Graphic Design Summer 2026 Intern - Fire Safety Research Institute

Company: UL Research Institutes
Location: Columbia
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Graphic Design Intern at UL Research Institutes. This will be a hybrid opportunity based in our Columbia, Maryland office. The Graphic Design Intern works with the Senior Multimedia Graphic Designer and other digital content creators within FSRI to create impactful fire safety promotional and educational visual content to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders. UL Research Institutes: At UL Research Institutes (ULRI), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Fire Safety teams who conduct the research required to produce that knowledge and put it into practice. Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) advances fire safety knowledge to address the world’s unresolved fire safety risks and emerging dangers. As part of UL Research Institutes, we are committed to sharing our fire safety insights with everyone to advance UL’s public safety mission of providing safe living and working environments for people everywhere. Through advanced fire science, rigorous research, extensive outreach, and education in collaboration with our international network of partners, we share with stakeholders the information, tools, and resources that enable them to make better, more fire-safe decisions that ultimately save lives and property. To learn more, visit FSRI.org . What you’ll learn and achieve: As the Graphic Design Intern, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you: Assist in planning, design, and execution of print and multimedia deliverables that engage, inform, and educate. Assist in the design of publications, newsletters, social media posts, infographics, and charts, as well as editing photographs and creating PowerPoints, to support the needs of the organization. Support the creation of reports, presentations, and visualizations summarizing research findings. Prepare materials for internal and external presentations. Work closely with the amplification and research teams to gather information, share insights, and contribute to a collaborative and innovative environment. Help maintain and update a library of Brand Assets. Perform other duties as directed. What makes you a great fit: While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes: Familiarity with design software and technologies, including the Adobe Creative Cloud applications, Canva and PPT. Strong creative problem-solving and analytical skills. Demonstrate attention to detail and creativity in aspects of graphic design, including concepts, typography, imagery, color, and layout. Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Professional education and experience requirements for the role include: Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in graphic design or a related field (Recent graduates may also be considered.) Strong interest in the non-profit sector and research related to safety, social or environmental issues. Proficiency with graphic content creation tools to create, design, develop, and deliver graphic designs, and the ability to learn new software applications is a must. Animation and/or photography experience is a plus. Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or similar programs required. About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being. Our affiliate, UL Solutions, stands alongside us in working for a safer and more sustainable world. UL Solutions conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools, for customers around the world. To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org . Salary Range: Pay Type: Hourly

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