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Graphic Design Intern - Summer 2026

CompanyDexKo Global Inc
LocationMiddlebury
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 18, 2025
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Graphic Design Intern will assist the Dexter Team with assigned marketing functions and projects, working on hands-on projects related to brand consistency and material development. The intern will also prepare files for production and contribute ideas during brainstorming sessions.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1716
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Serving the industry for over 65 years, Dexter has earned a reputation as a trusted brand serving the utility trailer, recreational vehicle, marine, heavy-duty, agricultural, and specialty equipment manufacturers and distribution centers. Together, we are the industry’s leading supplier of trailer parts and accessories. Dexter® operates manufacturing facilities in California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah in the U.S. as well as Ingersoll, ON in Canada. Dexter operates over 50 company-owned distribution branches nationwide with thousands of trailer parts and accessories in stock, servicing trailer manufacturers, dealers and service centers. Dexter is owned by DexKo Global, which was formed in 2015 by combining Dexter and AL-KO VT. This combination created a global leader in highly engineered trailer running gear components and systems, with over 130 years of trailer and caravan componentry experience.  DexKo Global is managed out of Novi, Michigan, by a strategic staff focused on leveraging the resources of the combined companies. With enhanced scale, operating leverage, capital efficiencies, and diversity,  DexKo delivers market leadership in product development and innovation, as well as exceptional customer service, increased manufacturing flexibility, and great efficiency through global sourcing.
About the Role

Graphic Design Intern - Summer 2026


Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Graphic Design Intern at our manufacturing facility located in Elkhart, IN.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Graphic Design Intern is responsible for assisting the Dexter Team with assigned Marketing functions and projects.  The intern will be introduced to the company’s product offerings, customer support and marketing channels. 


As a Graphic Design Intern, you will be working on robust, hands-on projects.  Potential projects may include, but not limited to:

  • Helping maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials.
  • Supporting the development of materials such as instructions sheets, packaging updates, digital content for web or email marketing.
  • Preparing files for final production (print and digital).
  • Participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing fresh ideas.

 

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following:

  • Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree/certificate in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign – high proficiency with Illustrator and InDesign specifically)
  • A portfolio showcasing creative design samples.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow processes and brand standards.
  • Basic understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.

EDUCATION

You must be actively enrolled an accredited university working towards a bachelors or masters degree in Marketing, Business or related area of study.


Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. We do not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.





Key Skills
Graphic DesignVisual ArtsAdobe Creative SuitePhotoshopIllustratorInDesignBrand ConsistencyDigital ContentAttention To DetailDesign PrinciplesTypographyColor TheoryCreative DesignMarketingCustomer SupportProduction Preparation
Categories
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