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Curology

Design Intern

$25/hr

Create lightweight animations and motion graphics for social media and digital placements using ... Expected internship duration is Monday, June 15 - Friday, August 7 (approx. 8 weeks) * 20 hours (2 ...

Streetsense LLC

Graphic Design Intern

Washington, DC · On-site

$20/hr

Job Type Internship Description Streetsense is a global creative collective of strategists ... Experience in photography, videography, motion, or animation a plus * Availability to work ...

HASC Personnel Services Inc

Graphic Design Intern

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

This internship is designed for a creative and motivated student or recent graduate seeking hands ... Experience in photography, illustration, animation, video editing, or social media content creation ...

The Pennsylvania State University

The ideal candidate is a 3D animator/generalist with considerable experience in 3D animation ... internships, and capstone thesis projects. * Encourage and support our students in developing ...

Streetsense

Graphic Design Intern

Washington, DC

$20/hr

This is a paid internship compensated on an hourly basis. ROLE OVERVIEW In this role, you'll ... Experience in photography, videography, motion, or animation a plus * Availability to work ...

Galileo

Intern Student Life

Milano, TX · On-site

... and animations for social media and digital campaigns, contributing to a vibrant and distinctive ... Design and produce illustrations, graphics, social media content (posts, stories, reels) and ...

Barkera

Creative Positions (Intern)

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Interns will utilize their technical skills and artistic vision to capture and edit footage that ... Portfolio of work that demonstrates your design, video, and animation skills. * Ability to work in ...

Ottawa Infotainment

UI/UX Design Intern

Detroit, MI · On-site

This is not a traditional internship. Youll work directly alongside experienced automotive HMI ... Motion graphics or animation * Blender, 3ds Max, or other 3D tools * Interest in automotive HMI or ...

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How much do animation design internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for animation design internship in the United States is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Animation Design Intern, you generally need a solid understanding of animation principles, proficiency in drawing or visual storytelling, and enrollment in or completion of a relevant design or animation program. Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, and possibly 3D tools like Maya or Blender is typically required. Creativity, openness to feedback, strong communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for standing out in this role. These skills and qualities are important because they enable interns to contribute effectively to projects, learn quickly, and collaborate within dynamic creative teams.

What is the difference between Animation Design Internship vs Animation Artist?

AspectAnimation Design InternshipAnimation Artist
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in animation, design, or related fieldProfessional experience or portfolio in animation and design
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, entry-level projects, mentorship settingsFull-time or freelance roles, studio or remote work
Industry UsageEducational programs, training, entry-level positionsCreative production, media, entertainment industries

In summary, an Animation Design Internship is an entry-level, educational opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain industry experience, while an Animation Artist is a professional role involving creating and producing animation content. Internships focus on learning and skill development, whereas Animation Artists are responsible for delivering finished animation projects.

What types of projects and collaboration can I expect during an Animation Design Internship?

As an Animation Design Intern, you will typically work on a variety of projects ranging from short animations for marketing campaigns to assisting with larger, ongoing productions. You'll collaborate closely with senior animators, graphic designers, and sometimes clients, receiving feedback and learning industry-standard workflows. Interns are often encouraged to contribute creative ideas and may participate in team meetings, storyboarding sessions, and reviews. This hands-on experience provides valuable insight into studio pipeline processes and helps build a portfolio for future opportunities.

What is an Animation Design Internship?

An Animation Design Internship is a temporary position that allows students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in the animation industry. Interns typically work under the guidance of experienced animators and design professionals, assisting with tasks such as creating storyboards, developing character designs, and helping with animation production. This internship provides valuable exposure to industry-standard software and workflows, as well as opportunities to build a professional portfolio. It's a stepping stone for those looking to pursue a career in animation, offering practical skills and networking opportunities.
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Co-Op Student - Design

Co-Op Student - Design

University of Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

University Of Cincinnati rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

285th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Title: Co-Op Student - Design
Posting Start Date: 4/21/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite
You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.
Company Descripton
Campus Services consists of all the non-academic business units that create a campus environment where all can study, live, work, meet, eat, park, shop, get fit, and stay. The marketing department supports and serves all those units, and also produces campus events. The role of Campus Services Marketing is to help translate prospect and customer/user needs into product and services solutions that help drive our business unit goals.
Primary Duties
The graphic designer co-op students will assist with designing visual communications for all Campus Services businesses, as well as campus partners. The department supports the efforts of Housing, Food Services, Campus Recreation, UC Bookstores, the Bearcat Card, Parking, Conference and Event Services, Printing and Duplicating and other business units providing services to the campus community (posters, flyers, digital signage, etc.). Job duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Collaborating with team to develop print, social and digital communications.
  • Learning all design processes, branding procedures and assist in design campaigns.
  • Designing visually arresting collateral material, print products for various events at University of Cincinnati.
  • Creating design project logs on a regular basis to track ongoing and upcoming design projects.
  • Assisting team in identifying process improvement.
  • Designing:
    • Sketch thumbnails prior to creating concepts on computer.
    • Provide proofing and/or editing.
    • Assist in managing and updating Print/ Product as well an Onboarding Manuals.
    • Upload and update photos, graphics and collaterals.
    • Create compelling messaging and graphic/visual designs.
    • Stay abreast of design trends, social mediums, etc.
    • Perform various production duties based on departmental needs.
    • Collaborate with marketing team to discuss design ideas and attend hand off meetings.
    • Assist Sr. Designer to maintain project log sheet for all business units on a daily basis.
  • Photography and Image Manipulation
    • Photograph events as needed, source, edit and archive photographs. Students may be required to photograph events sometime after hours or on weekends per the event date.
    • Source stock photos and manipulate images as and when needed.
  • Social Media and Digital Signage: Project Execution
    • Create art for the marketing team to deploy for digital screen, motion and social media.
  • Skills
    • Collaborate with marketing team to discuss design ideas and attend hand off meetings.
    • Utilize Creative Suite (Cloud) to generate and edit finished products and ensure that all design work follows university branding standards; experience with animation and video editing a plus.
    • Edit/proof to ensure quality.
    • Organized able to handle multiple projects with competing priorities.
    • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
    • Organizational skills to juggle multiple projects/design campaigns.
    • Experience with animations, photography, videography, Google, Excel, Word a plus.
    • Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent follow up skills.

Part-time positions are open during academic semesters as well as full-time co-ops. The selected candidates may be invited to apply to return part-time during academic semesters.
Minimum Requirements
  • Must be a student in Graphic Design/Visual Communication major or related field.
    • Pre-Junior in Communication Design is preferred, but not required.
  • Must have one or more internships or positions in design or related field for at least three months (e.g., internship where primary responsibilities included creating artwork, design campaigns, managing design projects).
  • Enrolled at least part-time (6 credit hours for undergraduate students and 5 credit hours for graduate students), or will be a registered student during the next academic semester for work.

Special Instructions to Applicants
All applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and a portfolio link/PDF of the design portfolio to their application.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
As a UC student employee of an Ohio public institution, you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare.
Hourly Pay Rate: 11.50
To learn more about student employment at The University of Cincinnati, please click here.
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
Important: To apply for a student position, you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites, including Handshake. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
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