Design Intern
ABOUT URBAN CANVAS
We’re Urban Canvas, a full-service creative agency located in sunny Denver, Colorado. We create the kind of foundational ideas that transform design into more than just pretty pictures. They live, breathe and elicit action. We stand for beautility — the belief that everything you see, touch, hear and interact with should not only serve a purpose but also be beautiful. Our core capabilities are digital, print, and motion, including design, advertising, concepting, branding, video, animation, TV, web & app design, UX & UI, copywriting, product naming, production design, apparel, package design, and digital marketing. We hand-pick our clients to make sure our values align with theirs and that we believe in what they are selling. Our current clients range from world-class museums to plant-based food and beverages to B-corporations.
WHAT TO EXPECT
You’ll create designs and develop assets for a wide range of mediums including both print and digital media, as well as help contribute to brainstorm sessions and offer assistance on photoshoots. Candidates with a strong understanding of branding, typography, web design, conceptual and strategic thinking will rise to the top.
ELIGIBILITY
• Must have completed a relevant degree program or be in their final semester of schooling at the time of the internship
• Other candidates are welcome who are junior-level designers with prior professional, freelance, or agency experience
• Degree focus should be in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Advertising, Digital Design, or a related field
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
• Strong foundational design skills demonstrated through a portfolio (school, freelance, or professional work)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of Figma
• Experience with basic animation, After Effects, and motion design a plus
• Fundamental web design skills (layouts, responsive thinking, digital-first design)
• Ability to take creative direction, incorporate feedback, and iterate efficiently
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
INTERNSHIP DETAILS
• Duration: 12-week internship
• Dates: May 18 – August 17
• Status: Full-time, fixed-term position for the duration of the internship
• Compensation: $22/hour
• Location: In-office in Denver, CO
• Schedule: In-office Monday–Thursday, work-from-home Fridays
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
• Reliable, punctual, and able to manage deadlines in a fast-paced agency environment
• Clear communicator who asks questions, seeks feedback, and collaborates with the team
• Comfortable contributing to both creative concepting and production-level execution
• Willingness to learn new tools, workflows, and brand systems
HOW TO APPLY
Ready to expand your creative chops? Send us: your resume, a cover letter letting us know why you want to join Urban Canvas, and a link to your portfolio or website to: careers@urbancanvas.com. Urban Canvas is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all. Regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
