GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN, SUMMER 2026

Who We Are

Serving the country’s fifth-largest media market, KERA reaches more than 4.5 million people monthly through KERA TV, KERA News, KXT, WRR and The Denton Record-Chronicle. For more than 60 years, North Texans have turned to KERA as a destination for community engagement and lifelong learning.

As we seek to recognize and reflect our audience and communities, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds and points of view to consider employment opportunities at KERA.

Position Summary

KERA is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our creative team for Summer 2026. This intern will assist in producing visual assets for digital, print, and on-air projects that support KERA’s storytelling, branding, and marketing efforts.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, attention to detail, and an eagerness to create compelling visual content that aligns with KERA’s brand identity.

This is a part-time, FLSA-classified non-exempt position and will report to the Creative Director.

What You'll Do

Assist in creating digital and print graphics for KERA’s marketing, social media, events, and editorial content
Design visual assets for KERA’s websites, newsletters, and promotional materials
Collaborate with the creative and communications teams to develop engaging visuals
Support branding efforts for KERA and its brands
Edit and optimize graphics for different platforms and formats
Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input
Maintain organization of design files and assets

As a KERA Employee

Work in a manner that is consistent with KERA’s mission, vision and values; and maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned

This list of job duties is not exhaustive and is subject to regular reviews and updates

What Will Make You Successful

Qualified applicants must be current students (enrolled in an accredited degree program) or have graduated no more than 12 months prior to the start of the internship.

We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills, experiences, and passions. If you don't meet every job qualification but have some of these skills and think you’re the right person for the job, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself.

Portfolio showcasing graphic design work
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Experience using Canva
Understanding of basic design principles (typography, color, layout)
Ability to take creative direction and apply feedback
Strong organizational and time-management skills

Bonus If You Bring

Photography or video editing skills
Interest in public media and storytelling
Experience in Figma

SALARY RANGE

$16 per hour paid on a bi-weekly pay period. Interns can expect to work 15-20 hours per week.

LOCATION:

The internship is based in North Texas, but interns can work a hybrid schedule. Interns should have some availability between 9am and 5pm (M-F) and expect to work in-person at our downtown Dallas office for part of their working hours. Hours are flexible, and we will work with you to accommodate class schedules.

The internship will begin around May 11, 2026, and end August 14, 2026. There may be opportunities to extend the internship into the Fall 2026 term.

How To Apply

Complete the application on KERA’s employment page.
Submit a portfolio showcasing your design work (links on your resume or a separate PDF is preferred).

Application Timeline

We generally close roles 2-4 weeks after posting. The hiring process may continue for several weeks after the closing of the role depending on the number of applicants.

KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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