Intern - Graphic Design, Internal Communications

Job Description:

Rakuten International is a division of Rakuten Group, Inc., a Japanese global technology leader in services that empower individuals, communities, businesses and society. Headquartered in San Mateo, California with more than 4,000 employees worldwide, the Rakuten International business portfolio includes market leaders in e-commerce, digital marketing, advertising, communications and entertainment. We create products and services that provide exceptional value by aligning members and the businesses that want to engage them in a shared community.

Job Summary:

The Intern

Experience:

At Rakuten, we pride ourselves on giving interns a genuine, immersive experience that has a direct impact on company objectives. You will do meaningful work, and with us, you'll be a true member of the team. We are also invested in your growth as an individual and professional. That's why you can expect curated events such as professional development workshops, interactions with Rakuten leadership, and relationship building opportunities with other interns and professionals at the company.

You can visit our company website and our Muse profile, to learn more about Rakuten's culture and values, as well as hear from previous interns.

We're looking for a talented and enthusiastic Graphic Design Intern to join our Internal Communications team. In this role, you'll gain hands on experience in a fast-paced corporate environment and contribute directly to the evolution of our internal brand identity. Working closely with our Internal Communications Designer, you'll produce high impact visual communications that reach employees across all channels and regions.

Key Responsibilities:

* Brand Evolution & Implementation:
Support the refresh and consistent application of our internal brand guidelines.

* Template Design & Development:
Create visually engaging, user friendly templates for emails, presentations, announcements, and digital signage.

* Intranet Design & Content Support:
Contribute to the visual design and content updates of our SharePoint based intranet to ensure a modern, intuitive employee experience.

* Visual Asset Creation:
Design graphics such as infographics, icons, illustrations, and internal facing social media elements.

* General Design Support:
Assist with design needs across a variety of Internal Communications projects and initiatives.

* Collaboration:

Work closely with team members to understand communication goals and turn them into thoughtful visual solutions.

* Feedback & Iteration:
Participate in design reviews and apply feedback to improve creative output.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* A compelling portfolio that demonstrates strong design skills and creativity.

* Solid understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and overall design principles.

* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and/or strong Canva experience.

* High attention to detail and an eye for visual consistency.

* Familiarity with brand systems and how design supports brand identity.

* Clear communication and the ability to articulate design choices.

* Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.

* Ability to work independently and with a team.

* Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects.

* Basic understanding of SharePoint or other content management systems.

Minimum Requirements:

* Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

At the time of posting, Rakuten expects the hourly rate for this role will be between $20- $25 per hour. Individual compensation will vary based on job-related factors, including the skills, qualifications, and experience of the successful candidate as well as business need and geographic location.

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