Design Intern

About Golin:

At Golin, we redefine public relations by turning bold ideas into reality. With a presence in 50+ locations and a team of 1,700 experts, we deliver dynamic, multi-market solutions that captivate and inspire.

As a multi-award-winning agency, we push boundaries in brand innovation, digital storytelling, and healthcare advocacy. Learn more and discover the power of change at golin.com.

An Exciting Opportunity to Launch Your Career at Golin! 

Golin is looking for a Design Intern ready to create with purpose and make an impact. If you’re fluent in Adobe Creative Suite and passionate about connecting brands to culture, this paid, full-time internship opportunity could be your launchpad!

In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced agency environment, where your ideas won’t just be heard, they’ll be seen.

About The Experience:

• 6-Month Paid Internship: August-December 2025, Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.


• Hybrid Role: Work onsite 3 days a week from our vibrant offices in Chicago’s historical Merchandise Mart building!


• Skill-Enhancement Program: Enhance your design skills by collaborating on real-world projects.


• Personalized Mentorship: Enjoy 1:1 guidance from industry leaders.


• Networking Opportunities: Connect with experts and expand your network.

About The Role:

• Develop design assets for social media and web platforms

• Design presentation materials for internal and external audiences


• Produce print collateral such as mailers, card inserts, and out-of-home materials


• Support cross-sector design needs (Consumer, B2B, Healthcare)


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a highly interactive environment

About You:

• BA in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (obtained between 2024 and 2025)


• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc.) and PowerPoint


• Working knowledge of After Effects & Figma (a plus!)


• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within diverse brand guidelines


• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset


• Ability to switch between brand styles and project types


• Hourly pay rate for this role is fixed at $22.00.

About The Team:

• Inclusive, energetic, and idea-driven


• You’ll be surrounded by experienced creatives who are invested in your growth


• Brainstorms are lively, feedback is thoughtful, and collaboration is constant


• We celebrate curiosity, encourage questions, and value fresh perspectives


• Interns aren’t just observers—they’re contributors from day one

The Application Process:

• Your resume, portfolio link, and required application question (listed under the Your Turn section) should combined into a single PDF document

• Each answer should be no more than 200 words. 


• Save your document as: “Last Name, First Name.pdf”

• NOTE:  To be considered for this role, you must follow these instructions. 

The Interview Process:

• Initial Phone Screen: A 30-minute call with our Talent team to explore your background and enthusiasm for the role.


• Hiring Team Deep Dive: A 60-minute interview to uncover your craft skills and abilities.

Your Turn:

• Imagine the kind of work you aspire to create. Which recent brand campaign reflects that vision through its design, and why does it resonate with you?

Important Note: Any request to schedule an interview and any legitimate offer of employment will only come from an authorized representative of Golin. We will never require an applicant to provide sensitive, personally identifiable information to conduct an interview.  

Golin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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