Design Intern
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Job Description
About Worldreader:
Worldreader is a global ed-tech organization committed to improving literacy and learning outcomes for young children. Their mission is to open up endless possibilities for children through reading and engaging activities. They reach families in over 100 countries with content designed to foster family-centered reading experiences. Their goal is to inspire a new generation of confident and smart children worldwide.
Job Description: Design Intern
This is an unpaid, remote internship based in the US, running from June 11 to October 10, 2025, for up to 15 hours per week. As a design intern, you will play a vital role in enhancing the visual and interactive experience of Worldreader’s children’s digital library. Your responsibilities will include:
• Book Cover Updates: Updating children’s book covers to meet application specifications, ensuring consistent sizing and design elements across the platform.
• Micro-animations & Collateral for BookSmart: Creating Lottie animations of the reading buddy, Sprouty, for the BookSmart UI. This also involves designing Sprouty’s wardrobe and other related assets.
• Audiobook Presentation for YouTube: Developing a visually appealing and accessible template or video format for audiobooks to be published on YouTube, aligning with Worldreader’s brand.
• Inclusive & Engaging Design: Contributing to design solutions that are accessible, joyful, and appealing to young readers and their caregivers, prioritizing clarity and inclusivity.
The internship culminates in a final report and/or presentation to Worldreader staff.
Desired Qualifications:
• Currently enrolled in a US-based bachelor’s or master’s degree program (Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field preferred).
• Access to your own computer, reliable internet connection, and workspace.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Canva, Figma, or similar software.
• Familiarity with animation tools/platforms like LottieFiles.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for layout, color, and typography.
• Excellent research, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to design with young children and families in mind, emphasizing clarity, joy, and accessibility.
• Capacity to work effectively remotely and collaboratively.
• Interest in diverse and inclusive design practices.
• Experience with multilingual content (Spanish, Arabic, or Hindi) is a plus but not required.
• Commitment to the project timeframe.
Benefits:
Interns will:
• Support Worldreader’s mission of bringing digital reading to underserved communities.
• Learn about international development and the non-profit education sector.
• Collaborate with a global team.
• Gain valuable resume-building experience.
• Expand their professional network.
