Intern - Marketing Design

Company at a Glance

OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.

At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.

Internship Opportunity at OpenX – Learn, Innovate, and Grow in Digital Advertising

Are you eager to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, innovative industry? At OpenX, we offer a unique opportunity for interns to dive into the world of digital advertising, learning from experts who are shaping the future of programmatic marketplaces.

As an intern at OpenX, you'll have the chance to explore cutting-edge ad technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and develop skills that will set you apart in the industry. Whether you're interested in market design, technical innovation, or operational excellence, this internship is designed to provide real-world experience and mentorship in a collaborative environment.

Join us for a summer internship and be part of a team that is redefining digital media monetization—one ad at a time!

Location: West Coast-Remote or East Coast-Remote

OpenX is seeking a highly engaged and detail-oriented design intern to join our design team on a variety of projects related to brand identity across print, digital and interactive experiences. This is a great opportunity to accelerate your professional development, getting hands-on design experience working on high-impact marketing collateral. You will report to the Lead Designer and collaborate with the Creative Director.

What You’ll Do
Create and maintain graphic design content for branded communications and marketing collateral.
Supporting the production and coordination of design audits.
Conducting design research within the industry for marketing touchpoints.
Assist in photo editing for the website & other print materials.
Assist in expanding Photography and Brand Library
File management and archiving for clarity and organization. 
Other tasks upon request.

Qualifications
Working towards a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent portfolio of work
An understanding of how to apply basic design principles to creative work
Demonstrated creative ability across a range of static, dynamic and interactive media
Strong technical abilities in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
High proficiency in Google Slides and Google Docs
Experience in Figma a plus
Strong organizational skills and an ability to set priorities and manage time
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate ideas

This is a 20-30 hours/week internship position lasting from October to December 2026.

Please ensure that you submit your online portfolio along with your application and clarify your availability in your application.

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