Illustrator, Intern

Duolingo • Detroit, MI

3d

About The Position

Our mission at Duolingo is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. It’s a big mission, and that’s where you come in! At Duolingo, you’ll join a team that cares about educating our users, experimenting with big ideas, making fact-based decisions, and finding innovative solutions to complex problems. You’ll have limitless learning opportunities and daily collaborations with world-class minds — while doing work that’s both meaningful and fun. Join our life-changing mission to develop education for our half a billion (and growing!) learners around the world. Read our blog to learn more. About the role... Application Deadline: Nov 5, 2026 Note: A portfolio is required to apply for this position.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration, or a related creative field with an expected graduation date of Fall 2027 or Spring/Summer 2028
• Experience illustrating in creative software such as Figma, Photoshop, or other comparable software
• Available for a full-time 12-week internship from May to August.
• Must have a portfolio of relevant projects to be considered for application.

Nice To Haves

• A GPA of 3.5+
• A Duolingo streak

Responsibilities

• Work independently and in small groups to complete challenging illustration projects.
• Develop your technical skills through hands-on training, workshops, and lectures from Duolingo artists.
• Receive coaching and mentorship from a Duolingo Studio Artist.
• Partner with others who share a passion for making the best education universally available.

Benefits

• Language learning opportunities
• Catered in-house lunches and breakfast
• Company-wide Hackathon
• PTO and company holidays
• Frequent company-wide dinners, monthly celebrations, social clubs, and so much more!

What This Job Offers

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