Summer 2027 Graphic Design Intern

Imagine; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Imagine Group is seeking dynamic and enthusiastic interns for Summer 2027 in Shakopee. You will collaborate with marketing, creative, and sales teams to create visual assets supporting internal communications and external brand marketing efforts.

Ideal candidates are current students or recent graduates in Graphic Design, Marketing, or Visual Communications with strong Adobe Creative Suite skills and a portfolio. This internship is fully onsite at our Shakopee location.

Qualifications

• Current student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Visual Communications, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including basic knowledge of file management and asset organization
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Portfolio showcasing design work, course projects, or relevant creative experience

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and production of marketing materials across digital and print channels.
• Create and update external-facing assets such as social media graphics, presentations, event materials, email graphics, and promotional content.
• Support the development of internal-facing materials including sales tools, employee communications, and company presentations.
• Collaborate with the Marketing, Creative, and Sales teams on a variety of projects and campaigns.
• Help organize design files, assets, and project libraries to maintain efficient workflows.
• Prepare files for production while following established brand standards and design specifications.
• Participate in create brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas.
• Learn industry best practices through real-world projects and mentorship from experienced team members.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Graphic design

Education

Graphic Design degree

Tools

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

Description

The Imagine Group is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic interns who are eager to learn. We have internships available in various departments of our exciting and fast-paced visual communication organization. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Imagine works with consumer and entertainment brands to combine cutting-edge printing technology with the latest communication trends to deliver expert-made and strategic worldwide campaigns and messaging. As an intern at Imagine, you will have the opportunity to collaborate on creative and production capabilities all under one roof.

A Graphic Design Intern will be creative, organized, and motivated to support our marketing initiatives and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This internship is an opportunity to work alongside marketing professionals, designers, and sales teams to create a wide range of visual assets that support both internal communications and external brand marketing efforts.

The ideal candidate is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, understands the importance of file organization and production best practices, and is eager to learn from experienced creatives while contributing meaningful work from day one. Internship will be fully onsite at our Shakopee location.

We look forward to receiving your interest in our Summer 2027 Internship program!

Knowledge And Skills You Will Gain

• Assist in the design and production of marketing materials across digital and print channels.
• Create and update external-facing assets such as social media graphics, presentations, event materials, email graphics, and promotional content.
• Support the development of internal-facing materials including sales tools, employee communications, and company presentations.
• Collaborate with the Marketing, Creative, and Sales teams on a variety of projects and campaigns.
• Help organize design files, assets, and project libraries to maintain efficient workflows.
• Prepare files for production while following established brand standards and design specifications.
• Participate in create brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas.
• Learn industry best practices through real-world projects and mentorship from experienced team members.

Requirements

• Current student or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Visual Communications, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including basic knowledge of file management and asset organization
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Portfolio showcasing design work, course projects, or relevant creative experience

PAY STATEMENT

The national pay range for this role is listed above. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

EEO STATEMENT

The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Description

USD $20.00/Hr.