Intern - Graphic Design - Summer 2026

About Lumen's Internship Program

If you're a student eager to explore the exciting world of digital innovation, Lumen is the perfect place for you. Lumen offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your knowledge, build a strong network of support, and kickstart your career. Wondering who Lumen is? We connect the world by igniting business growth through connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Be on the forefront of our future - embark on your exciting journey with Lumen today!

Lumen offers a fully immersive, 10-week summer internship program. Our interns demonstrate curiosity, innovation, and a passion for advancing technology. We believe that empowering our people and helping them reach their full potential is essential for the long-term success of both Lumen and our customers.Program dates: June 1 – August 6, 2026.

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The Role

This position is fully remote/ work from home. 

The Main Responsibilities

A strong brand doesn’t just help a company stand out—it helps create an emotional connection that makes people care. In a crowded marketplace, brand is what elevates a product or service into something memorable and meaningful – helping to differentiate a business from its competitors. Brand reflects what the company stands for, helps build trust, and fosters loyalty by resonating with customers on a deeper level through the brand’s unique personality, values, brand voice, visual identity and flawless data-driven creative execution.

We’re seeking a highly motivated and creatively curious Brand Concept Designer Intern to join our team. This role is ideal for a design student or recent graduate who thrives in ambiguity, loves building from scratch, and is excited by the challenge of turning bold, never-before-seen brand ideas into compelling visual proofs-of-concept. 

As part of our creative team, you’ll work directly under the guidance of an Associate Creative Director to explore and visualize big idea brand concepts — many of which have no existing references. You’ll be responsible for translating strategic creative direction into early-stage design executions that help bring visionary ideas to life. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Associate Creative Director to interpret and visualize high-level brand concepts. 
• Develop proof-of-concept designs using Adobe Creative Cloud tools — primarily InDesign and Illustrator. 
• Create compelling layouts, mockups, and visual storytelling assets that communicate conceptual intent. 
• Assist in building presentation decks and visual narratives for internal and external stakeholders. 
• Support motion design or video editing tasks (if applicable) to enhance concept storytelling. 
• Adhere to our brand and design standards in practice, and maintain company-wide consistency 
• Stay curious and proactive in exploring new design approaches, styles, and techniques.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Program eligibility is contingent on the candidate’s commitment of the entire 10-week program. No exceptions will be made

Required qualification

• Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, rising senior level education status at the start of the internship.
• Graduating August 2026 – May 2028
• Preferred fields include bur not limited to: Graphic Design, Visual Communication or related field
• Intern must be able to work 40 hours per week during the 10-week program (June 1 – August 6, 2065)

Proficiency and understanding of

• Strong proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator. 
• Familiarity with Photoshop and After Effects or Premiere Pro is a plus. 
• Familiarity with generative AI tools (Firefly, GenStudio) and business AI (MS Copilot). 
• Ability to take abstract creative direction and turn it into tangible visual outputs. 
• Comfortable working with minimal reference material and building from a blank slate. 
• Strong communication skills and openness to feedback and iteration. 
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, work on several priorities while meeting deadlines 
• A portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and design execution (student work is welcome).  

Work Setting

Intern must be able to work 30-40 hours be week during the 10-week program (June – August)Intern must have reliable transportation to/from work location (Lumen does not provide transportation to/from Lumen office locations)US Citizenship required 

Compensation

Internship compensation ranges depend on each individual’s level of education, geographic location, and experience/qualifications aligned to the role.

Hourly Based Pay Range:
Min: $26/hour
Max:  $38/hour

What to Expect Next

Once you complete and submit your application, you will be invited to take part in a virtual assessment. This on-demand assessment allows Lumen to better understand how your skills and experiences align to the internship role. You will receive a separate email invitation (please check your spam folder) within 6 hours of applying. To remain eligible for the summer internship program, be sure to finish the video interview within 5 business days of your application.

Application & Interview Timeline

• October – First Round Interviews with top, qualified candidate
• November - Interview panel with work tea
• December - All Summer 2025 offers will be extended by end of month