Summer Intern, Graphic Design

Description

Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ

About the Internship

As a Graphic Design Intern, you will have the opportunity to apply your design skills in a real-world setting, contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on communities in New York and New Jersey and gain project management experience. You will work closely with our PA Studio Creative Services Graphic Designers, marketing, and communication teams on various design projects, from branding to digital media, helping to convey our message and mission effectively.

Responsibilities

Assist in the creation and design of marketing materials, including flyers, brochures, social media graphics, posters, and presentations.

Collaborate with PA Studio management and team members to conceptualize and develop visual content for internal and external communications.

Help maintain the integrity of our brand by following established design guidelines.

Participate in brainstorming sessions to come up with innovative ideas for marketing campaigns.

Support the design team in other projects as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrollment at a college or university at the time of the internship

Major in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other graphic design software. Premiere and After Effects are a plus.

Familiarity with project management software like Wrike, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook, or the willingness to learn.

Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, design, and production skills.

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of Print Production.

Basic motion graphics and animation skills or willingness to learn.

Executive Functioning and Project Management skills.

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud libraries for asset management.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and identify priority tasks and projects.

A keen eye for aesthetics and details.

Internship Details

The start date will be Thursday, May 28, 2026

The internship will last approximately 12 weeks, ending on Friday, August 21, 2026

This is a full-time internship (5 days per week at 7.25 hours per day)

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits interns to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business and regular in-office days or team collaboration days may be required depending on business needs. Some internships may require interns to be fully in-person.

Selection Process

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted

If selected to move forward, the hiring team will reach out directly to schedule 1-2 interviews

Different internships will have different timelines for interviews

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly rate range is $18.07 to $30.31 (the exact rate will be determined by internship type and rising school year)

Ability to opt in to the New York State and Local Retirement System

Access to Employee Business Resource Groups

Facility Tours

Career Panels

Social/Networking Events