Internship, Design - Summer

Position: Internship, Design - Summer 2026
Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

Challenging and Rewarding Work | Commitment to Integrity and Service | Leadership Opportunities

Consider a career with an organization focused on promoting a healthy regional and national economy. As an intern, you will directly contribute to the trust and confidence in the nation's financial system through challenging work assignments and rewarding professional experiences. We focus on personal development and growth and reward high performance with increasingly complex assignments and promotional opportunities.

The internship opportunities will be available on several teams within the Public Affairs division and will last approximately 10 weeks.

The design intern will assist our senior design and multimedia team with visual asset creation (marketing campaigns, logo design, social media graphics, web layouts, photography,  and other internal and external communication), also participate in brainstorming, preparing files for print or digital channels, and supporting marketing/branding efforts, requiring creativity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to learn the design lifecycle from concept to execution.

Key Activities

* Assist in designing visual assets for digital (social media, websites, other digital channels) and print (brochures, presentations, collateral).

* Create and edit images, logos, and visual elements using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). May also include taking photos.

* Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas for campaigns and projects.

* Help maintain brand consistency and adhere to brand guidelines.

* Prepare design files for various platforms, ensuring technical specifications are met.

* Support senior designers with project tasks, including mockups, file management, and client revisions.

* Collaborate with Public Affairs communications team and other internal stakeholders to conceptualize ideas and translate them to final design solutions.

Qualifications

* Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a graphic design or related program.

* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

* Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.

* Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

* Detail-oriented with a strong desire to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience with video production

Please attach the following with your application:

* Resume  (including portfolio link)

* Unofficial Transcript

* Cover Letter - Optional

Note:

You will not be able to attach documents after application submission.

Posting Close Date:
Thursday, March 5, 2026

Additional Information

How We Work:

* On-site, full-time with 5 days per month remote work flexibility

* Location:

 Kansas City, MO

* Remote Eligible:
No

Pay Rate:

* $21.00 per hour

* Final offers are determined by factors including the candidate's qualifications, internal alignment considerations, district assignment, and geographic location.

Screening Requirements:
Certain eligibility requirements apply.

Sponsorship:
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

About Us

* Who We Are

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Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship Family Group

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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