The Cary Company

Graphic Design Internship

The Cary Company Addison, IL

Are you a budding designer with a passion for turning ideas into eye-catching visuals? We're a dynamic company with a vibrant culture, seeking a talented intern to join our creative team. If you're ready to unleash your creativity, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute to real-world projects, this is your chance to shine!

What You'll Do

  • Design for Impact: Create a wide range of in-house materials (posters, newsletters, flyers, etc.) and client-facing designs (labels, logos, brochures)
  • Collaborate & Innovate: Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh ideas and unique design solutions
  • Events & Promotions: Design engaging materials for company outings, events, and special occasions
  • Client-Focused: Work with external clients to understand their needs and translate them into compelling visuals
  • Growth Mindset: Embrace constructive feedback and continuously develop your design skills
  • Quotes & Collaboration: Prepare quotes for external projects and collaborate closely with other creatives (photographers, filmmakers, marketers)

What You Bring

  • Design Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
  • Creative Vision: Ability to translate abstract concepts into visually compelling designs
  • People Skills: Excellent communication and the ability to understand client needs, even when they're not sure what they want
  • Persuasion & Execution: The confidence to sell your ideas and the follow-through to see them through to completion
  • Positive Attitude: A collaborative spirit, eagerness to learn, and a passion for great design
  • Portfolio: A showcase of your student work or personal projects (required)

Why Join Us

  • Real-World Experience: Gain hands-on experience working on diverse projects
  • Mentorship: Learn from seasoned professionals and expand your design expertise
  • Creative Culture: Work in a supportive environment that values fresh ideas and unique perspectives
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a comfortable work environment with a focus on well-being

Let's create something amazing together!

A little about the company:

  • We are a well-established and successful business with a rich history. We value our employees and strive to create a positive and optimistic workplace. We're passionate about what we do, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team
    • Been around since 1895
    • Grown from 30 employees in 2005 to 60 in 2010 and now over 240
    • Locations in Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN (2018),Pittsburgh, PA (2019),Salt Lake City, UT (2021), Livermore, CA (2021), Jurupa Valley, CA (2021), Charlotte, NC (2023)
    • We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration.
    • We have a beautiful newly renovated corporate office/warehouse in Addison, IL
    • We have a strengths-based approach working to leverage what the employee likes to do and is good at doing
    • Privately owned
We work to build autonomy, connectedness and confidence in your role

  • Interns will receive check-ins from HR as well as their department leader
  • We have various committees employees can support such as Culture Committee and Cary Cares
  • Fun Friday’s, and other company events are some highlights (check out our Facebook page)

People that are successful in our culture/company have the following characteristics:

  • Positive/optimistic
  • Open Minded, but still look for ways to make our systems better
  • Curious/Inquisitive
  • Customer-Focused (ease of doing business for our customers)
  • Supportive of Co-workers

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  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Internship
  • Job function

    Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Internet Publishing

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