Summer Associate Internship (Graphic Designer)

2026. Students will work on impactful projects and meaningful work during their internship. To qualify for this position, applicants must be currently pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university and have an anticipated graduation date of December 2026 or later.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute designs, layouts and visual branding in both print and digital media that support products and services and objectives

• Participate in strategic/conceptual development meetings with clients to determine project requirements, objectives and creative direction

• Develop materials that meet/exceed their needs and expectations and comply with branding, trademark and other company and industry standards

• Create print, video, and web graphics, photography, logos, and illustrations to support marketing initiatives

• Conduct research, conceptualize and develop several strong, persuasive ideas demonstrating how you design to solve customer needs and that address the goals and purpose of the credit union

• Ideate concepts, create initial design sketches, and follow art direction to produce marketing materials utilizing typography, illustration, animation, video, and layout skills

• Monitor assigned projects to ensure that goals and objectives are completed according to schedule; collaborate with project teams to ensure all business needs are met

• Maintain consistency of designs, ensure version controls and latest designs are published, maintains content manager and other storage systems

• Incorporate and leverage best industry practices while maintaining alignment with Navy Federal goals and capabilities

• Research emerging technologies, trends, and new methodologies and recommend solutions that align with business goals

• Support print specifications, digital files, and conversion of file formats for Print OnDemand, laser forms, etc.

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree in graphic design or a related field

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely

• Experience in using design programs, creating and print and online collateral

• Working knowledge of design principles, design development standards, techniques and methodologies and ability to apply them

• Working knowledge of design fundamentals

• Working knowledge of interactive design, visual design and industry standards

• Working knowledge of new programs and technologies to include the latest social media trends

• Experience creating assets for social media platforms

• Working knowledge of video and animation production, in addition to print production

• Experienced in telling a story through film and photography by applying typography, layout, color

• The ability to think conceptually and visualize strategic decisions

• Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions

• Effective skill exercising professionalism, composure under pressure, and flexibility

• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback, and push designs to the next level

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Effective research, analytical and problem solving skills

• Effective organizing, planning and time management skills

• Relevant experience with mainstream design desktop publishing programs, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, or Premiere Pro

About Us
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

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