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Illustrator Internship Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Works with Creative Director to train and support interns and new hires. * Can administer the ... Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations and determine capability with equipment we ...

Multimedia Graphic Design Intern

Madison, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

This internship is your chance to build a professional portfolio, refine your technical skills, and ... Working knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator required. * Experience with Premiere Pro ...

Jr. Graphic Designer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$19.75 - $26.25/hr

... internship experience. · Strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, layout design, typography, branding, and production capabilities. · Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator ...

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How much do illustrator internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for illustrator internship in Wisconsin is $13.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.63 and $14.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an illustrator internship?

An Illustrator Internship is a temporary position designed for students or recent graduates who want to gain hands-on experience in creating visual artwork for various media, such as books, advertisements, games, or websites. Interns work under the guidance of professional illustrators and often assist with sketching, digital illustration, and editing tasks. This internship provides valuable insight into the creative industry, helps build a professional portfolio, and can lead to networking opportunities and future job offers.

What are illustrator internship opportunities?

Illustrator internship opportunities provide you with valuable training and experience with professional illustrators. Some employers refer to their illustrator intern as an artist assistant, but you may not have as many responsibilities as a paid artist assistant. In some cases, you actually work with the artist assistant and help them with various administrative and clerical duties. Your role also depends on the kind of illustration you study. If you are studying computer animation or 3D graphic design, you have more technical duties, such as rendering and coding. If you work with a more traditional graphic designer or illustrator, you draw and sketch.

What types of projects and tasks can an illustrator intern typically expect to work on during their internship?

As an Illustrator Intern, you can expect to work on a variety of creative projects such as designing digital illustrations for marketing materials, assisting with storyboards, supporting senior illustrators on client projects, and contributing to the visual development of branding assets. Interns often collaborate closely with graphic designers, marketing teams, and art directors, gaining exposure to the full creative process from concept to final artwork. This hands-on experience helps interns build a diverse portfolio and develop practical skills that are highly valued in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an illustrator intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Illustrator Intern, you need a strong grasp of drawing fundamentals, composition, and color theory, often supported by a portfolio showcasing your artistic abilities. Familiarity with industry-standard digital illustration tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate is typically expected. Creativity, attention to detail, and openness to feedback are essential soft skills that help you excel in collaborative creative environments. These skills ensure you can produce compelling artwork, adapt to project needs, and contribute effectively to a professional design team.

What is the difference between Illustrator Internship vs Graphic Designer?

AspectIllustrator InternshipGraphic Designer
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in art, design, or related fieldFormal education in graphic design, visual arts, or related field often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship programs, often in creative agencies or in-house design teamsFull-time or freelance roles in various industries, including advertising, publishing, and digital media
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies to train and evaluate potential future employeesEstablished professional role for creating visual content across media

While an Illustrator Internship provides hands-on experience and training in illustration within a temporary or entry-level position, a Graphic Designer is a full-time professional responsible for creating visual concepts for various media. Internships serve as a stepping stone into the industry, whereas graphic design roles involve ongoing project work and client interaction.

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Infographic showing various Illustrator Internship job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 87% In-person, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $27,326 per year, or $13.1 per hour.

Mercury Marine: Industrial Design Intern

Fond Du Lac, WI • On-site

Brunswick
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 201 - 500 employees

$18 - $27.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New


Job description

Are you ready for what's next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Mercury Marine- Fond Du Lac, WI- Mercury Marine: Industrial Design Intern

Location: Fond du Lac, WI - Plant 12

Workplace Category: (Onsite)

Travel Required: No

Direct Reports: No

Pay Range:

Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation: Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview:

As part of the Industrial Design team at Mercury as a design intern, you will be engaged in both conceptual and production work that enables the best designs for Mercury's marine-specific products. This role supports Industrial Design, and interfaces with Engineering and Product Integration team members . In your daily work you will be supporting Mercury Marine's premium brand and performance expectations. This role will require you to utilize your design skills to generate ideas and concepts, while respecting project requirements and research data to enable these ideas to be usable for marine propulsion systems, marine controls, and associated components.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

  • The ID intern is involved in several aspects of design and supports projects throughout various stages of product development

  • Create concepts both in 2D and 3D to convey ideas/design intent

  • Has the ability to create both conceptual designs and learn processes for production design on both physical hardware and graphics related projects

  • Works alongside cross functionally regularly with other designers within the ID team in addition to Engineering staff members

  • Is involved in weekly design critiques on active projects

  • Rapid visualization using both physical and digital tools

  • Creation of Color, Materials, and Finishes (CMF) concepts/proposals

  • Assists design team with various assignments on propulsion systems, product graphics and controls projects

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be enrolled in an accredited university studying toward a bachelor's degree for Industrial Design

  • Candidates should be ready to demonstrate an imaginative mindset looking to solve both conceptually based challenges and real-world program challenges with a willingness to embrace multiple projects

  • Strong abilities in sketching, form development, surface interest and proportions

  • Solid knowledge of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)

  • Product concepting including sketches, renderings and model building (digital and physical)

  • Clear communicator, motivated and ambitious, with a user-centric mindset

  • Proficient in MS Office, preferably Power Point, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

  • Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits

  • Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) during the the months May through August of 2027.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrating knowledge of design industry modeling-rendering software- Keyshot/Alias/Vizcom

  • Observation/documentation skills of competitive trends in design segments/ industries

  • Graphic design knowledge using Illustrator for vector art development, typeface design

Working Conditions:

  • Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.

  • Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization's goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.

  • Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week

  • Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.

The pay range for this position is $18.00-27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury Marine

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine is the world's leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

Next is Now!


We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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