Junior Graphic Designer - Summer Intern
Summer Intern – Junior Graphic Designer, Clarks
We are looking for a creative and motivated Junior Designer Intern to join our team over the summer period. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate who wants hands-on experience creating artwork across a range of digital and print formats. You will support the creative team by producing high-quality, on-brand artwork from briefs through to final delivery. Depending on business requirements there may be an opportunity to assist in campaign concept development and attend an off-site photo shoot and/or the opportunity to work on motion video editing.
Key Responsibilities
- Create accurate and visually engaging artwork based on supplied briefs, templates, and brand guidelines.
- Prepare artwork for both digital and print outputs, ensuring files are production-ready.
- Support the design team with revisions, amends, and adaptations of existing artwork.
- Apply brand guidelines consistently across all artwork and assets.
- Manage multiple small tasks at once, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Quality-check artwork for accuracy, layout, colour, and formatting before submission.
- Organise and maintain artwork files using agreed naming and version control practices.
- Collaborate with designers, marketeers, and other stakeholders, taking feedback positively and acting on it promptly.
- Potential opportunities to assist in campaign concept development and attend an off-site photo shoot.
- Potential opportunity for motion video editing depending on knowledge of After Effects
Skills Required
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Figma desirable (but can be taught if not)
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe After Effects would present an opportunity for motion video editing (but not a requirement)
- Strong attention to detail and a good eye for layout, typography, and colour.
- Ability to follow briefs and take creative direction clearly.
- Good time management and organisational skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a professional creative environment.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Studying towards or recently completed a qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Creative Media, or a related subject.
- Some experience creating artwork for digital or print (academic, personal, or placement work accepted).
- Familiarity with preparing files for print and/or digital use is desirable but not essential.
- A small portfolio or examples of artwork (student work acceptable).
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world work experience
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Opportunity to build your network
Duration: 8–12 weeks, June–August
Location: On-Site, Street, Somerset Monday – Thursday (Fridays Remote)
Compensation: National Minimum Wage
How to Apply: Attach your CV and a portfolio example of work
Closing Date: 15th May
Rewards and benefits
Our rewards and benefits are as varied as our customers and our people, depending on your role, and which part of the business you join. The one thing they have in common is that they’re designed to recognise your contribution to our success.
Generous holiday allowance
Pension plan
Discount on Clarks products
Employee Assistance Programme
Provision for eye tests
Medicash plan (corporate and distribution centre colleagues)
Health cash plan (store management colleagues upwards)
Healthcare plan (for senior colleagues)
Long-service recognition awards
Exclusive employee discounts on a wide range of products and brands
Flexible & hybrid working
Investing in your development
We’re constantly on the move, staying ahead of a changing world by keeping our minds sharp and our skills fresh. That’s why, wherever in the world you join us, you’ll find a wide range of learning opportunities at your fingertips, to make sure you keep growing and progressing.
From apprenticeships in the UK, to internships in the US and Singapore. Support for professional qualifications, to targeted leadership development programmes, and LearnerVerse, our corporate online training portal. Not to mention the chance to experience life in different parts of the business, and learn first-hand from experienced colleagues. So, if you’re looking to build on your skills, the opportunities are yours for the taking.
What we can offer youMeet some of the team
To give you a real insight into what it’s like to work at Clarks, we thought we’d ask the people who know it best.
The people who already work here. And in their own words.
Nick
Head of Creative
Mason
Intern
Adriana
VP of Marketing
What to expect from our process
We know every person is unique – and we embrace it. So, you’ll find our recruitment process is a little different, depending on the role you apply for and where it’s based. But you’ll always find it’s:
Transparent
Right from the start, you’ll know what to expect. We’ll be honest about the role, the team, the division, and the business, as well as the process.
Fair
Our family values mean it’s in our DNA to treat people fairly. So, you can expect a process that’s respectful, whatever the outcome.
A two-way process
We’ll make sure you find out as much about us as we do about you, so you’re sure we’re the right fit for you.
Communicative
We’ll keep you in the loop at every step – so you always know where you stand. And at each stage, you’ll learn more about our culture, our brand, and what it means to be part of our journey.
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Junior Graphic Designer - Summer Intern
Location: Street
Reference number: 23626