Graphic Design Intern [Spring 2025]

Description

Who We Are:

Raben is a public policy, strategic communications and organizational consulting firm. We were founded with a lofty goal and an audacious spirit: to make our nation greater by helping to shift public policy in a sensible, humane direction. We work intimately with policymakers and influencers in the nonprofit, corporate, foundation, and government sectors to identify shared interests, forge new connections, tackle our country’s most intractable problems, and uplift new generations of leaders and activists.

Now 100 strong with offices across the country, we are proudly majority-minority, majority women, with a significant LGBTQ cohort. We are immigrants, we are disabled, and we are religious minorities. We bring our full selves to our work, and our varying backgrounds and experiences allow us to offer a unique and often untold perspective to public policy, imbuing us with the fierce urgency of now – we power good work.

Spend time with us and you will quickly learn we value smarts, creativity, and audaciousness in just about all we do… and a sense of humor is a contractual must. Learn more at raben.co.

What We Seek:

We are seeking a talented and creative graphic design intern to join our team in our Washington DC office through mid-August. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in graphic design and be proficient in using software programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, Canva, and Illustrator. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in graphic design and contribute to a dynamic team. If you are passionate about design and looking to expand your skills, we encourage you to apply for this internship position.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Raben Creative team to create engaging visuals for various projects.
• Assist in creating graphics for social media, marketing materials, internal templates and other promotional materials.
• Research current design trends and incorporate them into design projects.
• Help maintain brand consistency across all design projects.
• Assist with other design-related tasks as needed.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, a graphic design or related field of study.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Google Docs
• Experience with Canva is a plus
• Strong understanding of design principles and techniques
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Must submit an application and portfolio that highlights graphic design experience. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Schedule:

This is a temporary position with a flexible schedule, offering a minimum of 20 hours a week. The internship duration will be approximately 14 weeks with the possibility of extension based on performance and business needs. All hired interns must be physically present in the DC office at least twice per week.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a resume via our online job portal. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please email your needs to careers@rabengroup.com. The deadline to apply is May 2, 2025.

COVID-19 Policy:

Regardless of work location, all staff of The Raben Group must show proof of having received an FDA authorized COVID-19 vaccination or a vaccination exemption. New employees must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or medical/religious exemption no later than their first day of employment.

The Raben Group finds it quite natural to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, aspiring to live the values of equity in everything we do. At The Raben Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We look forward to welcoming talented interns who share our passion for social change and making a positive impact on the world!