Graphic Design Internship
Real Salt Lake
Internship
On-site
Sandy, Utah, United States
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About Us
Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy are united by a shared mission of winning together through development. We are committed to building world-class teams by investing in people—developing players, staff, and leaders through collaboration, growth, and a high-performance culture. If you’re passionate about sport and motivated to grow your career in a purpose-driven organization, we invite you to join us.
Summary
The Graphic Design Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the brand and vision of the Real Salt Lake & Utah Royals organization and what it takes to be creative in a professional sports environment (including but not limited to general content creation, conceptualizing projects, editing, and fitting in with a brand). In this internship, you will further develop general critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, communication, and organizational skills.
This internship requires a minimum commitment of working every home game at America First Field and Zions Bank Stadium. In-office hours are also required throughout the workweek to capture content, edit photos, as well as complete other duties as assigned. Please note that the RSL and Utah Royals seasons may run through November.
APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A PORTFOLIO OR WORK SAMPLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
Responsibilities Include:
Under the direction of the Senior Graphic Designer, Digital Director, and Marketing Coordinator:
- Creates graphics for Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals, Real Monarchs, RSL Academy, and Club Partners as assigned, with a focus on branding, social media, merchandise, and partner design
- Prepares production-ready files for all mediums, including digital and print
- Collaborates with the design/marketing team on overall brand/campaign ideation and design that defines and manifests the brand voice for the organization
- Assists with ideation and design of Club and stadium signage, including mockups and print-ready files for large scrims, billboards, and public adverts
- Collaborates with multiple internal departments to deliver requested creative elements that meet functional needs and aesthetically match the club's brand guidelines across Comms, Commercial, Corporate, Content, and sporting departments
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled or recently graduated from a graphic design or related program
- Passion for visual design and learning new methods of designing digital experiences
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Strong design fundamentals; solid typography, composition, and great attention to detail
- Able to work non-traditional hours and weekends in non-traditional settings, within a team atmosphere
- Able to work for the entirety of the 2026 MLS & NWSL season
- Understanding of both digital and print design workflows and principles
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
- Ability to present and defend your thought process
- Team-centric attitude and approach
- Ability to pass a background check and become SafeSport Certified
Preferred Qualifications:
- Spanish bilingual
- Basic knowledge of soccer is not required, but highly suggested.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
This role is primarily performed in a professional office and stadium environment and requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer and using standard office equipment. The position may involve walking throughout stadium facilities on game days, navigating stairs, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Occasional lifting or carrying of materials (generally up to 25 pounds) such as signage, equipment, or supplies may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
The Club provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and the Club reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.