Graphic Design Intern

Helping Hand
Countryside, Illinois, United StatesPosted Sep 15, 2026
DesignYear-round

About the role

Description Design with Purpose. Create with Impact.

Are you an emerging designer ready to transform ideas into meaningful visual experiences? Helping Hand is looking for a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Design Intern to help bring our mission to life across print and digital platforms.

Working alongside our Creative Designer, you will create materials that support marketing, fundraising, recruitment, events, and community engagement. From social media graphics and campaign materials to print-ready files and brand development, this hands-on internship offers the opportunity to strengthen your portfolio while creating work that makes a difference.

Helping Hand’s mission is to transform lives through genuine care and education, and our vision is that all people are equally valued. If you want to grow as a designer while using your creativity to support an important mission, we would love to meet you!

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

On-site position, part-time Approximately 15 hours per week Hourly rate: $20.50/hour (non-exempt) Availability for occasional evening and weekend assignments, typically averaging one evening per week and one weekend day per month, based on department needs.

HELPING HAND PERKS

Purpose-driven work that changes lives. Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support. PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design Creative Content Design engaging digital and print materials that support Helping Hand’s marketing, fundraising, recruitment, and community-engagement initiatives. Create event graphics, flyers, brochures, social media content, digital advertisements, signage, marketing emails, and other promotional materials. Translate organizational goals, campaign concepts, and key messages into creative and compelling visual communications. Adapt designs for different formats, communication channels, and audiences while

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