Graphic Design Intern, Brand

Job Summary
WebstaurantStore is seeking a Graphic Design Intern (Brand) for 2027 to support the Design team in bringing the visual identity of the WebstaurantStore family of brands to life across customer touchpoints. Working closely with experienced designers, this role contributes to brand-level design projects while gaining hands-on experience in a professional, collaborative design environment.
This role is ideal for a student or emerging designer looking to strengthen their design skills, learn how established brand systems are applied, and gain experience creating work for a large e-commerce brand. The intern will work primarily on clearly defined design assignments and production tasks, with regular guidance, feedback, and mentorship from design managers, as well as senior and mid-level designers.
Responsibilities
Brand Design Support
Assist with the design and production of internal marketing collateral, campaign assets, and other creative materials
Apply established brand elements—including logos, color palettes, typography, and visual language—to assigned projects under designer guidance
Support senior, mid-level, and junior designers with production needs, asset creation, and project revisions
Adapt existing designs and templates for various print and digital applications
Participate in select brand projects and campaigns to gain exposure to the broader creative process
Collaborate with other creatives on event design ideation, collateral production, and digital support deliverables
Utilize established templates or provided direction to produce executive presentations
Brand Standards & Quality
Learn and follow established brand guidelines and style guides
Incorporate feedback from designers and creative reviews into assigned work
Review work for basic accuracy, consistency, and adherence to provided direction
Ask questions and seek guidance when project requirements or brand applications are unclear
Team Collaboration & Learning
Collaborate with members of the Design team to complete assigned creative work
Gain exposure to how the Brand team partners with Marketing, Content, Digital, Packaging, and other teams
Participate in team meetings, creative reviews, and critiques as appropriate
Communicate progress, questions, and potential roadblocks to supervising designers
Develop an understanding of professional design workflows, feedback processes, and project expectations
File Management & Process
Maintain organized working files using established naming conventions and versioning practices
Prepare and organize design assets for review and handoff
Complete assigned tasks within agreed-upon timelines with support from the design team
Learn and follow established team processes, tools, and asset-management practices
Physical Requirements
Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.
Remote Work Qualifications
Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
Access to a home router and modem.
A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only.
Experience
Currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
Portfolio demonstrating foundational graphic design skills through coursework, personal projects, freelance work, or previous internship experience
Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Figma
Foundational understanding of typography, color, composition, and layout
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Ability to receive, understand, and apply constructive design feedback
Good organizational and communication skills
Interest in brand design and working within established visual systems
Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines with guidance
Experience working in the Microsoft Suite – Word, Powerpoint, Excel
Education
This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.
Desired Traits & Skills
Curious and eager to learn how design decisions connect to business and customer outcomes
A strategic thinker that considers the "why" behind every brand decision
Comfortable giving and receiving feedback
Adaptive to varying types of projects
A collaborative communicator who works well with peers and partners
Detail-oriented, with a genuine interest in the craft of design
Company Overview
The foodservice professional’s premier source for restaurant equipment, supplies, and knowledge online. Our purpose is to empower and equip people to run their businesses more profitably and efficiently.
Benefits
401(k) matching
Employee Assistance Program
Company Discounts
Available at HQ Locations Only
On-Site Fitness Centers
Dog-friendly Offices

Work arrangement
Yes