Graphic Design Intern, Summer 2026
About the position
KERA is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our creative team for Summer 2026. This intern will assist in producing visual assets for digital, print, and on-air projects that support KERA’s storytelling, branding, and marketing efforts. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, attention to detail, and an eagerness to create compelling visual content that aligns with KERA’s brand identity. This is a part-time, FLSA-classified non-exempt position and will report to the Creative Director.
Responsibilities
• Assist in creating digital and print graphics for KERA’s marketing, social media, events, and editorial content
• Design visual assets for KERA’s websites, newsletters, and promotional materials
• Collaborate with the creative and communications teams to develop engaging visuals
• Support branding efforts for KERA and its brands
• Edit and optimize graphics for different platforms and formats
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input
• Maintain organization of design files and assets
• Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
• Qualified applicants must be current students (enrolled in an accredited degree program) or have graduated no more than 12 months prior to the start of the internship.
• Portfolio showcasing graphic design work
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience using Canva
• Understanding of basic design principles (typography, color, layout)
• Ability to take creative direction and apply feedback
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
Nice-to-haves
• Photography or video editing skills
• Interest in public media and storytelling
• Experience in Figma
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KERA is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our creative team for Summer 2026. This intern will assist in producing visual assets for digital, print, and on-air projects that support KERA’s storytelling, branding, and marketing efforts. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, attention to detail, and an eagerness to create compelling visual content that aligns with KERA’s brand identity. This is a part-time, FLSA-classified non-exempt position and will report to the Creative Director.
Responsibilities
• Assist in creating digital and print graphics for KERA’s marketing, social media, events, and editorial content
• Design visual assets for KERA’s websites, newsletters, and promotional materials
• Collaborate with the creative and communications teams to develop engaging visuals
• Support branding efforts for KERA and its brands
• Edit and optimize graphics for different platforms and formats
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input
• Maintain organization of design files and assets
• Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
• Qualified applicants must be current students (enrolled in an accredited degree program) or have graduated no more than 12 months prior to the start of the internship.
• Portfolio showcasing graphic design work
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience using Canva
• Understanding of basic design principles (typography, color, layout)
• Ability to take creative direction and apply feedback
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
Nice-to-haves
• Photography or video editing skills
• Interest in public media and storytelling
• Experience in Figma
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job