Limits, Central Texas Gardener, Overheard with Evan Smith, and Austin InSight, as well as for the Development and Education teams, including PBS KIDS. The internship runs from January 26, 2027, through May 7, 2027, and requires a commitment of 15–20 hours per week. The working conditions are primarily in a general office setting, with some self-provided travel to off-site events and engagements.

Requirements

• Must be a current undergraduate student actively enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program for the full duration of the internship.
• Must be available for a minimum of 13 weeks of the internship.
• Must commit to 15–20 hours per week.
• A portfolio is required for consideration; it may be a website, PDF, or work samples.
• Willingness to learn, accept creative feedback, and translate creative direction.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging promotional assets for Austin PBS shows, events, quarterly fund drives, and PBS KIDS initiatives and community events.
• Create original print materials, including programs and signage; digital assets, including website and social graphics; and multimedia projects, including on-screen graphics.
• Work with copywriters, art directors, video producers, and other in-house creative team members to develop marketing campaigns.
• Learn from and translate creative feedback and direction.
• Manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Collaborate with teams across Austin PBS.
• Engage diverse perspectives in work products and organizational interactions, and demonstrate respect for others in workplace relationships.
• Complete other tasks assigned on a project-by-project basis.
• Support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in print, digital, and multimedia graphic design.
• Opportunity to learn directly from professional designers, marketers, and creatives.
• Opportunity to develop skills in social media strategy, content creation, and community engagement.
• Opportunity to expand a professional network and contribute to a meaningful program.
• Eligibility to enter the staff ticket lottery for Austin City Limits tapings.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed