Graphic Design Intern | Fall 2026

Grassroots Analytics is looking for a Graphic Design Intern for the Fall Semester who is eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced marketing and design environment. This role is perfect for a creative, detail-oriented designer who enjoys solving visual problems quickly, thrives under tight deadlines, and has an interest in digital marketing, SEO, and website design.

As a member of our in-house creative team, you'll work alongside the Art Director and Marketing team to create compelling visual assets that support fundraising campaigns, product marketing, digital advertising, and company branding. You'll also help optimize website content for search visibility and contribute to maintaining a strong, consistent online presence.

This internship offers exposure to a wide variety of creative projects, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a diverse portfolio while learning how design directly impacts marketing performance.

Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Creative Production (40%)

• Design digital marketing assets including social media graphics, email banners, presentations, advertisements, and website visuals.
• Support rapid-turnaround design requests while maintaining high design standards.
• Prepare production-ready files for digital and print projects.
• Maintain consistency across all brand touchpoints using established brand guidelines.

Website & SEO Support (30%)

• Assist with updating website pages in Wix Studio.
• Design graphics and layouts that improve user experience and engagement.
• Help optimize webpages, images, metadata, and content for SEO best practices.
• Support website maintenance by identifying outdated content, broken visuals, and opportunities for improvement.

Marketing & Campaign Support (20%)

• Collaborate with the Marketing team on product launches, fundraising campaigns, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Resize and adapt creative assets for multiple channels.
• Assist with organizing design files, templates, and marketing resources.
• Conduct visual research and gather inspiration for upcoming projects.

Team Operations (10%)

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Participate in design reviews and creative brainstorming sessions.
• Communicate project updates proactively and seek feedback throughout the design process.
• Continuously learn new tools, design trends, and marketing best practices.

The Grassroots Approach

At Grassroots Analytics, our work is guided by the following principles:

• Customer service is our core: Clients are always treated with professionalism, responsiveness, and respect.
• We model a high bar for performance: We produce thoughtful, high-quality work while moving quickly.
• We strengthen relationships: Collaboration and trust are at the center of everything we do.
• Proactivity drives problem-solving: We anticipate challenges and take initiative to find solutions.
• Flexibility is essential: Priorities change quickly, and we adapt with a positive attitude.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

Required

• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Figma.
• Understanding of typography, layout, branding, and visual hierarchy.
• Interest in SEO, website optimization, and digital marketing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to receive feedback.

Preferred

• Interest in politics, nonprofits, advocacy, or mission-driven organizations.
• Experience using Wix Studio or other website builders.
• Familiarity with SEO fundamentals, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, or similar marketing tools.
• Experience creating social media or marketing assets.
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.

Compensation

This internship pays $20/hr. The program will run September 8, 2026 to November 20, 2026. This is a full-time, in-office position based in our Chinatown office at 806 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and portfolio then please answer a few questions detailing your experience and interest in Grassroots Analytics.