2027 TFC Summer Internship - Creative Services

Freeman•Columbia, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’s largest network of experts, The Freeman Company's insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 99-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter. TFC Summer Internship Experience - May 24th to July 30th Are you a student interested in design, creative strategy, visual storytelling, or marketing and curious about how creative ideas become memorable brand experiences? Join The Freeman Company for a 10-week summer internship experience where you'll contribute to real projects, learn alongside industry professionals, build your network, and participate in professional development throughout the summer. Working in Creative Services, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to one of our industry-leading brands: The Freeman Company, Sparks, or mdg. You'll collaborate with designers, strategists, marketers, and other creative professionals while gaining exposure to real client work. Depending on your role and company, you may support: Creative & Strategic Design (TFC): Develop experiential design concepts and visual solutions. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and SketchUp Environmental Design (Sparks): Bring immersive environments to life through 3D modeling, rendering, drafting, and design presentations. Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, V-Ray, Vantage, and Enscape Graphic Design (Sparks): Create visual solutions for events and branded experiences through environmental graphics, production layouts, and visual storytelling. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop Account Services (mdg): Support client programs, integrated marketing campaigns, research, and campaign execution. Experience with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and digital collaboration tools This position will support Creative Services (Sparks and mdg) teams. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of: Washington, DC Philadelphia, PA New York City, NY Orlando, FL

Requirements

Completing their college degree or program between December 2027 and May 2028
Majors in Graphic Design, Environmental Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Design Strategy, Marketing, Communications, Business, or related programs
Interested in experiential design, creative strategy, visual storytelling, marketing, or client services
Strong collaborators with creative thinking, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-based environment
Proficient with the creative, design, marketing, or digital tools relevant to their internship area

Nice To Haves

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, and SketchUp
Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Vectorworks, V-Ray, Vantage, and Enscape
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop
Experience with Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and digital collaboration tools

Responsibilities

Contribute to real client, creative, design, and marketing projects
Collaborate with designers, strategists, marketers, and cross-functional teams
Support concept development, research, campaign planning, and presentations
Create visual assets, layouts, renderings, presentations, or client deliverables
See how strategy, design, and storytelling transform ideas into experiences