Graphic Design Intern- Spring 2027

BHI Senior Living operates Life Plan Communities that combine vibrant lifestyles with comprehensive care and long-term security for residents. We’re committed to excellence, compassion, and innovation — and we’re looking for team members who want to build rewarding careers while positively impacting the lives of older adults. Our faith-based values guide us in every decision we make and have resulted in over 50 years of providing exceptional care for seniors. As one of the most well-respected and well-funded non-profit organizations in the Midwest, BHI Senior Living offers ten Life Plan Communities and two Active Adult Communities in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.

As a Graphic Design Intern, you won’t just learn how creative ideas come to life—you’ll help bring them to life. Through graphic design projects, brand-focused initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration, you’ll be a trusted contributor on a team dedicated to creativity, visual storytelling, and strengthening the BHI brand.

As a BHI Senior Living Community, the staff are united in mission, we lead with compassion and provide opportunities to grow and thrive professionally.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Paid internship 
• Cohort experience with exposure across departments
• Hands-on experience in the senior living industry
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid holidays- after 30 days of employment
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What You'll Do:

BHI Senior Living is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join spring intern cohort for 2026. This immersive opportunity will give hands-on, real-world experience working at our corporate office with exposure to our communities and departments. 

The  Intern will focus on: 

• Create visually engaging designs for both print and digital platforms using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

• Apply design principles such as typography, color theory, layout, and branding to produce professional, cohesive materials.

• Prepare and format files to meet production standards, ensuring accuracy in resolution, bleed, and file formats.

• Contribute creative concepts and fresh ideas to design projects and campaigns.

• Maintain consistency with established brand guidelines across all design deliverables.

• Collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders to support project goals.

• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines while staying organized and dependable.

• Communicate design concepts clearly and receive feedback constructively.

• Demonstrate initiative and a positive, can-do attitude while growing design skills.

• Showcase creativity and technical skills through the development and presentation of design work.

Who You Are:

Required:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related design field
• Proficiency in Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Strong understanding of design principles, including typography, color, layout, and branding
• Basic knowledge of print and digital production standards (bleed, resolution, file formats)
• Portfolio that demonstrates creativity and design skills (class projects welcome)
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow brand guidelines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks or deadlines
• Positive, can-do attitude and eagerness to learn
• Ability to contribute fresh, creative ideas
• Willing and able to commute to the BHI Central Office and any of the BHI Communities

Interviews begin October 2026

Cohort to start 2/15/2026 

For information on BHI Senior Living visit our website at https://www.bhiseniorliving.org/

BHI Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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