Web/Graphic Design Intern

The Paley Center for Media • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Web/Graphic Design Intern will support the Museum’s in‑house Creative Services team across a wide range of digital and print projects. This role is ideal for a student designer who is eager to apply their visual communication skills in a professional cultural institution and gain hands‑on experience with real-world creative workflows.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graphic design, visual communication, or related program at an accredited college or university
• Strong understanding of typography, spatial composition, and color theory
• Ability to follow brand guidelines and maintain visual consistency across formats
• Familiarity with layout design, image editing, and preparing files for print and digital use
• Comfortable learning and applying AI‑assisted creative tools
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Supply portfolio upon request
• Strong work ethic with desire and preference to work in-person as part of a cohesive, collaborative, high-energy, in-the-office work environment

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist design director in creating and adapting visual assets for web and social media, including layouts, promotional graphics, and key art; with comps and mockups for exhibitions, marketing campaigns, and institutional presentations
• Repurpose and configure print flyers, posters, event collateral, and support the development of museum and exhibition signage
• Ensure all design work aligns with established Museum brand guidelines and visual standards
• Collaborate with staff to prepare files for production and maintain organized project assets
• Needs to be proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Canva for daily duties
• Apply practical AI tools (Adobe Firefly, Microsoft Copilot) for photo retouching, content generation, and routine office or workflow tasks

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees