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Graphic Design Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Marketing
    Design
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a Graphic Design program (2nd/3rd year), have a portfolio, and be proficient in design software. Strong communication, attention to detail, and teamwork skills are essential.
  • You will collaborate with teams to understand objectives, create graphics using design software, produce marketing materials, support with infographics, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, majoring in Graphic Design
  • Completing your second or third year of degree work
  • School or Professional Portfolio of work/work samples
  • Proficiency in graphic design software and tools, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of design principles, such as typography, color, layout, and composition
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the marketing team
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with marketing, corporate teams and department leaders to understand their objectives for a larger vision and help determine the steps to get there.
  • Use graphic design software and tools, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint, to create high-quality and professional graphics
  • Work with other graphic designers to produce various marketing materials, such as, but not limited to, advertisements, banners, brochures, flyers, posters, presentations, newsletters and more
  • Support our team with graphics/infographics, as needed
  • Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Graphic Design Intern?

The primary responsibility of the Graphic Design Intern is to create compelling and consistent visual content that showcases our architectural and engineering projects, collaborating with the marketing team to promote our expertise, values, and vision.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program majoring in Graphic Design, preferably completing their second or third year, and have a school or professional portfolio of work.

What software skills are necessary for this position?

Proficiency in graphic design software and tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and PowerPoint is required.

Is previous experience required for this internship?

While previous experience is not explicitly required, a school or professional portfolio showcasing relevant work is necessary.

Will the intern work independently or as part of a team?

The intern will have the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively with the marketing team.

What types of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will be involved in producing various marketing materials, including advertisements, banners, brochures, flyers, posters, presentations, newsletters, and more.

How many hours per week is the internship?

The specific hours per week are not mentioned in the job description, but the internship may require managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Does GMC offer any support for interns after the internship concludes?

While the job description does not explicitly mention post-internship support, GMC values community and collaboration, suggesting they might offer opportunities for further engagement or networking.

What qualities does GMC value in its team members?

GMC values creativity, collaboration, quality, integrity, and a commitment to making a difference in the community through their work.

Are there any specific skills emphasized in the job requirements?

Yes, essential skills include knowledge of design principles, excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Building Communities.

Technology
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1947
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals and other commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and restoring resilient environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. One of the Southeast’s most comprehensive multi-disciplined firms, GMC is equipped to provide all the services associated with architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, landscape architecture, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery.