Barrel partners with CPG brands to elevate their online presence and drive growth through e-commerce, website optimization, email, SEO, and content strategy. As a globally distributed team, we are united by a mission to help clients succeed through thoughtful, customer-centric solutions. Our goal is to create experiences that resonate, add value, and build lasting connections with their communities.
The Role
Barrel is seeking a Design Intern to join our team for a 3–6 month paid internship. This is a remote internship. Applicants based in the U.S. and Canada are preferred due to time zone alignment and communication logistics, but we welcome applications from all eligible candidates. As a Design Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work within an existing design system, contribute fresh ideas, and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist in creating designs for internal projects and client deliverables
- Research design trends and consumer behaviors to inform creative decisions
- Work within established design systems while contributing innovative ideas
- Schedule and participate in design reviews, take notes, and engage in internal and client meetings
Qualifications
- Recent graduate or currently enrolled as a Junior/Senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Design, Graphic Design, Advertising, or a related field
- Previous design internship experience within an agency is a plus
- Strong understanding of layout, color, typography, and web design principles
- Proficiency in Mac OS, Adobe Suite, Figma, Google Suite, Zoom, and Slack
- Familiarity with Canva and internal tools such as Asana, Harvest, and Pitch
- Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is preferred but not required
What We're Looking For
- Enthusiastic and adaptable, willing to contribute at any stage of a project
- Proactive in seeking answers, conducting independent research, and learning new design techniques
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to confidently express ideas while also being receptive to feedback
- Interest in eCommerce/Retail is a plus
