2027 Graphic Design Intern

USGA • Bernards Township, NJ

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

The USGA is offering a full-time, paid Graphic Design internship for a highly motivated designer seeking practical professional creative experience alongside their college education. The role supports design work across the organization in the fast-paced golf industry. It is based at the USGA’s Liberty Corner, New Jersey campus on a hybrid schedule: employees work in the office three days per week, Monday through Thursday. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are mandatory in-office days, with Monday or Thursday selected as the third day. The internship starts in early 2027 and may last up to one year. Pay is $20.00 per hour, subject to applicable overtime laws.

The intern will help create graphics and creative for USGA platforms, develop digital and print assets, and support creative and design deliverables across USGA departments. Candidates must provide their own housing and transportation in the New Jersey area and submit a portfolio link with their application; applications without a portfolio will not be considered. The position requires a minimum availability of 40 hours per week, with potential for extended evening and weekend work during USGA Championships, both onsite and remotely, and occasional holiday work.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• Ability to translate and evolve creative work using an existing style guide.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.
• Strong professional demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Availability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Must provide own housing and transportation in the New Jersey area.
• Must submit a portfolio link with the application; applications without a portfolio will not be considered.
• Completed bachelor’s or graduate degree; Graphic Design or Visual Communications preferred.
• Experience with Mac and digital photography.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the sports industry is preferred.
• A completed degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating graphics and creative to be posted across USGA platforms.
• Support the creation of digital and print assets.
• Support creative and design deliverables across USGA departments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan for full-time employees.
• Retirement plans with an annual contribution from the USGA.
• Programs supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day off.
• Off-site team-building events.
• On-site gym and golf simulator.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern