Spring 2026: Graphic Design Intern

Graph Design Intern

With over 30 years in the licensing industry focusing on brand extensions, The Shark Group has developed multi-million dollar programs with major brands. Our powerful network of strategic partners—maintained at the senior level of our business—crosses industries including social media, publishing, advertising, brand development, and other sectors that require graphic design expertise.

As an intern, you will collaborate with the Content Coordinator to develop your knowledge of communications and graphic design as it relates to brand marketing across all digital platforms, from social media to web design. This internship will provide you with exposure to strategic brand development, enhancing your creative thinking, design, and communication skills, specifically in the context of digital media.

Interns will be exposed to a variety of projects throughout the course of their internship, in line with their educational goals and career interests, focusing primarily on digital and media design.

Qualifications:

• High knowledge and experience using Adobe Suite—Illustrator & Photoshop—and Canva is essential.
• Highly functional in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.).
• Well-developed design aesthetic.
• Ability to understand typography, with a strong understanding of typefaces, layout, and composition.
• Ability to use Creative AI tools such as MidJourney, Canva, and Photoshop Beta is a plus.
• Illustrative skills are highly valued but not required.
• Interest in digital photography and how it relates to artistic compositions.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and take initiative to solve problems and meet deadlines in a high-intensity setting.
• Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information.
• Ability to take constructive criticism, channeling such feedback for positive professional growth.
• Great organizational skills.
• Be passionate and proactive.

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in creating engaging visuals for social media, websites, and digital campaigns.
• Support the Content Coordinator in designing layouts, infographics, and branded templates.
• Apply design fundamentals such as typography, color, and composition to develop professional-level graphics.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Canva to produce high-quality assets.
• Explore and experiment with AI design tools (MidJourney, Photoshop Beta, Canva AI) to enhance creative outputs.
• Contribute to digital brand marketing initiatives across multiple platforms.
• Adapt graphics for different formats including Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, newsletters, and presentations.
• Ensure all designs align with The Shark Group’s branding standards and guidelines.
• Research competitor content and industry design trends to inspire fresh creative ideas.
• Collaborate with the Content Coordinator and marketing team to brainstorm and execute creative concepts.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss project timelines and strategies.
• Provide design support for presentations, reports, and event collateral.
• Accept and apply constructive feedback to refine design deliverables.
• Maintain organized archives of design files with proper version control.
• Prepare mockups and presentation materials for internal and external use.
• Assist with updating and maintaining brand/design guideline documentation.
• Help track design requests and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Gain hands-on experience in digital media design and brand development.
• Strengthen technical design skills while contributing to live projects.
• Build a portfolio of work demonstrating growth in creative thinking, branding, and communications.

Requirements:

• A passion for Graphic Design!  
• 15-20 hours per week
• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university and able to receive credit for your internship at The Shark Group.
• Must provide an official school letter acknowledging proof of enrollment and eligibility.
• All interns will be required to commute in the Miami office and must have access to transportation, a computer/laptop

A daily attendance stipend of $30 per day will be tallied and paid out at the end of each month via a mailed check.

The Shark Group is in compliance with all State and Federal labor laws and guidelines.