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, with a primary focus on strong visual design execution.
We are looking for a candidate with solid design fundamentals. While the role includes social media responsibilities, we can provide guidance on social strategy and business aspects.
The intern will work under the guidance of senior staff and contribute to real client and organizational projects.
Internship Start Date: Fall 2026
Duration: 3 months
Eligibility
This internship is supported through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) funding. Applicants must be:
- A Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution during the internship
Please confirm your eligibility in your application. Applications that do not include this information may not be reviewed.
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.
Candidate must meet all eligibility requirements of their institution’s Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program. The ideal candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident and enrolled in a post-secondary institution in Canada during the time of the internship.
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.
Wage: $18 per hour
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, you must email the following to [email protected]:
- Resume with your portfolio (Required)
- Confirmation that you are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Confirmation that you are enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution during the internship. Messages without this information will be disregarded. (Required)
- Cover letter stating why you are a good fit for this role (Optional)
Deadline for application: August 15, 2026
