Creative Intern (Summer 2026)

We’re Hiring: Creative Intern (Summer 2026)
Columbus, OH | 500° Hot Start Program
Program Length: 10 weeks (Summer 2026)
Schedule: Part-time, hourly (on-site)

We’re doing something new at 500°—and we want the right people to help build it.

This summer, we’re launching the first-ever Hot Start Internship Program, and we’re looking for Creative Interns who are ready to get in, get involved, and actually do the work.

This is not a sit-on-the-sidelines internship. You’ll collaborate with designers, creative directors, and account teams on real client projects, contribute ideas, and see your work come to life from concept to execution.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development of creative ideas, concepts, and campaigns
• Design across social, digital, presentations, and print
• Work from creative briefs and execute within brand guidelines
• Participate in brainstorms and creative reviews
• Revise and refine work based on feedback
• Prepare assets for internal and client presentations
• Collaborate with account, project management, and production teams

What Makes This Different

• You’ll work on real work, not mock assignments
• You’ll help shape a pilot internship program
• You’ll get exposure to the full creative process
• Top performers will be considered first for full-time roles

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience from concept through production
• Exposure to real client work across channels
• A final presentation + portfolio-ready work
• Resume and portfolio development support at the end of the program

What We’re Looking For

• Students or recent grads in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field
• A portfolio that demonstrates creative thinking (student work welcome)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong attention to detail and design fundamentals
• Willingness to learn quickly and apply feedback
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Bonus: motion design, animation, video editing, 3D, or photography skills.

How You’ll Stand Out

We’re looking for people who:

• Take initiative and follow through
• Push the work to be better
• Ask smart questions and apply feedback
• Show up as team players and collaborators

If you’re looking for an internship where you actually build your portfolio, sharpen your craft, and make an impact—this is it.