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Graphic Design Intern

CompanyPrimera Engineers
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
You will create compelling graphics and marketing materials, ranging from page layouts and brochures to social media content. You will collaborate with the marketing team to support company operations while maintaining established brand identity.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
365
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Primera Engineers is a mid-size, full-service, woman-owned (WBE) engineering design and consulting firm specializing in four areas of expertise: buildings, transportation, utilities, and business consulting. With more than 35 years of experience in the A/E/C industry, Primera’s core service offerings include a wide range of professional services in the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (M/E/P), structural, civil, and telecommunications engineering, as well as commissioning, energy, architecture, sustainability, life safety, lighting, transportation, natural gas, power delivery, project and construction management, and business consulting, including PMO and analytics services. We are committed to providing our clients with industry-leading expertise and a simultaneous-focus on a superior level of client service. We are always looking for passionate leaders and innovative professionals who are ready to jump in and help drive Primera’s growth into the next 35 years.
About the Role

Description

 WHO WE ARE
We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of. 


WORKING FOR PRIMERA
 Our Corporate team is a talented group of HR, marketing, IT, finance and administrative professionals that band together to continuously move our company forward. Ever focused on providing a first-class client experience, we connect with people across the organization to support all aspects of our company’s operations.     


WHO YOU ARE

  • You’re in school to elevate your natural graphic design talent. You have a passion for good design and the ability to visually translate ideas from concept to completion.  
  • You’re an eager student looking to gain experience working in an office environment. You’re currently enrolled in an local undergraduate degree program in visual communication, graphic design or a similar field. 
  • You’re proficient with key design applications. Adobe Creative Cloud basics (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) are a must. Prior design experience is a huge plus. 
  • You’re a people person. You’re friendly and have a sense of humor. Connecting with people is important. You’ll work side-by-side Primera’s team of marketing and communications experts, including our Sr. Graphic Designer.
  • You’re open to feedback. You’re proud of what you create but happy to collaborate with the team.
  • You’re a self-motivated, multitask-loving design enthusiast. You’re detail-oriented and have a strong desire to succeed. You can multitask with the best of them. You effectively handle multiple priorities, organize your workload, and meet agreed-upon deadlines.


WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • You’ll flex your design muscle. You’ll create compelling graphics and materials to support our marketing and communications efforts, working within our established identity of course. 
  • You’ll get well-rounded design experience. Projects will range from the slight revision of existing materials to blank-canvas opportunities. You move between page layouts, templates, promotional items, brochures, infographics, internal logo design, banners, presentations, sales materials, social media, etc.
  • You’ll work in a flexible, people-first, empowering, safe, and supportive environment.
  • You’ll enjoy what you do. You’ll work with great people, learn, grow and have a good time doing it.


SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL ENJOY

  • Resume-building experience in a professional environment that can help you launch a successful engineering career
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

For more information about Primera please visit our website: PrimeraEng.com.   


Equal Employment Opportunity

Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.   

Key Skills
Graphic designAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorVisual communicationLayout designInfographicsMultitaskingDetail-orientedCollaborationCommunicationTime management
Categories
Art & DesignMarketingCreative & MediaEngineeringAdministrative
Benefits
Professional developmentInclusive environmentCollaborative cultureSocial activitiesWellness activitiesCommunity service opportunities