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Graphic Design Internship

Des Moines Arts Festival
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2026 Des Moines Arts Festival
Graphic Design Internship
Application closes November 21, 2025
Festival Dates: June 26-28, 2026
Location: Des Moines, IA 
Duration: starting mid-February, 12 hours/week through spring semester (hybrid option), full time starting end of semester through July 24 (in office).
Positions Available: Two

 

About Us:

The Des Moines Arts Festival is a 501c3 non-profit organization that produces an annual arts and culture festival in Downtown Des Moines. The Festival is one of the world's most prestigious and admired festivals with an annual attendance exceeding 200,000 guests. The Festival includes an international juried art fair, two stages with national touring and local musicians, food vendors, the Student Art Exhibition, the Community Outreach Program, and a plethora of interactive act activities…all free of charge! 

 

Our Mission: Impact Lives through the Arts

 

Job Summary:

We are seeking two enthusiastic and driven graphic design interns to assist in bringing our annual branding to life. The two interns will be assigned projects: festival collateral, signage, credentials, merchandise, and sponsor final reports. You’ll gain insight into the behind-the-scenes workings of event production and how design enhances the overall guest experience.  In addition to the distinguished experience (and stellar, tangible items for your portfolio!), interns receive a monthly stipend.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the layout and design of the festival program, credentials, and final reports
  • Produce festival banners and signs
  • Design merchandise
  • Communicate with festival printing companies
  • Participate in manual labor tasks, including load in and load out of festival materials

 

Qualifications:

  • Responsible with a strong work ethic
  • Detail-oriented and organized with strong time management skills
  • Motivated self-starter capable of working independently
  • Adaptable and efficient in a fast-paced environment
  • Team player with a positive attitude and coachable demeanor
  • Strong understanding of design principles
  • Confident in communication via email and phone
  • Proficient in graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop)

Interested in joining the team? Please submit your cover letter and resume online: https://www.desmoinesartsfestival.org/internships