Summer 2026 Creative & Design Internship

ABOUT ORCHESTRA 

Orchestra is a strategic communications and marketing company built for today’s complex and fragmented world. From decoding audiences to designing bold strategies, Orchestra integrates people, platforms, and stories that stick to help clients build lasting influence. The company offers programs that span from the highest level strategic business counsel through to tactical execution. Orchestra brings together 700+ people with experience across consumer and lifestyle, technology, nonprofit and philanthropy, real estate, sports, travel, hospitality, and more. Made up of leading firms BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward, and Small Girls PR. Orchestra also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communications professionals, and Versus Media Group, a strategy-first political media team. Learn more at www.orchestraco.com.

People of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Orchestra is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

 

ABOUT THE CREATIVE & DESIGN INTERNSHIP

Orchestra is seeking highly motivated, design-driven individuals to join our Creative & Design team for a Summer Internship.

This hands-on opportunity is designed for students and emerging creatives with a strong interest in visual storytelling, branding, and multimedia design. Interns will be embedded on our Creative & Design team, contributing to active client work and internal initiatives in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment.

You’ll gain exposure to how ideas move from concept to execution — supporting the development of visual identities, digital assets, presentations, and multimedia content that bring strategy to life across formats and platforms.

Interns participate in internal meetings and collaborative work sessions, gaining real-world experience in a professional creative environment.

• Duration: May 26, 2026 - August 21, 2026
• Location: Hybrid internship based in our New York, N.Y. or Washington, D.C. offices (minimum 3 days/week in-office)
• Compensation:  Interns receive a standard rate of $18/hour.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

As an intern, you will…

• Support the development of visual and multimedia assets

• Assist with concepting and creative brainstorming

• Design graphics for presentations, social content, and marketing materials

• Help prepare client-ready materials and internal creative resources

• Collaborate closely with designers and cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

• Rising junior or senior, postgraduate student, or early-career professional with relevant interest or experience
• Background in graphic design, visual arts, digital media, or related field (art school students encouraged to apply)
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design fundamentals, creativity, and attention to detail
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Professional communication skills and collaborative mindset
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced creative environment 

For internship opportunities in business operations and strategy, please apply to our Corporate internship program. If you've applied the Communications internship program, and indicated an interest in "Creative & Design", you do not need to apply again. 

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, please submit the following materials as PDFs:

• Resume (1-2 pages): Highlight relevant professional, academic, volunteer, or extracurricular experience.
  
  
• Cover letter (500 words or less): Tell us why you are interested in Orchestra’s Communications Internship Program, how your skills and experiences prepare you to contribute, and which team(s) you are most interested in joining.

Application deadline: Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2026 to be considered.

Due to application volume, we are unable to respond to all submissions. We will reach out directly to candidates selected for interviews. We kindly ask that you do not call, email, or contact us to confirm receipt of your application or inquire about your status.

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Orchestra is the first communications company built for today’s media landscape. Since 2022, it’s acquired nine firms, including: BerlinRosen, Civitas Public Affairs Group, Derris, Glen Echo Group, Inkhouse, M18, Message Lab, Onward and Small Girls PR. It also launched Brightmode, a talent acquisition firm for communication professionals. Learn more at: www.orchestraco.com.

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