Graphic Design Intern

LCS; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

LCS is offering a paid, full‑time summer marketing internship in Des Moines. Over 12 weeks you’ll contribute to brand campaigns, digital communications, and internal marketing projects while gaining exposure to the full creative process from concept to final production.

You’ll work on real projects for real audiences, with mentorship, and a presentation to senior leadership at program end. This role requires a graphic design portfolio and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication design or a related field.
• Sophomore, junior or senior standing.
• Graphic or digital design experience gained through coursework, employment, freelance work or a previous internship.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
• High level of competency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, hierarchy and brand consistency.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and problem‑solving skills.
• Portfolio demonstrating design thinking and proficiency across relevant applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the marketing team with print, digital and presentation design projects.
• Design polished graphics, presentations, guides and marketing materials.
• Contribute to brand campaigns and new‑business initiatives.
• Prepare and optimize digital imagery for web, email and responsive applications.
• Help develop concepts, mood boards and creative directions.
• Manage multiple projects from initial concept through final production.
• Present concepts and creative ideas to the marketing team.
• Incorporate feedback and follow established brand standards.
• Prepare production‑ready files and conduct quality‑control reviews.
• Collaborate with writers, marketers and other internal partners.
• Support the design, development and testing of responsive HTML email campaigns.
• Help translate approved designs into email‑friendly layouts using HTML and CSS.
• Review emails for visual consistency, usability and responsiveness across devices.

Skills

Portfolio

Adobe Creative Cloud

Typography & layout

Attention to detail

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or visual communication

Tools

HTML & CSS for email

Job description

About the program

This internship is a full-time, 12-week program (40 hours per week) running from May through August. Interns will gain hands‑on professional experience by contributing to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the business. The program will conclude with a presentation to the senior leadership team, highlighting both the project outcomes and the overall internship experience. Throughout the summer, interns will also gain broad exposure to the organization and its operations.

Join the LCS marketing team for a paid, full‑time summer internship where you’ll create real work for real audiences. Over the course of your internship, you’ll contribute to brand campaigns, business development materials, digital communications and internal marketing projects while gaining experience across the full creative process, from concept development through final production.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the marketing team with print, digital and presentation design projects
• Design polished graphics, presentations, guides and marketing materials
• Contribute to brand campaigns and new‑business initiatives
• Prepare and optimize digital imagery for web, email and responsive applications
• Help develop concepts, mood boards and creative directions
• Manage multiple projects from initial concept through final production
• Present concepts and creative ideas to the marketing team
• Incorporate feedback and follow established brand standards
• Prepare production‑ready files and conduct quality‑control reviews
• Collaborate with writers, marketers and other internal partners
• Support the design, development and testing of responsive HTML email campaigns
• Help translate approved designs into email‑friendly layouts using HTML and CSS
• Review emails for visual consistency, usability and responsiveness across devices

Knowledge & Skills:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication design or a related field
• Sophomore, junior or senior standing
• Graphic or digital design experience gained through coursework, employment, freelance work or a previous internship
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud
• High level of competency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, hierarchy and brand consistency
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Excellent communication, collaboration and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to accept feedback, follow art direction and revise work thoughtfully
• A portfolio demonstrating design thinking and proficiency across relevant applications

Preferred but not required:

• Experience with HTML and CSS, particularly for email design
• Familiarity with motion design or Adobe After Effects
• Familiarity with accessible and responsive design principles

What We’re Looking For:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, Marketing, Public Relations or Communications or a related major
• Must have graphic or digital design experience from an internship, job or coursework.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing.

Why join us?

• Hands‑on experience in a professional environment
• Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunities for networking and career development
• Meaningful project work that makes an impact
• Competitive hourly rate: $22.50/hour

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long‑term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPROTUNITY EMPLOYER.