Creative Intern (Graphic Design)

Help us build something bold.
We're looking for a creative, curious, and talented designer to help shape the next chapter of Harpy Strategy.
This isn't an internship where you'll just follow instructions or make minor edits. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful creative projects, collaborate directly with our founder, and help develop the visual identity of a growing international communications firm.
We're looking for someone with a great eye for design, fresh ideas, strong attention to detail, and the drive to turn concepts into high-quality work.
If you love good design, enjoy solving creative challenges, and know how to get things done, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Work On
Your primary project will be developing and expanding Harpy Strategy's visual identity and brand system.
You'll help us:
Develop Harpy's Brand Book: Create a comprehensive guide that brings our brand story, identity, personality, design principles, and visual standards together.
Establish Brand Guidelines: Define consistent standards for logo usage, typography, colors, imagery, patterns, icons, accessibility, and visual applications.
Build Creative Templates: Develop reusable templates for social media, presentations, proposals, marketing materials, and other communications.
Expand Our Brand Identity: Explore and design new branded assets, graphic elements, layouts, and creative applications.
Support Creative Projects: Contribute to digital content, marketing materials, and other design needs as opportunities arise.
Collaborate and Learn: Work with the founder and other stakeholders to translate feedback, ideas, and strategic objectives into thoughtful design solutions.
Who We're Looking For
We're more interested in your talent, creativity, and potential than your degree or years of experience.
Our ideal candidate:
Has a strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills, visual creativity, and attention to detail.
Has an eye for modern, polished design that meets professional industry standards.
Understands typography, composition, color, layout, and visual storytelling.
Has knowledge of accessible and inclusive design practices.
Is comfortable using professional design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Canva, or similar tools.
Is curious, proactive, organized, and comfortable managing deadlines.
Can take creative direction, incorporate feedback, and work independently.
Enjoys collaborating with people from different backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives.
Is eager to learn, experiment, and bring new ideas to the table.
Bilingual candidates (English and Spanish) are preferred.
No specific degree or formal educational background is required. We welcome students, recent graduates, self-taught designers, and emerging creative professionals.
What You'll Gain
Direct mentorship: Work alongside Harpy's founder, gaining exposure to brand strategy, communications, creative direction, and the business of running a growing firm.
Meaningful creative ownership: Help develop brand assets and design systems that will be used in real-world applications.
Portfolio-worthy experience: Build practical work you can showcase, subject to project approval and confidentiality requirements.
International collaboration: Gain experience working with a U.S.-based firm that values multicultural perspectives and creative thinking.
Room to grow: Receive constructive feedback, develop new skills, and contribute your own perspective to Harpy's evolving identity.
Internship Details
Location: Fully remote, open to applicants based in Panama, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Duration: 3 months.
Time Commitment: Approximately 10–15 hours per week, based on mutual agreement between the intern and Harpy.
Compensation: A modest stipend will be provided, with the amount and payment terms confirmed before the internship begins.
Software: Applicants should have access to professional design software. In special circumstances, Harpy may provide software sponsorship or access to necessary tools.
Application Deadline: November 8, 2026.
About Harpy Strategy
We're a multilingual strategic communications firm working with mission-driven organizations, growing businesses, and public agencies.
We combine communications strategy, cultural insight, and multidisciplinary creative expertise to help organizations solve complex problems, build stronger strategies, and communicate with clarity and purpose.
Meet Our Founder
Alexander González is a Panamanian-born communications strategist and the Founder & Principal Strategist of Harpy Strategy.
With experience across government, strategic communications, and organizational leadership, Alexander founded Harpy to bring together diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and high-quality creative work. His approach is rooted in collaboration, mentorship, cultural understanding, and delivering meaningful results.
How to Apply
Please submit:
Your portfolio: Share examples of your graphic design work. Personal, academic, freelance, and professional projects are all welcome.
Tell us why do you want to work with Harpy.
Your resume
LinkedIn profile (optional).
Send your application to hello@harpystrategy.com with the subject line Graphic Design Internship – [Your Name].
Applications close November 8, 2026.
Great ideas can come from anywhere. We're looking for the talent, curiosity, and creative ambition to bring them to life.
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