Design Intern

Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency. Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get… authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!

Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side® with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world. Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, LK, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.

Join us as a Design Intern in Downtown Minneapolis! Our design team plays a crucial role in shaping the brand’s visual identity and delivering creative solutions across various platforms. We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Design Intern to join our team and contribute innovative ideas to our projects.

Position Summary:

The Design Intern will collaborate with our creative team to develop compelling visual content for digital and print media. This role is ideal for students pursuing a career in graphic design, branding, or digital marketing. The intern will gain hands-on experience in a professional setting, working on real-world projects while expanding their design skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating graphics, layouts, and visual assets for marketing campaigns, social media, websites, and other platforms.
• Collaborate with the design team to develop brand-consistent visuals.
• Support the development of print materials, such as packaging, brochures, and promotional content.
• Edit and enhance images, illustrations, and multimedia elements.
• Help maintain and organize the company’s digital asset library.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
• Stay updated with industry trends and design best practices.

Required Education and Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree with at least one completed year in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory.
• Basic knowledge of UI/UX design and digital media trends is a plus.
• Ability to take constructive feedback and apply it to projects.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Company values: Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Team Member to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

Additional Information:

The salary range for this role is $21.00 -$22.00 per hour. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.