NEA Graphics Design Intern, Creative Services, Center for Communications (Fall 2025)

National Education Association • Washington, DC

82d • $20

About The Position

NEA is accepting applications for individuals interested in participating in the NEA Internship Program, Center for Communications, Creative Services department, as a Graphics Design Intern for the Fall 2025 session, which will begin on or after June 15, 2025, and will end on or before December 5, 2025. The internships range from six weeks to a full semester. Interns will receive a stipend of $20 per hour and may intern up to a maximum of twenty (20) hours a week. The NEA Internship Program provides interns with training, learning opportunities, educational activities and exposure to a variety of rich and substantive programmatic experiences that support quality public education. These experiences may include conducting research; data analysis; writing, editing, using Internet applications and social media; participating in and assisting with partnership events, meetings and policy forums; visits to Capitol Hill; and other appropriate program-related activities.

Requirements

• Students pursuing degrees in Education, Political Science, Government, Human Resources, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Finance, Economics, Management, Communications, Computer Science, Journalism, Mass Media, Graphic Design, Digital Communications and other disciplines are encouraged to apply.
• Skill in using a computer and/or laptop
• Oral and written communication skills
• Skills in proofreading and editing
• Use of clear and articulate speech
• Interpersonal relations skills
• Reasoning and problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.)
• Ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car

Responsibilities

• Create and design print and digital material
• Adhere to brand guidelines and complete projects according to deadline
• Retouch and manipulate images
• Use graphic design software and work with a wide variety of media
• Collaborate with the Creative Director and creative team to develop design concepts
• Receive feedback from the Creative Director and creative team and make necessary changes
• Assemble final files for printing or digital use

Benefits

• Stipend of $20 per hour
• Flexible schedule available for students
• Opportunities to participate in networking events
• Exposure to NEA events and activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees