Graphic Design Intern - Summer 2027

Program Duration: End of May - Early August

Location: Urbandale, IA (On-site)

Pella Corporation is seeking a motivated student for our Graphic Design Internship in Urbandale, Iowa.

As a member of 115 Creative, Pella's internal creative agency, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting design and content creation initiatives that support the business across a variety of channels. Working alongside experienced creative professionals, you'll contribute to both print and digital projects while building technical, creative, and professional skills in a real-world environment.

This internship provides opportunities to collaborate with creative team members and business partners while gaining experience in design execution, content development, and creative problem-solving.

If you're passionate about design, creativity, visual communication, and bringing ideas to life through compelling content, we'd love to connect with you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Graphic Design Intern, you will support design and content creation initiatives across a variety of marketing and business projects.

Responsibilities are similar to what we expect of entry-level design professionals and provide opportunities to develop creative, technical, and professional skills through meaningful project work.

As a Graphic Design Intern, you may:

• Design print materials that support marketing and business initiatives
• Design digital materials for a variety of internal and external audiences
• Edit videos for social media and other business-related productions
• Edit and enhance images for creative projects
• Utilize AI-supported image tools and design technologies as appropriate
• Collaborate with creative team members to execute a variety of assignments and projects
• Support content creation efforts across multiple channels

Projects and assignments will be determined based on business needs and team priorities.

Additional Information

• Full-time internship assignment (May-August 2027)
• Assigned manager and creative team support throughout the internship
• No supervisory responsibilities
• Opportunities to collaborate with marketing, creative, and cross-functional business teams
• Exposure to both print and digital design projects
• Opportunity to gain marketing and creative agency experience through meaningful project work

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Design, User Experience Design, Multimedia Design, or a related field
• Junior standing preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain design consistency across projects
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively present and explain design concepts and decisions
• Experience with Adobe InDesign and/or Figma
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop
• Basic video editing skills

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Exposure to AI image generation or image editing tools
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
• Interest in marketing, branding, and visual storytelling
• Interest in home design, interior design, or related industries
• Portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, attention to detail, and visual communication skills
• Experience creating design work through coursework, student organizations, freelance work, internships, or personal projects

Compensation

The starting pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour. Compensation for this role is established through Pella Corporation’s internship program. Eligible participants may receive transition assistance in accordance with company policies and program guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment. Post-offer background check and drug screen required. Pella participates in E-Verify. Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment. Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. Several states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.