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, offering hands-on experience in content creation, branding, analytics, and digital marketing. The intern will work under the guidance of senior staff and contribute to real client and organizational projects.

Internship Start Date: Immediately

End Date: March 31, 2026

This is an in-person position in downtown Vancouver. Remote work is not available.

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.

Who You Are – What KIMBO is looking for in an intern

• A current post-secondary student eligible for Venture for Canada funding
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in getting things done
• Interested in how creative agencies run and support impactful campaigns
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment
• Comfortable using digital tools and learning new systems quickly
• A strong communicator who’s curious and eager to contribute to a purpose-driven team

Candidate must meet all eligibility requirements of their institution’s Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program

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.

The candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident.

Wage: $18 per hour

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, you must email the following to admin@kimbodesign.ca:

• Cover letter stating ‘why’ you fit this role
• Resume or LinkedIn Profile
• Please indicate if you are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Messages without this information will be disregarded.

Deadline for application: December 18th, 2025