New York Cosmos

New York Cosmos

Graphic Design Internship

New York Cosmos - Intern
Paterson · NJ · Hybrid
Internship · Graphic Design/Creative Services · Unpaid Internship
Position Title: Graphic Design Intern
Location: Hybrid
Department: Creative & Marketing
Duration: Through Fall Semester
Compensation: Unpaid (For College Credits)

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Graphic Design Intern to join our Creative and Marketing team. This internship is ideal for a Graphic Design, Web Design, or Fine Arts student who has a strong understanding of visual storytelling, branding, and digital design. As a Graphic Design Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience developing creative assets that bring our brand to life across marketing campaigns, events, and consumer products. You’ll collaborate closely with our in-house designers and marketers, contributing to real-world projects that span both digital and physical applications.

Key Responsibilities
• Support the creative team in developing graphic assets for marketing campaigns, social media, web, packaging, and events.
• Assist in creating and maintaining brand style guides and visual identity documentation.
• Learn how design assets are applied across various marketing channels and consumer-facing touchpoints.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and collaborative planning with the creative and marketing departments.
• Help prepare mockups, presentations, and other supporting materials for internal and external use.
• Contribute to a variety of creative projects that align with brand goals and marketing strategy.

Requirements
• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.).
• Must have access to Adobe Creative Suite software and personal design equipment (e.g., laptop/tablet).
• Strong visual design skills, with attention to detail, color, and layout.
• A basic understanding of branding principles and digital asset management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

Nice to Have
• Familiarity with web design principles, motion graphics, or UI/UX design is a plus.
• Experience using tools like Shopify, Canva, or Sketch.
• Interest in marketing, consumer trends, or brand development.

What You'll Learn
• How a cohesive visual identity is built, maintained, and evolved.
• The process of creating and applying brand assets across campaigns and platforms.
• Best practices in collaborative design workflows within a marketing-driven environment.
• Insight into creative direction, branding strategy, and production for consumer-facing materials.

Please submit your resume, portfolio (or samples of your work), and a short cover letter telling us why you're excited about this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.