Art, Photography & Graphic Design Internships

Overview

Succeeding in the creative industry requires an ability to think outside the box and bring innovative, fresh ideas to the table. Our internship program will supply you with the inspiration you need to succeed in this competitive industry. This career field is available in all 9 of our exciting destinations.

Graphic design internships

Embark on a journey of creativity with our internships for graphic design. Whether your passion lies in magazines, fashion, or marketing, we connect you with outstanding roles worldwide. These internships provide the perfect platform to build an impressive professional portfolio, forge valuable connections, and kickstart your successful career in the dynamic realm of design.

Photography internships

Capture your career goals with our photography internships, available in leading galleries and photo studios. Immerse yourself in a hands-on experience that allows you to refine your skills and unleash your artistic vision. Take the first step toward a future where your passion for photography meets real-world opportunities.

Art internships

Ignite your artistic journey with our art internships, offered in collaboration with leading galleries and photo studios. Dive into immersive opportunities that enable you to collaborate with top professionals in the industry, gaining invaluable experience that sets you apart. Elevate your artistry and carve your path in the world of creativity.

Responsibilities

Creating print/digital promotional material using Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator

As an art and design intern, you may be responsible for designing promotional materials for both print and digital platforms. This includes using software like Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to craft eye-catching visuals that effectively convey the desired message or aesthetic.

Creating designs for use on social media and other platforms

Your role may extend to creating designs tailored for social media and various online platforms. This involves designing graphics, images, and layouts that align with the organization's branding and resonate with the target audience on digital channels.

Setting up studios, adjusting lighting, and assisting with photoshoots or gallery expositions

Your responsibilities could encompass the setup and maintenance of art studios and exhibition spaces. This includes adjusting lighting to achieve the desired ambiance and assisting with photoshoots or gallery expositions to ensure the presentation of artworks or products is visually appealing and cohesive.

Liaising between marketing teams, printers, social media managers, vendors, and clients

Your role may also involve effective communication and coordination between various stakeholders. You will be responsible for facilitating collaboration between marketing teams, printers, social media managers, vendors, and clients to ensure that the artistic and design elements align with overall project goals and timelines.

Programs

In-person International Art, Photography & Graphic Design Internship
Combine first-class professional experience and cultural immersion with an art, photography, or graphic design internship abroad in one of our 9 destinations around the world. Every year, 2,000+ talented professionals advance their careers with us in exciting global cities through hands-on experience.

Remote Art, Photography & Graphic Design Internship
Make your portfolio shine and grow your creative network from anywhere in the world with a remote internship in art, photography, or graphic design. The greatest advantage of a remote internship is the flexibility to gain real-world creative industry experience on your own schedule.

Digital Nomad Art, Photography & Graphic Design Internship
Work remotely while exploring an exciting international destination through our digital nomad internship program. Gain experience in art, photography, or graphic design while traveling, immersing yourself in new cultures, and living like a local, making it the perfect blend of creativity, flexibility, and adventure.

What You Can Expect

Our art, photography, and graphic design internship program is designed to give you more than just portfolio pieces. You’ll gain practical exposure to real creative environments, strengthen your technical and artistic skill set, and build the kind of hands-on industry experience that’s difficult to develop in a classroom alone.

From the moment you apply, our team works closely with you to understand your background, creative interests, and career goals. We then match you with a role that aligns with your profile, ensuring your placement is tailored to your experience level and preferred creative field, whether that’s fine art, photography, branding, digital design, illustration, or visual communications. You can learn more about the full program process, from application to alumni, here.

Want to know what the experience is really like? Hear directly from past interns who completed our art, photography, and graphic design internship program and discover how they made the most of their time abroad:

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Career Advancement Training

Art, photography, and graphic design interns on our programs benefit from career advancement tools before, during, and after their internship experience. These resources are designed to help you prepare for your creative internship, make the most of your experience while interning internationally (either in-person or remotely), and confidently showcase your work and experience to future employers or clients.

You’ll receive training through videos, podcasts, articles, quizzes, and creative projects, and will earn a certificate upon completion. Topics include critical thinking, visual communication, collaboration, digital creativity, leadership, professionalism, career management, and global and cultural fluency, all of which are highly transferable skills that will support your growth in the creative industries.

You’ll also gain access to our CV and portfolio improvement tools, along with exclusive workshops, including interview preparation sessions, portfolio review workshops, personal branding guidance, and LinkedIn optimization workshops.

Once you’ve completed your international art, photography, or graphic design internship with us, you’ll have the opportunity to receive guidance on your next career steps from experienced career coaches. We’re proud to work with industry experts who can help you navigate topics such as presenting your creative experience, building your personal brand, freelance and agency career paths, salary negotiations, interview strategies, and other career-related topics.

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