Design & Visuals Intern: Create Impactful Digital Content

University of Delaware; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 13,392 - 20,088; Full time

Job summary

Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) in Washington, DC, offers a Design and Visuals Intern position to support digital content, graphics, and data visuals. The role accepts full‑time or part‑time commitments and welcomes interns who value international affairs and national security.

Selected candidates will work with the design team, gain exposure to UI/UX elements, and prepare multimedia content for distribution. A GPA of 3.2, relevant coursework, and U.S. work eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Must have GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
• Should have completed coursework in Digital Design, Marketing, International Relations, Political Science, or related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week, remote or in-office.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Resume/CV required.
• Cover letter outlining why you resonate with FDD projects and availability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with digital content, graphic design, and data visualization.
• Support the design of FDD‑branded materials across digital and print platforms.
• Create graphics, develop data visualizations, and design UI/UX elements for digital products.
• Help prepare multimedia content for online distribution.
• Contribute to consistent visual branding across communications.

Skills

Graphic design

Data visualization

UI/UX basics

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Relevant coursework: Digital Design

Relevant coursework: Marketing

Relevant coursework: International Relations

Relevant coursework: Political Science

Tools

Adobe Premiere

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Figma

Canva

Job description

Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) in Washington, DC, offers a Design and Visuals Intern position to support digital content, graphics, and data visuals. The role accepts full‑time or part‑time commitments and welcomes interns who value international affairs and national security.

Selected candidates will work with the design team, gain exposure to UI/UX elements, and prepare multimedia content for distribution. A GPA of 3.2, relevant coursework, and U.S. work eligibility are required.