UL Research Institutes · 2 weeks ago
Graphic Design Summer 2026 Intern - Fire Safety Research Institute
Columbia, MD
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerUL Research Institutes is dedicated to advancing safety science and is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Design Intern. The intern will work with the Senior Multimedia Graphic Designer to create impactful promotional and educational visual content for fire safety initiatives.
Public Safety
Responsibilities
Assist in planning, design, and execution of print and multimedia deliverables that engage, inform, and educate
Assist in the design of publications, newsletters, social media posts, infographics, and charts, as well as editing photographs and creating PowerPoints, to support the needs of the organization
Support the creation of reports, presentations, and visualizations summarizing research findings. Prepare materials for internal and external presentations
Work closely with the amplification and research teams to gather information, share insights, and contribute to a collaborative and innovative environment
Help maintain and update a library of Brand Assets
Perform other duties as directed
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in graphic design or a related field (Recent graduates may also be considered.)
Strong interest in the non-profit sector and research related to safety, social or environmental issues
Proficiency with graphic content creation tools to create, design, develop, and deliver graphic designs, and the ability to learn new software applications is a must
Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar programs required
Familiarity with design software and technologies, including the Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Canva and PPT
Strong creative problem-solving and analytical skills
Demonstrate attention to detail and creativity in aspects of graphic design, including concepts, typography, imagery, color, and layout
Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Preferred
Animation and/or photography experience is a plus
Company
UL Research Institutes
UL Research Institutes is an independent safety science organization with global reach. It is a sub-organization of Fire Safety Research Institute.
Founded in 1894
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Stuart Miller
Vice President and Executive Director
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