Graphic Design Intern

Position Title: Graphic Design Intern 

Department: Marketing-Communications 

Pay Grade: $15 per hour 

Immediate Supervisor: Josh Planos, BBB VP of Marketing, Communications & PR 

Hours: Full-Time (40 Hours), 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday-Thursday in the Omaha office. Position runs from around May 18, 2026 through August 14, 2026.

Our vision: An ethical marketplace where buyers and sellers trust each other. 

Join Better Business Bureau as an intern and continue BBB’s century-old mission: to be the leader in advancing marketplace trust.   

We are looking for motivated, creative students with strong communication and creative skills and an interest in gaining professional knowledge and experience. 

All BBB interns receive one-on-one mentorship, intern-specific programming and a meaningful work experience. Students will assist with design-related tasks, including creative projects, social media content and strategy, internal and external programming, and public relations outreach efforts.   

Students may work up to 40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks on a flexible schedule; interns are encouraged to work no fewer than 10 weeks. Responsibilities will be adjusted according to intern’s time commitment to BBB and interest in aspects of the organization. 

Apply to be a BBB intern today! The successful applicant must be based out of the Omaha office.

Essential Functions:  

• Design visual assets for marketing and sales campaigns — social media graphics, event materials, digital ads and internal communications. 
• Support BBB creative project efforts. 
• Manage the graphic design project queue: track requests, set timelines and coordinate with teammates to keep projects moving. 
• Develop creative content for BBB’s social media channels under the direction of the marketing team. 
• Assist with the coordination and development of marketing campaigns to build awareness and/or meet campaign goals. 
• Assist with BBB events and programming efforts as needed. 
• Provide monthly insights, ideas and key findings from creative projects.  
• Understand and adhere to all BBB policies, laws and regulations applicable to role. 
• Perform other job-related duties or special projects as assigned. 

Qualifications:  

• Currently taking classes toward a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, journalism, advertising or related field. 
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or creative tools. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Ability to commute to BBB’s Omaha office. 
• Ability to balance multiple projects. 

Preferred Talents:  

• Effective communication and videography skills. 
• Community-minded self-starter. 
• Deadline driven. 
• Creative and imaginative skills. 

The statements contained herein reflect the principal function and most significant duties of the job but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. 

At BBB, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment that provides all team members the opportunity to thrive. We foster a culture in which our differences are celebrated; our differences are what make us a Better Business! We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Discrimination, retaliation, or harassment based upon any of these factors is inconsistent with our core values and will not be tolerated.