Graphic Design Internship - FTG

MatchWornShirt; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 5,100 - 6,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allowance €500/month

Daily lunch

On-site gym with trainer

Travel reimbursement €200/month

International team

Amsterdam/Zaandam facilities

Job summary

MatchWornShirt seeks a creative Graphic Design Intern to support Frame The Game, our in-house framing service. You will shape the output that showcases premium sports memorabilia and collaborate with the Project Manager to expand our brand internationally.

You are a self-starter with a passion for sports culture, ready to contribute in a fast-growing, international environment. This full-time internship starts in September and lasts 5–6 months.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards a Bachelor/HBO/MBO in Design.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• EU passport or enrollment at a university in the Netherlands.
• Available for a full-time, 5–6 month internship starting in September.

Responsibilities

• Frame Design: Produce a consistent, on-brand frame designs for partners, auctions and new e-commerce platform.
• Template Expansion: Build and maintain a library of reusable templates for faster production.
• Design System Development: Help build a scalable design system (components, layouts, assets).
• Workflow Optimization: Collaborate with the Project Manager to streamline production processes and adapt templates for new markets.
• Studio Interaction: Work directly within our in-house studio environment.
• Quality & Mentorship: Participate in onboarding and review rhythm aligned with university requirements.

Skills

Creative thinking

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

English fluent

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor/HBO/MBO in Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

About Us

At MWS, we are on a mission to become the home of game-worn culture. We do this by connecting global fanbases to the ultimate fan item: match worn and signed shirts from the world's biggest athletes and brands around the world. We accelerate engagement, interaction, and revenue by enabling our customers to access pieces of sporting history, while raising funds for the causes that matter most to our partners. We do it all live from kick-off. With more than 350 partners globally, we are the outright market leaders in our industry. We see ourselves as innovators, constantly looking for new ways to surprise and delight our audience.

About Us

At MWS, we are on a mission to become the home of game-worn culture. We do this by connecting global fanbases to the ultimate fan item: match worn and signed shirts from the world's biggest athletes and brands around the world. We accelerate engagement, interaction, and revenue by enabling our customers to access pieces of sporting history, while raising funds for the causes that matter most to our partners. We do it all live from kick-off. With more than 350 partners globally, we are the outright market leaders in our industry. We see ourselves as innovators, constantly looking for new ways to surprise and delight our audience.

About You

As a Graphic Design Intern for our in-house framing service, Frame The Game, you will support the Project Manager in shaping the creative output that showcases premium sports memorabilia. You are a creative, self-starting designer who loves to stay ahead of the curve and surprise both clubs and customers. You thrive in a high-freedom, high-responsibility environment, possess a genuine passion for sports, and are ready to play a hands-on part in expanding our brand internationally.

What You'll Do

• Frame Design: Produce a consistent, reliable volume of on-brand frame designs for our potential partners, auctions, and new e-commerce platform.
• Template Expansion: Build, maintain, and expand a library of reusable, standardized templates for MWS auction frames to increase production speed and ensure quality.
• Design System Development: Help build and uphold a scalable design system (components, layouts, and brand assets) to increase team output while maintaining brand consistency.
• Workflow Optimization: Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to streamline existing production processes, adapt templates for new markets, and keep shared asset libraries organized.
• Studio Interaction: Bring your creative ideas to life and work directly within our in-house studio environment.
• Quality & Mentorship: Work directly "under the wings" of our Project Manager, participating in a structured onboarding and review rhythm aligned with your university requirements.

What You Bring

• Creativity & Initiative: The ability to generate original ideas, stand out, and proactively take ownership of your projects.
• Technical Design Proficiency: Confidence and competency using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Adaptability: Comfort working within a young, fast-growing, and rapidly changing international organization.
• Organizational & Team Skills: Strong organizational abilities paired with a collaborative, communicative mindset.
• Sports Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for football and wider sports culture.

Qualifications And Experience

• Education: Currently studying towards (or recently completed) a Bachelor, HBO, or MBO degree in Design or another creative field—ideally in your final year.
• Language: Fluent in English, both written and verbal (any additional language is an advantage).
• Legal: You hold an EU passport or are currently enrolled at a university in the Netherlands.
• Availability: Ready for a full-time, 5 to 6-month internship starting in September.

What We Offer

• Informal and Sporty Environment: An informal, international, and sports-focused work environment.
• Room for Initiative and Impact: Plenty of room for your ideas and the opportunity to make a real impact.
• Internship Remuneration: A competitive internship allowance of €500 per month.
• Daily Lunch: A free and healthy lunch provided daily in the office.
• On-Site Gym: Access to a private gym with a personal trainer that you can use anytime.
• Commute & Travel Coverage: Reimbursement of travel expenses up to a maximum of €200 per month.
• Perks & Culture: Access to our gym and personal training, weekly Friday-afternoon drinks, team events and a young, vibrant office culture.
• Location: Based between our Amsterdam HQ and Zaandam warehouse facility.

Our procedure

• Introductory video call with our Talent Acquisition Manager (± 20 min).
• Assessment round (± 120 min).
• Online interview round 1 (± 45 min).
• In-person interview round 2 (± 45 min).

Grab this opportunity and conquer the international football world with us!