Graphic Design Intern

About the role

The Graphic Design Intern supports HIG's Creative Services Coordinator with design and production work across primarily employee benefits and as needed, agency communications. This is a great fit for a graphic design student who wants practical experience in a professional environment, can handle quick turnarounds, works well independently, and takes feedback well.

Responsibilities

• 60% Design & Production Support — designs presentations, flyers, ads, event materials, and sales support pieces; produces benefit guides, open enrollment presentations, and informational flyers; assists with basic video content for benefit education, including editing and formatting; converts and formats files (PDF to Canva, PowerPoint to Canva) and manipulates layouts to align with brand standards; ensures visual consistency across materials and platforms so all content reflects unified brand identity; completes fast-paced design requests from internal teams and departments.
• 20% Platform & File Management — works confidently across PDF, PowerPoint, Canva, and other file formats; updates existing materials and templates to meet brand standards; maintains organized files and ensures accurate formatting across versions; collaborates with the Creative Services Coordinator, Sales Enablement, and other departments.
• 10% Collaboration Feedback Integration — incorporates direction and feedback to refine materials; supports design needs across the agency, as assigned.
• 10% Determination Skill Development — demonstrates initiative in learning new design techniques, video editing basics, and platform capabilities; shows commitment to improving design quality, efficiency, and technical skill.

Requirements

• Computer Skills: Knowledge of Canva, PDF editing tools, PowerPoint, and general internet software; comfort working across multiple file formats and platforms.
• Education and/or Experience: Following majors are preferred: Marketing, Graphic Design, Advertising, Communications (specifically content creation focused); looking for experience in content creation, brand guide execution, advertising, and professional communications; if applicable, please prepare a small portfolio to share.