Junior Graphic Design Intern at Burson Global

Who we are:

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram

More about the role:

The Junior Graphic Design Intern will support the Business Development, Marketing, and Studio teams by creating high-quality visual assets for both internal and client-facing materials. This role provides hands-on exposure to design within a fast-paced global communications agency and offers the opportunity to contribute to pitch decks, social media content, marketing collateral, and brand communications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn within a multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce visual assets including pitch decks, social media graphics, marketing collateral, digital ads, client materials, and web banners.
  
  • Work closely with the Business Development and Marketing teams to support the creation of compelling pitch materials and campaign visuals.
  • Collaborate with the Studio team to update, refine, and adapt design templates and branded assets (e.g., logos, brand guidelines, brochures, reports).
  • Ensure brand consistency across all creative outputs and follow established visual guidelines.
  • Contribute ideas during creative sessions and support concept development for presentations and campaigns.
  • Assist with organizing design files, tracking deadlines, managing project briefs, and ensuring timely delivery of final assets.

Skills & Qualifications

• Recently completed or currently completing a degree/certificate in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Advertising, Digital Media, or a related field.
  
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); familiarity with digital asset creation, presentation design, and basic motion graphics is considered an asset.
  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, colour theory, and visual hierarchy.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, work under tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • A portfolio showcasing design work across digital and/or print media.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience within a global communications agency, working on a variety of internal and client projects.
  
  • Mentorship and support from senior designers and creative leaders.
  • Opportunities to build a strong, agency-ready design portfolio.
  • A collaborative environment where design plays a key role in supporting marketing, business development, and creative functions.

You belong at Burson:

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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