Graphic Design Intern

*To be considered for an internship, you must apply directly through our online application here.*

As a Cato Graphic Design Intern, you will assist the Art Department in conceptualizing and designing stunning visuals to promote Cato’s work through a variety of projects. You will learn about designing graphics and best design practices for digital, web, and print media.

Workload

• Design graphics for Cato’s various social media platforms and web pages
• Create layouts for print products including, but not limited to, ads, fliers, signage, and other collateral
• Adhere to Cato’s brand and design standards

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign.
• Must either be enrolled in or have a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• The ideal candidate will have a design portfolio — a student portfolio consisting of design assignments is acceptable.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to create original vector illustrations and motion graphics is a plus.

At the Cato Institute, digital content and presentation are at the forefront of advancing our mission. With a steadfast commitment to championing peace, individual liberty, limited government, and free markets, Cato harnesses innovative technologies to effectively disseminate our ideals. Across a wealth of meticulously curated content, including Policy Analyses, Briefing Papers, podcasts, and video presentations, all our research is bolstered by state-of-the-art digital tools. Join us at Cato, where you'll be part of an organization that embraces technology's power to amplify our mission and bring classical liberal ideals to a global audience.

About the Cato Internship Program

Cato’s paid internships are for undergraduates, recent graduates, graduate students, law students, and early-career professionals who have a strong commitment to individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace—principles that, taken together, constitute libertarianism, known alternately as “classical liberalism,” “market liberalism,” or, to many of our international friends, just “liberalism.”

All Cato interns attend the same intensive seminar series, which covers a broad range of history, philosophy, policy, and professional development topics. Interns also aid with events and occasionally help Cato staff with other day-to-day needs.

Interns receive competitive compensation. Part-time positions are adjusted accordingly and carry a minimum of 25 hrs./wk. Program participants must be available in-person in Washington, D.C.

For more information about the internship program and experience, we encourage you to explore our website. 

If you have any questions, feel free to email Cortez Bartolome, Programs Coordinator, at studentprograms@cato.org