Graphic Design Intern
About The Position
LCS is hiring a paid, full-time Graphic Design Intern for a 12-week summer program running from May through August, at 40 hours per week. The intern will join the marketing team and create work for real audiences, contributing to brand campaigns, business development materials, digital communications, and internal marketing projects. The internship offers experience across the creative process, from concept development through final production, as well as broad exposure to the organization and its operations. The program concludes with a presentation to senior leadership highlighting project outcomes and the internship experience. The intern will create print, digital, and presentation designs; develop concepts and creative directions; prepare production-ready materials; and support responsive HTML email campaigns. They will collaborate with writers, marketers, and other internal partners, incorporate feedback, and work in accordance with established brand standards. The role offers mentorship, networking, and career development opportunities, along with meaningful project work. The competitive hourly rate is $22.50. A post-offer background check, including references, is required.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication design, marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field.
- Sophomore, junior, or senior standing.
- Graphic or digital design experience gained through coursework, employment, freelance work, or a previous internship.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
- High level of competency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of typography, layout, hierarchy, and brand consistency.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to accept feedback, follow art direction, and revise work thoughtfully.
- A portfolio demonstrating design thinking and proficiency across relevant applications.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with HTML and CSS, particularly for email design.
- Familiarity with motion design or Adobe After Effects.
- Familiarity with accessible and responsive design principles.
Responsibilities
- Support the marketing team with print, digital, and presentation design projects.
- Design polished graphics, presentations, guides, and marketing materials.
- Contribute to brand campaigns and new-business initiatives.
- Prepare and optimize digital imagery for web, email, and responsive applications.
- Help develop concepts, mood boards, and creative directions.
- Manage multiple projects from initial concept through final production.
- Present concepts and creative ideas to the marketing team.
- Incorporate feedback and follow established brand standards.
- Prepare production-ready files and conduct quality-control reviews.
- Collaborate with writers, marketers, and other internal partners.
- Support the design, development, and testing of responsive HTML email campaigns.
- Help translate approved designs into email-friendly layouts using HTML and CSS.
- Review emails for visual consistency, usability, and responsiveness across devices.
- Present project outcomes and the internship experience to senior leadership at the conclusion of the program.
Benefits
- Paid internship
- Competitive hourly rate of $22.50 per hour
- Hands-on experience in a professional environment
- Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership
- Networking and career development opportunities
- Meaningful project work that makes an impact
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
