Design Intern at Shaker Recruitment Marketing

Oak Park, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design Concepts, Digital Materials, Print Materials, Social Media, Web Pages, Email, Banners, Print Ads, Brand Guidelines, Visual Assets, Project Files Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, After Effects, Typography, Color Theory

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Company Description At Shaker, we believe interns can do impactful things. Especially our interns. In this role, you’ll help us transform companies by connecting them to the right solutions for their most complex talent needs. Focused on hands-on experience and learning, not just observing, our internships expose you to how departments work and collaborate—and how you can apply your knowledge to solve real business challenges and explore opportunities. Within our tight-knit community, you’ll see the future you create and enjoy the team support to learn, grow, and thrive. What could be more powerful than that? Connect to the Power of People, with Shaker. Job Description Shaker Recruitment Marketing is now accepting applications for our 2026 Summer Internship Program. Our internship program provides hands-on learning, mentorship, and networking opportunities that will help you build a strong foundation for your future career. We are seeking a creative/conceptual Design Intern to join our team for 10-weeks in our Oak Park office. The intern will gain hands-on experience working with cross-functional team members within our Creative department. Responsibilities Include: Develop and execute design concepts for digital and print materials (social media, design web pages, email, banners, print ads) Collaborate with other designers, art directors, creative directors, copywriters, project managers, and the client service team Interpreting client brand guidelines to create visual assets for digital publishing, social media, or other recruitment marketing materials Participate in team meetings and attend client meetings Manage project files and archive work Qualifications Availability to work 32 hours+/week in our Oak Park office. A resume and an online portfolio/URL required. Currently pursuing or have received a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or UX design. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Working knowledge of Figma and After Effects. Strong creativity, an eye for detail, and understanding of design principles (typography, color theory). Proficient in Microsoft Cloud software. Written and verbal communication skills. Eagerness to learn, grow; proactive in asking questions. Additional Information DURATION AND SCHEDULE The Internship program runs from June 1 to August 6, 2026. This is a full-time in-person opportunity. Interns are expected to work Monday - Thursday from 8:45 am – 4:45 pm CST. APPLICATION PROCESS The application process will consist of 2-3 virtual interviews. All applicants will be notified in writing via email regarding their application status. ABOUT US Shaker Recruitment Marketing is the leading full-service talent marketing agency redefining how organizations attract, hire, and retain talent. With 75 years of expertise in Branding, Talent Attraction, Media, Martech, and Analytics, Shaker delivers strategies that lead with insight, fueled by creativity, and grounded in a legacy of trust and innovation.

Responsibilities

The intern will develop and execute design concepts for various digital and print materials, collaborating closely with designers, art directors, copywriters, and project managers. Responsibilities also include interpreting client brand guidelines to create visual assets and participating in team and client meetings.