Creative Intern, Design

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

Edelman sits at the intersection of PR, Social, Digital, and Experiential, blurring the lines between each to create smart, innovative, and impactful work that drives conversation and engagement. We’re passionate, unconventional, and driven by a desire to deliver our best work, consistently achieving strong results for our clients.

We are seeking a design intern for a 10-week summer internship program running from Monday, June 8 through Friday, August 14. To be considered, candidates must be a current senior, post graduate student, or recent graduate.

Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

If chosen, you will have the opportunity to work with some of Edelman's largest clients and learn from Edelman’s award-winning Creative teams. Our growing creative teams are the masterminds behind some of the world’s most talked about work. Whether we're teaming up with RZA to replace an outdated and racist ice cream jingle, fighting for intersectional environmental justice with TAZO Tea, or creating a hotel for the world's most devoted Taco Bell fans, the work we create is designed to capture attention and get people talking. It’s not enough to be culturally relevant—our briefs demand that we change culture around us. At Edelman, our creative teams conceptualize Earned-first ideas, which will be a foundational part of the ideation process.

Our Designer will render creative depictions of programming ideas, produce gorgeous images to tell stories, and transform sometimes text-heavy slides into graphic representations of all that we can do as a firm. They’ll not only be able to imagine creative solutions, but describe their intent. They’ll also counsel teams on what can and can’t be done in a given time period, collaborate with other designers and art directors, and command a toolbox of skills to quickly and efficiently transform undesigned content into beautiful documents.

It will be important to stay current on design trends, identify and implement the coolest, newest creative ideas. It is also important that this designer is inclusive in the creative, allowing collaboration and meaningful exchange between design and account teams—all the while helping to execute a shared vision that is top-notch.

To be considered, please submit an application & portfolio by April 24, 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with creative leadership to concept and plan execution

• Develop conceptual and stylistic direction and execute same for a wide variety of communications projects

• Create campaign ideas for case studies, pitches and client presentations

• Lead and participate in creative brainstorms

• Develop tactics which bring creative concepts to life and achieve program objectives

• Review and edit files and drive client approval process

• Manage time and establish priorities while maintaining flexibility to respond to changing demands

• Work effectively with external vendors and internal colleagues to complete projects within timeframe and budget

• Manage multiple jobs simultaneously

• Work closely with a project manager to schedule projects and coordinate production

• Coordinate and collaborate with Edelman’s design network

• Sharp eye for layout consistency for format, and amazing attention to detail

• Create highly conceptual pieces of work that achieve client and business goals
  

Qualifications:

• A BFA in Fine Arts, Advertising or Graphic Design, strong understanding of graphic design, strong layout and composition with a keen eye for typography

• Experienced in: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint and Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience in Premier Pro and After Effects a huge plus.

• Portfolio reflecting experience in branding, presentations, infographics, digital/interactive, advertising and print design

• Strong verbal communication skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally and with a fast-paced team

• Keen attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

• Ability to own projects, demonstrate good judgment when working with team members and client contacts, and take initiative

• A diverse portfolio reflecting work across print, digital and social media

• Demonstrated experience with concepting highly creative designs

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines as well as day-to-day changes at every level of detail
  

Additional Information

• Program Duration: Monday, June 8 – Friday, August 14, 2026.

• In order to be considered, you must be a current senior, post-graduate student, or recent graduate.

• This role is hybrid, interns will be onsite 3 days/week

• Interns are paid $22/hour and are expected to work a full-time schedule (40 hours/week).

• Edelman does not provide any form of housing reimbursement

• Only students who are authorized to work in the United States will be considered
  

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.