Graphic Design Intern

TITLE: Graphic Design Intern

DIVISION: Marketing

REPORTS TO: Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Manager

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

WORK LOCATION: Columbus, OH

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) is a leading provider of energy management solutions for apartment and condominium communities. NEP has been at the forefront of delivering customized electricity, water and technology solutions to multifamily properties since 1999. Today, we serve approximately 250 multifamily communities and over 50,000 residents across nine states.

At NEP, we empower property owners, managers, and residents with customized energy solutions that drive efficiency, sustainability, and keep rents low while providing financial benefits. Our services include access to capital funding, flexible and fast installation, ongoing residual income, improved net operating income, 100% carbon-free energy, actionable data and reporting, and industry-leading accuracy and reliability. NEP is shaping the future of multifamily energy management.

COMPANY CULTURE: We prioritize well-being and work-life balance while cultivating a collaborative, high-energy environment where innovation, integrity, and respect shape everything we do. As an industry leader in a rapidly expanding market, we embrace a fast-paced, dynamic atmosphere that fosters career growth and development.

COMPANY MISSION: Our mission is to create a world where communities serve as a catalyst for connection—where choice, control, and sustainability drive the evolution of multifamily energy solutions. Guided by our core values of performance, communication, leadership, quality, and teamwork, we deliver clean energy services that enhance efficiency, reliability, and environmental responsibility. Our commitment to environmental responsibility drives us to make a meaningful impact.

JOB SUMMARY: The Graphic Design Intern will support the Marketing team by creating engaging visual content that strengthens the company's brand and supports business objectives. This position offers hands-on experience working on real-world marketing initiatives while receiving mentorship from an experienced creative professional. The intern will collaborate with team members across marketing, sales, and operations to develop creative solutions for digital and print media.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the design and production of marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, sell sheets, presentations, advertisements, trade show materials, and other branded assets.
• Create graphics for social media, email marketing, websites, blogs, and digital campaigns.
• Adapt and resize existing creative assets for multiple formats and platforms.
• Support photography, video, and multimedia projects as needed.
• Prepare print-ready files and digital assets according to brand and production specifications.
• Maintain brand consistency across all creative materials by following established brand standards.
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute new ideas for marketing campaigns and visual storytelling.
• Conduct research on current design trends, marketing best practices, and competitor creative.
• Assist with event and trade show graphics, promotional materials, and environmental signage.
• Receive and incorporate creative feedback while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Present design concepts and creative rationale to members of the marketing team.
• Perform other creative and marketing-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, digital media, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, typography, layout, and visual communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience with Canva, Premiere Pro, After Effects, or other software is a plus, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN: Throughout the internship, the Graphic Design Intern will have the opportunity to:

• Build a professional portfolio using published, real-world marketing projects.
• Receive one-on-one mentorship and regular design critiques from the Senior Graphic Designer & Brand Manager.
• Gain experience working within an in-house corporate marketing department.
• Learn how creative projects move from concept through production.
• Collaborate with professionals across marketing, sales, operations, and executive leadership.
• Develop project management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Gain exposure to brand strategy, marketing campaign planning, and creative workflows.
• Explore emerging design technologies, including AI-assisted creative tools.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be regularly required for extended periods of time to:

• Remain in a stationary position
• Use hands and fingers
• Utilize a computer monitor with visual activity
• Operate technology or other office machinery such as printers, scanners, etc.
• Communicate verbally and/or in writing with others

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. For Nationwide Energy Partners to remain efficient as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description.

Nationwide Energy Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.