Volunteer Graphic Designer Internship (Course Credit Eligible) - Now Hiring

Childhood Cancer Society10 months ago
Thornton, CO, United States
Remote
Internship
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

This volunteer internship at Childhood Cancer Society is ideal for emerging Graphic Designers who want to develop their portfolio and gain hands‐on experience while contributing to a meaningful cause. You will collaborate with the Art Department team and work under the direction of the Creative Director and Project Managers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Follow direction from the Creative Director and Project Managers
  • Conduct research, develop concepts, and create projects from start to finish
  • Approach design challenges strategically and thoughtfully
  • Participate actively in critique sessions and provide/receive constructive feedback
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
  • Attend twice-weekly meetings with camera on

Required Qualifications

  • Teachable, coachable, and open to learning
  • Receptive to feedback and able to integrate it effectively
  • Proficiency in Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Lightroom)
  • Ability to create vector and raster images from scratch
  • Familiarity with Canva
  • Strong understanding of design fundamentals (typography, color, alignment, layout, hierarchy)
  • Understanding of branding and the ability to build and follow Brand Guidelines
  • Strong communication skills; comfortable speaking in meetings
  • Portfolio required (school projects are welcome)
  • Self-starter capable of working independently
  • Friendly, reliable, and comfortable working remotely

Required Skills

Vector and Raster Design
Research
Layout and Hierarchy
Adobe Photoshop
Collaboration
Time Management
Communication
Feedback Integration
Brand Guidelines
Adobe Illustrator
Typography
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Lightroom
Color Theory
Adobe After Effects
Concept Development
Canva