Student Internship - Brand Design - Winter 2026 - University of Cincinnati

Gensler • New York, NY

116d • $25 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you're into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone. Our depth of expertise spans disciplines—from workplace and mixed use to education, hospitality, cultural institutions, digital tech, and more. Whether we're dreaming into a future learning environment, planning a new urban district or designing a super tall building, we strive to make the everyday places people occupy more inspiring, more resilient and more impactful. As a Brand Design Intern in Gensler's New York office, you will join our creative studio environment for a full-time, paid internship opportunity. This is a full-time program running from January 12 through April 24. You must be available for the entire duration of the program. This is not a remote position. You will use your design expertise to contribute to a wide variety of project types, including environmental, print, digital, and brand development. You will be working under the mentorship of lead designers and will gain tremendous experience and insight into the project processes.

Requirements

• All candidates must be enrolled in their third year of undergraduate education or first year of graduate education in Graphic Design or Communications Design at the University of Cincinnati.
• A strong grasp of the fundamentals of graphic design - including color theory, typography, composition, and scale.
• Willingness to take direction and learn from design professionals from a variety of disciplines.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn the elements of holistic, spatial experience design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with CAD Tools and designing in architectural scale is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design unique environmental experiences across a diverse media landscape.
• Help clients enhance their brand and business performance through design.
• Develop creative, up-front design concepts.
• Work closely with architects, interior designers, digital designers, and strategists.
• Participate in concept design and strategic project visioning.
• Gain knowledge of the spatial design process by designing in large scale and understanding technical drawings.

Benefits

• Paid internship at the rate of either $25-$27.50 per hour based upon location and year completed in your educational program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree