Graphic Designer Intern

Markham LLC • Washington, DC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Markham is a creative events agency built for impact. We are a mission-driven, fast-moving team of thinkers, doers, and problem-solvers who bring bold ideas to life. From intimate gatherings to large-scale activations, we partner with leading brands, nonprofits, and political organizations to produce events that inspire action and drive connection. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Bentonville, Markham has team members across the country. We produce events that matter: purpose led, progressive, and flawlessly executed. Markham is obsessed with continuous improvement, meaningful impact, and creating experiences that bring ideas to life. Our culture is collaborative and curious, fueled by diverse perspectives, sharp instincts, and a shared belief that great work happens when people feel trusted and inspired. If you thrive in fast paced environments, see challenges as puzzles to be solved, and care deeply about both the process and the outcome, you’ll fit right in at Markham.
As a member of Markham's Graphic Design Team, the Graphic Design Intern will collaborate with designers and teams across the company to support a variety of creative projects. Under the direction of the Graphic Design Team, the intern will have the opportunity to contribute to event branding, digital and print materials, merchandise, and visual experiences.

Requirements

• Interest in graphic design, event production, and/or political and nonprofit work
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including: Proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Familiarity with InDesign, After Effects, and/or Premiere Pro
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with Keynote
• Experience with Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, and Sheets)
• Experience with Canva
• Strong attention to detail and visual consistency
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities efficiently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Willingness and availability to work occasional evenings and weekends, including during events
• Applicants must be based on the East Coast or able to consistently work East Coast hours.
• Availability for occasional in-person events and onsite work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Researching and sourcing design materials, inspiration, and creative assets
• Assisting with the development of designs, logos, branding, and other creative materials for events
• Supporting the creation of mock-ups for merchandise, signage, environmental graphics, and event displays
• Assisting with digital and print design projects across multiple events and client accounts
• Preparing and organizing design files and assets
• Supporting project timelines, deadlines, and deliverables as needed
• Collaborating with the Graphic Design Team and other Markham teams to bring creative concepts to life
• Providing onsite design support for events, when applicable

Benefits

• Paid internship at $20.00 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed