Graphic Design Intern (Fall 2026)

Middle Seat

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Middle Seat is a full-service firm for progressive causes and candidates, seeking a creative and driven design intern for Fall 2026 (August 24 - November 13, 2026). The intern will work closely with the design team to support real campaigns and causes with impactful visuals, creating social media graphics, digital ads, print collateral, branding assets, and more. The role encourages bringing one's own creative voice while learning to collaborate in a fast-paced political design environment. This position is available either in-person in Washington, D.C. or remotely. The firm is committed to building a diverse and passionate team, encouraging creative-minded individuals with strong technical aptitude to apply, especially women, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The firm is values-driven, working with decidedly left-of-center clients and striving to reflect this in its work environment and benefits, including salary transparency, healthy work-life balance, and consistent employee feedback and communication.

Requirements

Excited by the idea of using design to drive progressive change
Enjoys solving visual problems and thinking creatively
Comfortable using tools like Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva
Detail-oriented, takes feedback well, and is always looking to learn
Senior, in the last year of an undergraduate program, or a recent grad
Committed to working for progressive political candidates and causes
Team player
Follows along with the news of the day, particularly an understanding of the U.S. political system as well as key progressive issues
Can commit to full-time (40-hour work week) or near full-time availability, with consistent hours each week
Based in the United States

Nice To Haves

Experience working on design for advocacy, nonprofit, or political projects
Familiar with Adobe After Effects or other motion design tools
Knows how to edit short videos using After Effects or Premiere Pro
Working knowledge of accessibility in design
Interested in UX/UI or web design

Responsibilities

Designing graphics for email, social media, and digital ads
Applying brand guidelines to new and existing creative
Building simple animations (GIFs, video loops) and editing video clips
Assisting with print materials like flyers, proposals, and direct mail
Supporting the creative team on larger design projects including identity design and web graphics
Receiving and implementing feedback from designers, strategists, and clients
Collaborating with strategists, developers, and other creatives to deliver cross-platform assets