Graphic Design Intern

About the Role

The Graphic Design Intern will support the Creative Services team in creating high-quality print and digital marketing materials that bring the National Life brand to life. This role offers hands-on experience designing various materials while learning how an established national brand is managed and evolved. The intern will gain exposure to the creative development process from concept through production, learn to apply National Life's brand standards, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and deliver design solutions that support business objectives.

This position offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation of being in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) and the ability to work-from-home on Fridays. Work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers, marketers, writers, and business partners to develop creative solutions supporting National Life's brand and business objectives.
• Support the design and production of print and digital marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, emails, social graphics, and internal communications.
• Apply National Life's brand standards to ensure consistency across all communications and marketing materials.
• Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution, maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas supporting marketing campaigns and business initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to understand project objectives and translate requirements into effective visual solutions, incorporating feedback as needed.
• Organize and maintain creative assets, project files, and design libraries.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Adobe Creative Cloud: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
• Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint, Teams, Microsoft Office applications
• Canva, Figma, HTML email design, or project management systems like Adobe Workfront are a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communications, digital media, or a related creative field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, typography, layout, and visual design fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Canva, Figma, HTML email design, or project management systems like Adobe Workfront is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

AI Proficiency Expectations

• Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI-enabled ways of working.
• Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI-generated content.
• Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life's AI guiding principles.
• Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property.

Program Highlights

• 10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6, 2027) with formal orientation and onboarding.
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders.
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at a company-wide event.
• Presentation skills coaching sessions.
• Learning opportunities throughout the program.
• Access to mentors (former program participants).

Hourly Pay Range

$19 - $28 USD