Visual Communications Intern (Summer 2027)

Elkay; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Visual Communications Intern to contribute to graphic design, video content, and digital marketing efforts. Under the Senior Graphic Designer, you will work on internal and external communications, social media visuals, and branded templates.

This on-site internship in Milwaukee offers structured onboarding, networking events, mentoring, and a hands-on opportunity to run reports, analyze data, and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program with a major in Graphic Design, Videography, Visual Communications or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Preferred: Rising Junior or Senior
• Excellent communicator with strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Bonus: UX/UI, Figma, After Effects, Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise content

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of promotional and marketing materials for internal and external audiences
• Create visually engaging graphics for use on social media, corporate websites, and digital campaigns
• Develop branded templates and layouts to support consistent internal communications
• Ensure visual consistency and brand alignment across all product lines and communication channels
• Attend and contribute to Corporate Communications and Creative team meetings, collaborating on cross-functional projects as needed

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Written communication

Education

Degree-seeking in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Figma

After Effects

CMS

Job description

Visual Communications Intern (Summer 2027)

The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.

Job Description

Gain valuable experience working within the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Creative Department. The intern will assist with a variety of projects focused on visual storytelling, branding, and digital marketing. Under the guidance of our Senior Graphic Designer, the intern will contribute to project execution, create engaging graphic design and video content for internal, external, and social media channels, and apply strong creative thinking to develop impactful communication strategies. As a part of the intern program, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following: Networking Events – Zurn Elkay hosts multiple networking opportunities in the Summer that give you exposure to other interns, the leadership team, and executive leaders. Coaching and Mentoring – You will have a structured onboarding process to introduce you to Zurn Elkay's corporate culture and provide you with regular feedback. Real Work Experience– Our internship process does not include getting coffee for your boss or running copies. We will provide you with a real opportunity to run reports, share your analysis, and improve our processes. This position will be onsite in our Milwaukee, WI Headquarters.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the design and development of promotional and marketing materials for internal and external audiences
• Create visually engaging graphics for use on social media, corporate websites, and digital campaigns
• Develop branded templates and layouts to support consistent internal communications
• Ensure visual consistency and brand alignment across all product lines and communication channels
• Attend and contribute to Corporate Communications and Creative team meetings, collaborating on cross-functional projects as needed

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program with a major in Graphic Design, Videography, Visual Communications or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Preferred: Rising Junior or Senior
• Excellent communicator with strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Bonus: UX/UI, Figma, After Effects, Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise content

Capabilities and Success Factors

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm
• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Optimizes Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Self-Development – Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation

What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one? A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time. In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse. Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself. What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture. While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most. Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values. We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.