Visual Design Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is an independent research organization established to improve people's lives, protect and restore nature, and stabilize the climate. With a workforce of over 2,000 employees, WRI operates in more than a dozen focus countries and collaborates with partners in over 50 nations. The organization leverages its data, expertise, and global reach to influence policy and catalyze change across various systems, including food, land and water, energy, and cities. WRI's mission is to encourage human society to live in ways that protect the environment and ensure the needs of current and future generations are met. The organization values independence, integrity, impact, partnership, and care, and is committed to advancing gender and social equity in its mission, ensuring equal opportunities in employment for all qualified applicants regardless of their background.

Job Overview:
The Visual Design Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the Global Restoration Initiative (GRI), which focuses on restoring degraded landscapes and enhancing their economic and environmental productivity. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in design and communications within one of the world's most ambitious restoration programs. The intern will contribute to the development of visual systems that make complex scientific information accessible and compelling for global audiences. The role involves strengthening the visual communications toolkit for Restore Local and other restoration projects, producing high-quality assets for various campaigns, and collaborating with a diverse team to translate scientific findings into engaging visuals. The internship offers an opportunity to build a strong portfolio through real-world assignments and receive mentorship in creative concepting and design.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for two main areas: Design Systems & Tools (50%) and Creative Production (50%). In the Design Systems & Tools area, the intern will develop and refine scalable design templates for presentations, reports, social media, and donor materials. They will support the ongoing improvement of Restore Local's Canva platform, ensuring high-quality design is accessible to the entire program team. The intern will also maintain visual consistency across all materials, document and organize design assets for easy access and adaptation. In the Creative Production area, the intern will produce visual assets for presentations, digital campaigns, infographics, and donor-facing materials. They will support live communications priorities with timely design output, contribute original creative ideas to briefs, and collaborate with communications colleagues and subject matter experts to create compelling visuals that effectively communicate the story of restoration efforts in Africa and beyond.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this internship is a design student with strong craft skills and a keen eye for visual storytelling. While professional experience is not required, the organization values strong student work and creative curiosity. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and have a portfolio of design work that may include university projects, personal work, or freelance pieces. Experience in designing for digital channels (social media, email, web) and/or print/publication formats is essential. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain brand consistency across various formats and use cases are also important.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Media Design, Communication Design, or a related field. Additionally, interns at WRI Europe must be registered in a study program with a Dutch college or university for the entire duration of the internship.

Experience:
While professional experience is not a prerequisite for this internship, candidates should possess a strong portfolio that showcases their design skills and creativity. The organization values students who demonstrate a genuine interest in design and a willingness to learn and grow within an international, mission-driven context.

Languages:
Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. While additional languages are considered a plus, they are not required for the role.

Additional Notes:
This internship is a 6-month position with a start date of September 21st, 202

• Candidates should indicate their availability in their application. The working hours are set at 32 hours per week, which can be agreed upon with the supervisor. The internship will be based at the WRI Europe office in The Hague, with some flexibility to work from home. Interns will receive a reimbursement of €700 per month based on full-time working hours (32 hours per week). To apply, candidates must submit a resume and cover letter via the WRI Careers portal by the deadline of 10th August 202
• Applications submitted outside the portal will not be considered. In the cover letter, candidates should discuss a piece of design work they are proud of and provide insight into their thought process, not just the final output. Including a link to a portfolio or relevant work samples is strongly encouraged, and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are welcome.