Team Members are at the core of who we are; living our core values of making a difference, doing the right thing, making it easy, being caring, being friendly, nice, and respectful, and taking ownership. Perhaps Royal is the change you’re looking for. Royal Credit Union is looking for caring, energetic team members who want to create a positive impact in the lives of our Members.
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Hey Students! Are you passionate about creativity and visual storytelling? Do you love bringing ideas to life through design? Become a Graphic Designer Marketing Intern at Royal Credit Union! In this role, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic marketing team, create eye-catching visuals, and help shape the brand identity of a mission-driven organization.
All applicants must be located in the Eau Claire/Chippewa Valley Area & include a resume, cover letter, transcript and their anticipated graduation date when applying. If selected for the internship, you must be able to commit to the full 12 months and be enrolled at a university or technical college throughout the length of the internship.
Why Royal?
- Member and Community Focused: We are dedicated to making a positive impact on our Members and the communities we serve, going beyond financial services to enrich lives and foster growth.
- Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, values-driven workplace that is always evolving. We support each other and work together to achieve our goals.
- Professional Growth: We offer numerous opportunities for training and advancement, helping you continuously develop and advance your skills.
- Empowerment: We empower our team members to make decisions and drive initiatives that help our Members achieve their financial goals. Your ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
- Community Involvement: Engage with your local community through various initiatives and events, making a tangible difference where you live and work. Be part of something bigger.
What You’ll Do:
The Graphic Designer Marketing Intern is responsible for assisting the Graphic Designer with the visual identity of Royal Credit Union. This role creates high-quality graphic designs and executes creative initiatives to enhance awareness of Royal Credit Union's products, services, brand, and mission. Also, develops graphics and layouts for various marketing materials that align with our strategic goals and effectively engage audiences. This role helps maintain a consistent brand image and clear visual messaging across all channels, and is a collaborative contributor who ensures marketing efforts are cohesive, creative, and innovative.
What’s It Like Being an Intern at Royal Credit Union? Watch Here!
Our Commitment To You:
- Compensation: $17.85 - 19.98 per hour (candidates with significant related experience may be higher)
What’s Needed For This Position:
- Enrolled in a University or Technical College program related to Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising or similar field
- Must be bondable
- Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with a team
- Familiarity with digital tools and eagerness to explore new technologies and design trends
What We’d Love To See:
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
Intern Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
- Create a wide range of visual assets including digital and print materials such as social media graphics, brochures, flyers, and advertisements, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
- Collaborate with the marketing team and stakeholders to manage the full lifecycle of design projects from concept to distribution.
- Utilize Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) to produce high-quality, modern, and engaging designs.
- Support asset management, vendor coordination, and reporting on design performance metrics to inform future projects.
- Conduct research on design trends and competitors to continuously evolve Royal’s visual identity and test new creative approaches.
Work Schedule:
- Working approximately 15-20 hours/week during the school year and 35-40 hours/week during the summer. Generally working variable hours between 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday based on class schedule.
- Must be able to work remotely throughout the school year and during breaks.
- This is a limited term, non-benefit eligible, position that will go from May 2027 - May 2028.
- Must be able to commit to the 12 month internship.
Training:
- Prior to starting a normal work schedule, new Royal team members must attend Foundation Training at our Corporate Center in Eau Claire, WI from 9:00am - 4:30pm on Monday and Tuesday during their first week of employment. Out of town learners will be reimbursed costs related to travel and lodging.
- Foundation Training covers fundamental information about Royal’s culture and core values which sets the stage for team members to be successful within our organization.
Ready to make a positive impact? APPLY TODAY and be part of a team that appreciates your efforts and encourages your development!
We will be communicating with you by email and/or text on the status of your application. Please monitor your email inbox and junk folder for status updates and additional instructions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability.
Skills Required
- Enrollment in a university or technical college program related to Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, or a similar field
- Must be bondable
- Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with a team
- Familiarity with digital tools and eagerness to explore new technologies and design trends
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator
- Must be located in the Eau Claire/Chippewa Valley area
- Must commit to the full 12-month internship and remain enrolled throughout its duration
What We Do
Royal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit credit union serving members in Wisconsin and Minnesota. It provides personal and business financial services, including checking and savings, loans and credit, investments and retirement offerings, and business banking. Its mission centers on helping members and communities thrive through competitive rates, member-focused service, financial education, and community support, while reinvesting in members rather than shareholders.
