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Internship Visual Communication Design Jobs in Minnesota

PD Instore

3D Design Intern

Minneapolis, MN

$20 - $24/hr

This internship is ideal for a current student, recent graduate, or early-career designer with ... Interest in digital culture, internet-native visual communication, and emerging creative ...

PD Instore

3D Design Intern

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

This internship is ideal for a current student, recent graduate, or early-career designer with ... Interest in digital culture, internet-native visual communication, and emerging creative ...

Varsity Tutors

Graphic Design Tutor

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

Varsity Tutors

Graphic Design Tutor

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

Varsity Tutors

Graphic Design Tutor

Edina, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Contribute to the visual evolution of the Adventure Ted brand * Collaborate with Communications ... This role is eligible for internship credit in Graphic Design, Media, Animation, Marketing, and ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$15.75 - $21/hr

Contribute to the visual evolution of the Adventure Ted brand * Collaborate with Communications ... This role is eligible for internship credit in Graphic Design, Media, Animation, Marketing, and ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$15 - $19.75/hr

Contribute to the visual evolution of the Adventure Ted brand * Collaborate with Communications ... This role is eligible for internship credit in Graphic Design, Media, Animation, Marketing, and ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$15.75 - $21/hr

Contribute to the visual evolution of the Adventure Ted brand * Collaborate with Communications ... This role is eligible for internship credit in Graphic Design, Media, Animation, Marketing, and ...

Childhood Cancer Society

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Contribute to the visual evolution of the Adventure Ted brand * Collaborate with Communications ... This role is eligible for internship credit in Graphic Design, Media, Animation, Marketing, and ...

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What is the difference between Internship Visual Communication Design vs Graphic Design Intern?

AspectInternship Visual Communication DesignGraphic Design Intern
Required SkillsDesign principles, Adobe Creative Suite, communication skillsDesign software, creativity, basic branding knowledge
Work EnvironmentMarketing agencies, media companies, corporate communicationsAdvertising firms, design studios, media departments
Typical TasksCreating visual content, branding, presentationsPosters, social media graphics, branding materials

Both roles involve visual design skills and software proficiency, often in similar industries. An Internship Visual Communication Design focuses on broader communication strategies and visual storytelling, while a Graphic Design Intern emphasizes specific graphic creation tasks. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right internship based on their interests and career goals.

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3D Design Intern

PD Instore

Minneapolis, MN

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

MISSION

PD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PD

Founded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary

The 3D Design Intern is an emerging creative contributor who supports the development of retail environments, displays, branded experiences, and visual concepts that align with PD’s clients and creative direction. Working under the guidance of the Creative Director and design team, this role offers hands-on exposure to the creative process from concept development through execution.

This internship is ideal for a current student, recent graduate, or early-career designer with strong creative instincts, curiosity around emerging technologies and AI-assisted workflows, and an interest in retail, spatial, and experiential design.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • Support the design team in developing thoughtful, brand-right retail displays, environments, and visual concepts
  • Assist in creating presentation materials, renderings, mockups, and visual storytelling assets
  • Contribute ideas and references during concept development and creative reviews
  • Collaborate with designers, strategists, engineers, and account teams to support project execution
  • Explore modular and scalable design solutions that balance creativity with manufacturability
  • Participate in brainstorming, sketching, digital visualization, and production preparation
  • Help organize and prepare files, decks, and assets for internal reviews and client presentations
  • Stay curious about emerging creative tools, AI-assisted workflows, digital culture, and evolving design trends
  • Support multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
  • Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

  • Strong creative instincts with interest in retail, brand, spatial, or experiential design
  • Familiarity with 3D design tools such as Blender, SketchUp, Rhino, 3ds Max, KeyShot, or related software
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
  • Interest in digital culture, internet-native visual communication, and emerging creative technologies
  • AI-curious mindset with interest in using creative AI tools as part of concept development and workflow exploration
  • Experience with digital sketching tools such as Procreate or Adobe Fresco preferred
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to take direction, interpret feedback, and learn quickly
  • Organized, adaptable, and eager to contribute in a team environment
  • Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
  • Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
  • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Industrial Design, Environmental Design, Interactive Design, Architecture, or a related creative field

Experience

  • Portfolio, coursework, freelance work, or personal creative projects demonstrating strong visual thinking and creative potential preferred
  • Interest in retail, branded environments, experiential design, fashion, gaming, digital culture, or contemporary visual communication is a plus
  • Exposure to culturally diverse, urban, or globally influenced creative environments encouraged.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  • This role is primarily based in a collaborative studio and office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Occasional movement throughout office, production, or client environments may be required, along with handling presentation materials, samples, or prototypes.
  • Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.

Benefits and perks we offer to full-time, regular employees

  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution
  • Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • Flex Time  
  • STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance
  • FSA and HSA Options
  • Voluntary
    • Life Insurance
    • Critical Illness Insurance
    • Accident Insurance
    • Legal and Identity Theft Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Advancement
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition
  • English as a Second Language Education
  • Online Training Opportunities

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