Graphic design intern

RISD Museum


Please see instructions on how to apply at the bottom of this page.

Intern Responsibilities:

  • The intern will design exhibition graphics for an exhibition on Diné (Navajo) textiles in the collection opening in Sept.

  • They will work with the Assistant Director of Graphic Design and the curator to research the content and design concepts to present and then implement.

  • They will carry the selected design into other needs across the museum for marketing, programs and events.

  • Interns will also design posters and promotional images for other educational programs and events as needed throughout the summer. 

Qualifications:

  • A strong understanding of graphic design principles.

  • A developed research based practice.

  • Knowledge of digital tools for 2D, 3D, and motion graphics creation.

  • Interns will be introduced to project management software and cloud-based file management systems. 

Interns will work onsite 28 hours per week and attend a mandatory offsite program day one day per week with their cohort.

Interns must be available for the duration of the program.

INTERNSHIP DURATION:

  • Total Weeks: 9 weeks

  • Work Hours per Week: 28 

  • Total Hours: 252

  • Workdays: 4 days per week onsite

PROGRAM DAY:

  • On the 5th day of each week, interns will attend an offsite program day with their cohort.

  • These hours are separate from the internship hours.


APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

  1. The deadline to submit your RISD Museum job application is Monday, March 20th, 2023, at 11:59 pm.

    Late submissions will not be accepted.