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Creative Services Design

Intern, Creative Services Design at National Hockey League

Internship Overview

The NHL Creative Services Department (CSD) is seeking a highly creative and motivated Graphic Design student to join its 2026 Summer Internship Program.

This paid internship offers hands-on experience within a fast-paced professional sports league environment. The Creative Services Design team leads the design, development, and implementation of the NHL brand across all consumer touchpoints, providing interns with meaningful exposure to in-house design operations.

Internship Duration: June 2026, approximately 6–8 weeks

Work Schedule: In-person at the NHL NYC office at least four days per week

Application Deadline: Sunday, March 1, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design team and production workflows
  • Assist in the design and production of print and digital creative assets
  • Organize and archive league assets, including logos, style guides, and imagery
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute campaign design concepts
  • Update player assets and images, including selection, retouching, and silhouetting
  • Conduct research on creative trends to inform design strategies

Qualifications

Required

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Strong design portfolio demonstrating layout, typography, and branding expertise
  • Ability to take creative direction and collaborate in a team environment
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
  • Proactive mindset with willingness to seek feedback
  • Passion for sports and entertainment marketing

Preferred

  • Experience with animation and motion graphics
  • Knowledge of hockey

Education Requirements

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited university or college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.

Internship Benefits

  • Paid internship at $20 per hour
  • Hands-on experience within a global professional sports organization
  • Exposure to branding and creative operations in a major league environment
  • Collaborative team culture focused on inclusion and professional development

Note: School credit is not offered. Housing is not provided.

The National Hockey League is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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