Graphic Design Internship

*The Coborn's, Inc. Graphic Design Internship will run from June 1, 2026 through August 7, 2026.*

If you're energized by visual storytelling, creative problem-solving, and bringing brands to life through design, this internship is a great fit. As a Graphic Design Intern, you'll spend ten weeks working alongside our Marketing team, supporting creative work across digital platforms, in-store materials, and guest-facing communications.

You'll gain hands-on design experience, collaborate across teams, and receive mentorship that helps you build confidence and strengthen your creative skillset. By the end of the summer, you'll have real-world project experience and a clearer understanding of how graphic design supports brand strategy and business goals.

• Contribute to graphic design work within the Marketing team, including digital assets, print materials, layouts, and visual content.

• Support key campaigns and creative projects that align with Coborn's brand standards and communication goals.

• Participate in day-to-day design workflows to understand how creative work supports the broader business and enhances the guest experience.

• Partner with a small group of interns (2-3) on a cross-functional design-focused project.

• Research design trends, analyze brand needs, and develop creative solutions informed by business objectives and guest insights.

• Present final concepts and project outcomes to the Operating Committee at the conclusion of the internship.

• Participate in job shadows with leaders across the organization to see how design and marketing connect with operations, merchandising, HR, IT, and more.

• Visit retail and non-retail locations to observe how design and branding come to life in real guest environments.

• Attend cross-functional learning sessions that encourage collaboration and broaden business knowledge.

• Complete weekly learning activities, including creative exercises, readings, and guided reflections.

• Join group sessions led by the Learning & Development team covering leadership topics, guest speakers, and business insights.

• Build core professional skills through workshops focused on communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and presentation skills.

• Meet weekly with an assigned mentor for feedback, coaching, and career-focused discussions.

• Connect regularly with a department leader to review project progress and learning goals.

• Work closely with the Learning & Development team throughout the summer to support growth and ensure a meaningful internship experience.

Our remarkable employees are at the center of everything we do. At Coborn's, we focus on creating a workplace that's supportive, rewarding, and full of opportunities to grow. As an employee-owned company, we're proud to invest in our team members and their futures.

We offer a variety of benefits to both full-time and part-time employees, including:

• 10% employee discount on grocery items, plus franchise-specific discounts at company-owned Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Erbert & Gerbert's, and Pet Supplies Plus.

• DailyPay access for early wage availability.

• PTO/Vacation and paid floating holidays, plus time and a half for hours worked on company-recognized holidays.

• Paid military leave.

• Employee recognition programs with monetary rewards, in-store vouchers, and years-of-service awards.

• Health and wellness programs, challenges, and resources.

• Employee Assistance Program with unlimited phone support and up to five free in-person counseling sessions per situation each year.

• Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, technology, insurance, entertainment, and more.

• Tools and opportunities for professional growth and development.

• 401(k) plan options with a company match of up to 20% of the first 5% contributed.

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

• Education benefits including tuition discounts and scholarship opportunities.

• Additional optional benefits such as vision, accident, and critical illness insurance.

If you're hired or promoted into a full-time role, you'll also have access to:
Medical and dental coverage, HSA and FSA options, tuition reimbursement, adoption reimbursement, paid family caregiver leave, company-paid life insurance, AD&D coverage, and short- and long-term disability insurance.

Education and Experience

Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program aligned with the internship focus area or enrolled in a Two-Year degree

We believe that building a team of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences and perspectives inspires fresh thinking and opens us up to new possibilities. We are an EEO/AA Employer - All qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Are you friendly, dependable, and passionate about working with people? At Coborn's, Inc., we love serving our guests, supporting our communities, and helping our team members grow their careers. If you're looking for a place where you can build a future while making a positive impact every day, we'd love to talk to you about joining our team!

Coborn's, Inc. is a fast-growing, employee-owned grocery retailer proudly serving communities across the Midwest. Our family of grocery stores includes Coborn's, Cash Wise Foods, Marketplace Foods, Hornbacher's, Tadych's Marketplace Foods, Sullivan's Foods, and Kessler's. We offer our guests an elevated shopping experience-both in-store and online-focused on freshness, value, and convenience. Guided by our company vision to inspire happiness, healthy living, and simplicity, this principle has fueled our growth for more than 100 years and is at the heart of everything we do.

Coborn's, Inc. also owns and operates liquor stores under the Coborn's Liquor, Cash Wise Liquor, Andy's Liquor, and Captain Jack's brands. In addition, we operate fuel kiosks and convenience store locations under the Little Dukes and Coborn's Express names. Many of our grocery stores also feature full-service pharmacies to support the health and wellness of our guests. We manage a variety of other retail businesses in markets where the fit is right, including Ace Hardware, Country Floral Gifts & Greenhouse, Caribou Coffee, Dunn Brothers Coffee, Erbert and Gerbert's, Godfather's Pizza, and Pet Supplies Plus. To support our diverse retail operations, we operate our own central bakery, fresh foods commissary, and grocery warehouse and distribution center.