Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

As a Graphic Design Intern in Emory University’s Department of Communications and Marketing for Summer 2026, you’ll become part of a select intern cohort that will be immersed in the higher education communications experience. With the Creative Director's guidance, your role involves crafting impactful designs for print and digital, innovating social media visuals, and propelling the university's brand into new creative territories. This unique internship experience isn't just about supporting day-to-day tasks; it's about immersing yourself in a collaborative environment, actively participating in campaigns with real-world implications and seizing professional development opportunities designed to empower your career journey.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Design engaging templates for social media, presentations, and digital content. 

• Assist with branding efforts by learning university guidelines, fielding requests, and routing to appropriate team members. 

• Effectively manage various projects against tight deadlines  

• Contribute to Emory’s campus by helping organize memorable university events.  

• Bring new ideas to the table during brainstorming sessions and contribute your fresh perspective to the creative direction of projects.  

• Dive into a wealth of professional development opportunities, broadening your horizons and building your network.  

• Collaborate on a campaign project from conception to execution.  

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Available for 20 hours each week during the summer 2026 semester.  

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree (B.S., B.A., M.A., or M.S.) with a GPA of 3.0 or above.  

• Demonstrated excellence in writing and presenting.  

• Strong relationship-building and client service skills.  

• A detail-oriented and organized approach to tasks.  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.  

• A positive and professional attitude.  

• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud applications (specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).  

• Experience using Adobe After Effects is a plus.  

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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