Graphic Design Internship at Youshouldbehair

Job Description

Youshouldbehair (YSBH) is an emerging Black-owned, woman-owned online beauty retailer on a mission to be the ultimate one-stop shop for premium hair extensions and expertly curated multicultural hair care products. We know how overwhelming shopping for hair can be—running between stores, digging through endless reviews—but we make it a seamless, stress-free experience for hair care enthusiasts.
At YSBH, we believe in creativity, self-expression, and community, and our visual storytelling plays a key role in how we connect with our audience. That’s where you come in. As a Graphic Design Intern (Junior Art Director), you’ll work closely with our Creative Director to help shape the look and feel of our brand across social, e-commerce, and marketing campaigns—including up to three new product launches.

Internship Details

Available January 19 – May 8, 2026
Remote position (US-based applicants only)
Reports directly to the Creative Director
Must attend weekly check-in meetings with the Creative Director
Commitment: 18-20 hours per week
Unpaid but eligible for school credit

Key Responsibilities

Ecommerce & Social Media Content
Design Social Media posts for platforms such as Instagram and Pinterest
Assist in creating landing page visuals.
Support product image infographics for the youshouldbehair website.
Product Launch Design Support
Design packaging mockups, promotional graphics, and product feature visuals.
Create marketing assets for product launch campaigns across email, social, and ads.
Develop static and motion graphics for social media and retargeting ads.
Assist with A/B testing creative variations for paid campaigns.

What You’ll Gain

🚀 Professional experience as a Junior Art Director

🎨 Hands-on work with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and AI tools📈 Understanding of design for conversion, social trends, and paid marketing🛍️ A front-row seat to the launch of new beauty products📄 A letter of recommendation & LinkedIn recommendation upon completion

Perks

💳 $150 store credit every 30 days

💌 Letter of recommendation from our Creative Director

🖊️ LinkedIn recommendation to support your career growth

🎓 Eligible for course credit (must be enrolled in a relevant program)

Who Should Apply?

We’re looking for a passionate, detail-oriented, and creative individual who wants to build their portfolio and gain hands-on experience in beauty branding and design.

Applicant Requirements

✔️ Junior or senior (Class of 2026 or 2027) enrolled in an accredited college/university

✔️ Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field

✔️ Resume and portfolio required (portfolios are required for design applicants)

✔️ Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); experience with Canva or other design tools is a plus
✔️ Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory

✔️ Experience designing for digital platforms (social media, web, etc.) a plus

✔️ Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to feedback

✔️ Strong teamwork, organizational, and communication skills

✔️ Available Available January 19 – May 8, 2026 and able to commit 18-20 hours per week

How to Apply

📩 Submit your resume & portfolio to our application link.

🗓️ Deadline to Apply: November 7, 2025