Graphic Design Intern

Agile Defense • McLean, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join alongside the MARCOM Team as a Graphic Design Intern, supporting our creative function by assisting in the development of visual assets and artifacts across digital and print platforms. This internship provides hands-on experience in real-world design projects, exposure to brand standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
• Intermediate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Nice To Haves

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to accept feedback and iterate on designs
• Interest in building a professional portfolio and gaining practical experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using AI tools

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating visual assets for digital platforms, including social media graphics, web visuals, and PowerPoint presentations
• Support the design of print materials such as flyers, posters, brochures, and event collateral
• Contribute to concept development, mood boards, and visual storytelling
• Adapt and resize existing designs for multiple formats and platforms
• Apply brand guidelines consistently across all design work
• Help maintain and organize brand assets, templates, and design files
• Ensure designs align with the organization’s tone, audience, and objectives
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, or creative team members on assigned projects
• Participate in creative reviews and incorporate feedback into design iterations
• Communicate progress, challenges, and ideas during regular check-ins
• Prepare final design files for digital publishing or print production
• Organize and archive design files following internal naming and storage conventions
• Assist with basic photo editing, image sourcing, and asset optimization
• Gain exposure to the full design workflows from concept to final delivery
• Learn best practices for designing within real-world timelines and constraints
• Attend team meetings, creative reviews, and (if applicable) client or stakeholder briefings

Benefits

• Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental.
• Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots.
• Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together.
• Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
• We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
• To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed