Designer Intern

Job Description

About Company

Ogilvy is a globally renowned creative agency with a rich legacy spanning 75 years, founded by David Ogilvy. The company’s core mission is to create significant impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, and value-driving ideas. Ogilvy builds on this heritage through its “Borderless Creativity” approach, which involves innovating across its diverse capabilities, including advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health. Experts from these areas collaborate seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries worldwide.

Ogilvy is recognized for its excellence, currently ranking as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC. This recognition underscores its ability to deliver creative solutions that generate “unreasonable impact” for both clients and communities. The company is part of the WPP group (NYSE: WPP).

Ogilvy’s culture places its people at the heart of its operations, fostering an environment that sparks game-changing ideas through collaboration, integrity, and the celebration of self-expression. The company is committed to building powerful teams with purpose and implementing transformative initiatives to ensure fairness and equity. Its ultimate mission is to positively impact the world, creating a better future for all and uplifting the global communities it serves, aligning with its “Borderless Creativity” mantra. Ogilvy is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and equal career opportunities for all applicants, regardless of particular characteristics.

For more information, visit Ogilvy.com and follow them on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.

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Job Description: Designer – Summer Internship Program

Ogilvy is seeking the next generation of creative talent – individuals who are insatiably curious, adept at connecting dots, and passionate about making things happen. The Summer Internship Program offers an opportunity to leverage a passion for creation into a role at Ogilvy.

Program Overview:
• Duration: A 10-week intensive program, running from June to August.
• Experience: Interns will gain hands-on experience working with live client briefs and contribute directly to current campaigns and fast-moving projects alongside award-winning creative teams.
• Exposure & Mentorship: The program offers wide exposure to different brands and creative leaders, coupled with dedicated mentorship to sharpen craft and provide real-world experience that enhances a professional portfolio.
• Focus: This application is specifically for creative craft internships. Separate applications are available for Business & Strategy roles on Ogilvy’s careers page.

What We’re Looking For (Designer):
Ogilvy is interested in applicants’ thought processes as much as their past work.
• Portfolio Requirement: A link to a portfolio or sample of work is mandatory for consideration, showcasing creative process and unique point of view.
• Design Expertise: Candidates should possess a deep interest in design principles, philosophy, techniques, tools, and current trends, with an eagerness to learn the latest developments in design. Experience or exploration in visual motion, 2D, 3D, and other areas is valued.
• Analytical & Conceptual Skills: Must be logical, analytical, and understand the value of design in solving human problems. The ability to think conceptually and possess a discerning editing eye is crucial.
• Interpersonal Skills: Candidates should be empathetic, collaborative, and able to communicate clearly.

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Adaptability: Adapting to a fast-paced environment and learning new design software.
• Support: Supporting the design team.
• Design Tasks: Designing visuals for various mediums and assisting with pulling scrap (reference materials) for projects.

The Fine Print:
• Locations: The 2026 Summer Internship Program will be offered in Ogilvy’s Chicago and New York offices.
• Model: This is a full-time (35-40 hours a week) paid internship that operates in a hybrid model, with 3-4 days expected to be in the office.
• Commutable Distance: Interns must be located within a commutable distance of their chosen office by the program’s start in June to fully immerse themselves in the collaborative culture.
• Eligibility:
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Must have current and future U.S. work authorization.
• Must submit a link to a portfolio or sample of work.
• Compensation:
• Pay Range: $20—$25 USD per hour.
• Variation: Individual compensation may vary based on job-related factors including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.
• Benefits: A competitive benefits package is offered.
• Application Deadline: January 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
• Accommodation: For assistance or reasonable accommodation with the application process, contact accommodations@ogilvy.com. (This email is exclusively for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.)