Graphic Design Undergraduate Internship

About the role#

The Brennan Center for Justice is seeking an undergraduate student for a Graphic Design Internship within the Communications department. This role provides design and administrative support to staff and offers opportunities to observe substantive meetings and program work. This is a paid, on-site internship for the Fall 2026 term.

What you'll do#

• Assist with graphic design tasks and produce still and motion graphics for digital channels.
• Conduct archival and photo research to support the development of institutional, campaign, and brand assets.
• Maintain the multimedia archive, including cataloging and organizing graphics, images, and video.
• Perform administrative duties, such as coordinating meetings and drafting routine correspondence.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment as an undergraduate student.
• Excellent design skills and proficiency with Adobe applications, specifically InDesign and Photoshop.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work as an independent self-starter.
• Interest in the mission and issues of the Brennan Center for Justice.
• Academic background in Graphic Design, Communications, Media Studies, or Art.

Location & details#

• Location: New York, NY (On-site).
• Term: September – December 2026.
• Commitment: Approximately 10 – 20 hours per week.
• Compensation: $18.40 per hour (subject to school internship policies).