Creative Design Intern

The Creative Design Intern will support API’s Creative & Brand team in developing high-quality visual assets that strengthen the organization’s brand and advance our advocacy priorities. Working closely with the in-house team and cross-departmental partners, this role will assist in creating digital and print materials, social graphics, presentations, event visuals, and other creative deliverables that help tell the story of American energy.

This internship is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive, and curious design student who wants hands-on experience inside a fast-paced communications environment. The ideal candidate brings strong design fundamentals, a willingness to learn, and an interest in how visual storytelling supports Communications, Policy, Public Affairs, and integrated advocacy efforts. This role offers an opportunity to practice real-world design skills, build a portfolio of meaningful work, and contribute to projects seen across the energy industry.

Projects and Tasks

• Design and adapt digital/print assets using API brand standards
• Support social graphics, infographics, and web visuals
• Assist with event materials and campaign creative
• Help organize and upload assets in the Digital Asset Management system
• Contribute to visual storytelling across policy, comms, public affairs, GIS and events teams
• Gather inspiration and contribute creative ideas to team brainstorms

Qualifications

• Advertising, Communications, Marketing, Design, Fine Arts degree
• Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite and Microsoft office
• Video, motion graphics and photography skills are a plus
• Ideal for a design student eager to gain real-world experience and build a strong portfolio while learning how branding and visual communication support national advocacy work.

Physical Requirements

• Able to remain in a stationary position working on a computer
• Move about the office to access office machinery, meeting rooms, etc. 
• Operate a computer and other office machinery such as printers and copy machines
• Transport items and equipment up to 25 lbs. on occasion

Travel Requirements

•  Up to 25% 

This job outline describes the typical accountabilities and requirements of the position and should not be construed as an all-encompassing description of every duty performed by or expected of the incumbent.

EEO Statement

API is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. Our success in maintaining a reputation for professional excellence depends on selecting the best qualified candidates. Achieving this objective means that no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, age, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and reproductive health decisions), genetic information, national origin, disability, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, matriculation, credit information, the status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual offense, or any prohibited basis under federal, state or local law.

API is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Department via email at HumanResources@api.org. 

Candidates are typically hired at a point in the salary range based on prior experience, education, and market demand for the role; candidates are also compared internally to their peers.

API offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families. More information about our benefits may be found at api.org/about/careers/benefits.