Spring 2027 - Intern, Social Media Graphic Design

Our Intern program is a paid opportunity that allows participants to contribute to the organization’s success while at the same time applying learnings from the classroom. This semester we will continue with a hybrid program and will offer each participant the opportunity to gain in-office experience for approximately 3-days a week. Interns are responsible for their individual transportation and housing needs.  

Intern Expectations: 

• All Interns are expected to work 24-29.9 hours a week during the session. While each Intern will be working with a specific division, they will have the opportunity to learn about other areas within Excel, through lunch and learns held throughout the semester.  

Important Dates:   

• Our Spring Program runs from Monday, January 11th, 2027, through Thursday, May 6th, 2027. 

Office Hours:   

• 9:00 am‐6:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday OR as agreed upon with advisor.  Days in office must be coordinated with Advisor’s schedules.    

Our Interns must:  

• Be available to work under 30 hours per week.  
• Be available to report to the New York Office approximately 3-days a week.  
• Have a senior standing in college (must have completed your junior year of undergrad)  

OR  

• Be enrolled in a graduate school  

OR  

• Have a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree.   

Interview Process:   

• Applications will close on November 20th, 2026.
• If selected, the expectation is that offers will be extended by early December. 
• The program will begin on January 11th, 2027. 

Social Media Graphic Design Intern Expectations: 

• Assists the Social Media team with designing content for client coverage across Excel social divisions to ensure full coverage of roster and other duties as assigned
• Proficiency and experience in Adobe Photoshop are required
• Must provide creative portfolio
• Must demonstrate high attention to detail and consistency
• Learns the importance of C.A.R.E. (consistency, authenticity, relevance and engagement.) 
• Will learn the design process of content to be published for approved stories and posts  
• Will develop skills needed to identify social media design trends and opportunities  
• Will develop skills needed to design social media specific graphics  
• Will have access to the Excel team for industry advice and learnings  
• May occasionally be assigned projects outside the Social Media/Communications group to gain exposure to other divisions within Excel.  

The pay for this position is: $17.00 per hour. Please note that the foregoing compensation information is a good-faith assessment associated with this position only and is provided pursuant to the California and New York City Salary Transparency Law.