Hybrid Graphic Design & Social Media Intern (Part-Time) bei Calyx Containers

Graphic Design & Social Media Intern (Part-Time)

Location: Salt Lake City, UT (On-site or Hybrid)
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Employment Type: Part-Time Internship (10–20 hours/week)

Who We Are

Calyx Containers is a vertically integrated cannabis packaging company changing the way products are cured, stored, and sold across the industry. Based in Salt Lake City, our team brings together engineering, compliance, design, and supply chain expertise to deliver packaging systems that elevate cannabis quality, extend shelf life, and support sustainable operations for our customers.

We’re a group of creators and problem solvers—focused on consistency, compliance, and consumer impact. If you’re excited to tell stories through content and want to grow with an energetic, and mission-driven team, read on.

The Role

As a Graphic Design & Social Media Intern, you’ll assist the marketing team by producing on-brand visuals and helping manage day-to-day social media activities. You’ll work closely with the Marketing Strategist & Designer and Multimedia Content Producer to bring campaigns, product launches, and social storytelling to life. This role is perfect for someone who loves design and also enjoys building engagement on digital platforms.

What You’ll Do

Graphic Design

• Design marketing assets such as social graphics, digital ads, email headers, and sales collateral.

• Format and polish presentations, product sheets, and case studies.

• Adapt existing creative into new formats (resizing, reformatting, updating copy/design elements).

• Ensure brand consistency across all creative deliverables.

Social Media Management

• Assist with day-to-day posting on LinkedIn, Instagram, and other platforms.

• Design, schedule, and publish posts using approved content calendars.

• Monitor engagement (likes, comments, shares) and flag opportunities to respond or optimize.

• Research trends, hashtags, and competitor activity to keep our channels fresh and relevant.

• Provide monthly reporting on social media performance.

Collaboration & Support

• Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and R&D teams on campaign deliverables.

• Brainstorm creative ideas for new campaigns, product launches, and storytelling formats.

• Organize and maintain digital assets within our creative library.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• Current student or recent graduate in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube).

• Strong design eye with a portfolio (academic or personal projects welcome).

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with social scheduling tools (e.g., Later, Hootsuite, HubSpot).

• Interest in cannabis, packaging, or consumer goods industries.

• Skills in Canva, Figma, or motion graphics tools.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in graphic design and social media marketing.

• Exposure to a professional marketing team in a high-growth industry.

• Portfolio-worthy projects across print, digital, and social.

• Mentorship from experienced marketers and designers.

• Flexible part-time schedule (10–20 hours/week).

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $15

• Internship length: [e.g., 3–6 months, with possibility of extension]