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SAN ANTONIO MUSEUM OF ART

MARKETING INTERN

San Antonio, TX

$13.50 - $18.25/hr

Marketing Intern (Fall 2026) Department: Marketing Reports To: Chief Engagement Officer Job Type ... Demonstrated interest in the visual arts or cultural institutions preferred * Proficient in ...

L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

The intern will support real campaigns, client-facing projects, internal brand initiatives, and ... Major in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Communications, Visual Arts, or a related field ...

L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

The intern will support real campaigns, client-facing projects, internal brand initiatives, and ... Major in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Communications, Visual Arts, or a related field ...

L'Renee & Associates

Graphic Design Intern

Houston, TX

$14.25 - $19/hr

The intern will support real campaigns, client-facing projects, internal brand initiatives, and ... Major in Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Communications, Visual Arts, or a related field ...

Hasana, Inc.

Retouch Internship

Chicago, IL

As a Retouch/Digital Artist Intern for Hasana, Inc. you will have a variety of responsibilities ... Visual Arts related degree Strong retouching skills Proven experience retouching product ...

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How much do visual arts intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for visual arts intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Visual Arts Interns?

Visual Arts Interns are students or recent graduates who gain practical experience by assisting with various projects in art galleries, museums, studios, or arts organizations. Their duties may include helping with exhibitions, supporting artists, conducting research, and handling administrative tasks. This role provides hands-on exposure to the visual arts industry, allowing interns to build their skills, network with professionals, and learn about different career paths in the arts.

What types of projects can a Visual Arts Intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Visual Arts Intern, you can expect to assist on a variety of creative projects, such as preparing materials for exhibitions, supporting the development of visual content for marketing, and helping with art installations or workshops. Interns often collaborate closely with artists, curators, and marketing teams, gaining hands-on experience with both digital and traditional media. The role provides a dynamic environment where you’ll have opportunities to expand your technical skills, contribute ideas, and learn about the day-to-day operations of galleries or creative studios.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Visual Arts Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visual Arts Intern, you typically need a foundational understanding of art principles, proficiency in drawing or design, and a portfolio demonstrating your work, often supported by enrollment in or completion of a relevant degree program. Familiarity with digital tools like Adobe Creative Suite, photo editing software, and possibly basic video editing platforms is highly valued. Strong communication, creativity, and adaptability are essential soft skills for collaborating with teams and responding to feedback. These skills and qualities enable interns to contribute meaningfully to creative projects, learn from professional environments, and build a solid foundation for a future career in the arts.
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Infographic showing various Visual Arts Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,436 per year, or $17 per hour.
Design Intern

Design Intern

National Parks Conservation Association

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

We're protecting and enhancing America's National Park System for present and future generations.
National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), the nation's oldest and largest national parks nonprofit advocate, has an exciting opportunity for Design Intern.
The National Parks Conservation Association is seeking a multidisciplinary design intern to help communicate core values, impact of work, advocacy goals, and importance of our national parks. The design intern will have the opportunity to work within the Communications department, creating materials that enhance NPCA's brand awareness. Other materials may include: outreach and fundraising materials, events collateral, regional support pieces, brand standardized resources, and graphics for store products.
As a valued member of the team, the design intern will support NPCA's visual brand by creating fresh, engaging designs for internal clients while upholding brand standards. They will gain experience in communications strategy, learn how to develop visuals that advance a nonprofit mission, and build skills for working in a remote environment. Design Intern will complete internship with real-world pieces for their portfolio.
Location: Remote
Work Status: 16-20 Hours per week, September 2026 - May 2027
Schedule: Flexible Monday- Thursday. NPCA offices are closed on Fridays.
Compensation: Course Credit / $1,000 per month stipend
Tangible deliverables that will be achieved:
  • Collaborate with internal departments (Development / Regions / Communications) to create visually appealing designs for various projects, including but not limited to digital assets, outreach and fundraising materials, events collateral, regional support pieces, brand standardized resources, ongoing campaigns.
  • Design graphic for merchandise in the NPCA online store
  • Help build out Branding Toolkit for internal and external use.
  • Develop and refine design concepts based on project briefs, incorporating feedback from team members to achieve the desired outcome.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to contribute creative input to campaigns and projects.
  • Other visual brand tasks as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current or recent college graduate (within one year of graduation) pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field
  • A portfolio showcasing design skills and range of projects is required.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or equivalent design software. (Comfort working in Microsoft Office)
  • Ability to work on Mac or PC platforms.
  • Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout composition.
  • A creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box and offer innovative design solutions.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate within a team environment.
  • Ability to manage time and priorities effectively.

Physical Effort and Dexterity: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is typically required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employer's Rights: NPCA reserves the right to revise this position description at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between NPCA and employee and is subject to change by NPCA as the needs of NPCA and requirements of the job change. The above is not an exhaustive list of the requirements for the position.

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