Graphic Design Intern

Austin Community College; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Collaborative work culture

Opportunity to develop skills

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stamford, CT, is offering a paid summer internship for a Graphic Design Intern. Interns will work closely with the design and marketing teams, applying academic knowledge to real-world projects. Responsibilities include researching branding and design trends, assisting with layouts, and maintaining marketing archives. Ideal candidates are pursuing relevant degrees and have a GPA of at least 3.0. This opportunity includes mentorship and exposure to impactful projects, fostering professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a GPA of at least 3.0 to qualify for consideration in the Intern Program.
• Must be authorized to work in the US, no sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Research competitive landscape in premium to luxury furnishings.
• Assist design team on creative concepting.
• Maintain and organize marketing archive.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Excellent organizational skills

Creative thinking

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of aesthetics and cultural trends

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, or Product Design

Job description

Location: Stamford, CT
Department: DWR Graphic Design Team
Duration: May 2026 – August 2026
Schedule: Full Time

Why join us?

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

About this opportunity

MillerKnoll’s Summer Internship Program is a paid, 12-week opportunity that provides a 100% real-world experience for students early in their careers. Throughout the summer you will apply academic learning to real-world situations and cultivate leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

MillerKnoll’s Graphic Design Intern will work closely with the internal design team, merchandising, and marketing teams to bring campaign concepts to life. This role will proactively contribute to creative thinking for project needs.

What You'll Do

• Research competitive landscape of branding within the premium to luxury modern home furnishings industry
• Research on modern design graphic references within home furnishings industry
• Assist graphic design team on routine layouts
• Assist graphic design team on creative concepting
• Maintain and organize marketing archive

What You Bring

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent organizational and file management skills
• Creative thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• In‑depth understanding of aesthetics and cultural trends in interiors and home furnishings.
• Positive attitude, with a willingness to learn.
• Demonstrates professionalism, maturity, self‑awareness, empathy, and emotional intelligence while understanding business goals
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in business, corporate, or project strategy.

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture or Product Design, or a related field.

You must have a GPA of at least 3.0 (overall or within your program) to qualify for consideration in the Intern Program.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the US and will not require sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Exposure to impactful projects and business challenges
• Opportunity to develop technical and analytical skills
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture