Summer 2027 Graphic Design Intern

Paylocity; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

The Imagine Group in Shakopee, MN is offering a Graphic Design Internship to support marketing and brand initiatives. You will work with marketing professionals, designers, and sales teams to create a wide range of visual assets for internal communications and external campaigns.

The ideal candidate is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, pursues or holds a related degree, and brings strong organization and teamwork skills. This internship is fully onsite at our Shakopee location.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or holding a degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or Visual Communications.
• Proficiency with Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
• Strong attention to detail and file organization.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with teams.
• Portfolio showcasing design work.

Responsibilities

• Assist design and production of marketing materials across digital and print.
• Create social media graphics, presentations, event materials, and emails.
• Support internal sales tools and communications.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Creative, and Sales teams.
• Organize design files and asset libraries.
• Prepare files for production following brand standards.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Education

Graphic Design related degree or current student

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

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.

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

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• 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.