Social Media & Graphic Design Intern (full-time)

Position Overview

The Social Media & Graphic Design Intern will support the development of digital content and visual materials across the organization’s online platforms. This role combines creative design with social media communication, offering hands-on experience in content creation, branding, analytics, and digital marketing. The intern will work under the guidance of senior staff and contribute to real client and organizational projects.

Internship Start Date: Immediately

End Date: March 31, 2026

This is an in-person position in downtown Vancouver. Remote work is not available.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Support

•Assist in creating, scheduling, and publishing posts across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms.
•Draft engaging copy that aligns with brand voice and campaign objectives.
•Support community management by monitoring comments, messages, and audience engagement.
•Conduct basic research to help develop content calendars and social strategy ideas.
•Track performance metrics and prepare simple analytics summaries.
Graphic & Digital Design
•Create visual assets for social media, including static posts, stories, reels, and ads.
•Assist in designing marketing materials, including infographics, banners, presentations, and digital templates.
•Follow brand guidelines to maintain visual consistency across all channels.
•Support layout design for digital documents and campaign materials.
•Help source and organize photos, brand assets, and design files.

Collaboration & Administration
•Participate in team meetings, creative brainstorms, and content planning sessions.
•Assist staff with communications, marketing tasks, and project documentation as required.
•Apply feedback to refine creative work and support version control.
•Maintain organized digital folders, assets, and project files.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of the internship, the student will gain hands-on experience in:
•Creating branded social media content from concept to execution.
•Applying design principles using industry-standard software (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Figma).
•Understanding social media strategy, audience engagement, and analytics.
•Managing real-world creative workflows, deadlines, and feedback cycles.
•Producing visual content that meets accessibility and brand standards.
•Collaborating within a multidisciplinary marketing/design team.

Qualifications

•Currently enrolled in a design, marketing, communications, digital media, or related program.
•Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or equivalent tools.
•Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok).
•Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
•Creative thinker with good communication and time-management skills.

Who You Are – What KIMBO is looking for in an intern

•A current post-secondary student eligible for Venture for Canada funding
•Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in getting things done
•Interested in how creative agencies run and support impactful campaigns
•Able to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment
•Comfortable using digital tools and learning new systems quickly
•A strong communicator who’s curious and eager to contribute to a purpose-driven team

Candidate must meet all eligibility requirements of their institution’s Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program

Supervision & Mentorship Plan
The intern will be supervised by KIMBO’s Operations Lead and Creative Director. Weekly check-ins, project briefings, and feedback sessions will ensure the intern is supported and continuously learning. They’ll be encouraged to ask questions, bring ideas forward, and develop initiative in a safe and inclusive environment.

The candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident.
Wage: $18 per hour

To apply, you must email the following to admin@kimbodesign.ca: