Graphic Designer Summer Intern - Langley, British Columbia

Position: Graphic Designer Summer Intern · Department: Graphic Design · Term : Internship ( 12 weeks – May to July) · Hours : Full Time hours /week) · Reports to : D esign Manage · Location: In office (possible hybrid work opportunities) · Salary range: $21/hour · About Us · Focu ...

Job description

Position: Graphic Designer Summer Intern

Department: Graphic Design

Term : Internship ( 12 weeks – May to July)

Hours : Full Time hours /week)

Reports to : D esign Manage

Location: In office (possible hybrid work opportunities)

Salary range: $21/hour

About Us
Focus on the Family Canada is a Christian not-for-profit dedicated to helping families thrive since As a certified Best Christian Workplace, we are committed to healthy culture, employee well‑being, and Kingdom impact. Through our programs, resources, and initiatives, we support individuals and families in navigating life's challenges with faith, resilience, and love. Rooted in biblical values, we believe in fostering strong, healthy relationships and empowering communities through compassionate and faith-based support. Learn more at

About The Opportunity
We are looking for a team-oriented Junior Graphic Designer Intern with a clean, modern design approach. This role will provide graphic design support within the Creative Services department to achieve organizational goals. In this role, the Junior Graphic Designer will work closely with the Design Manager and internal departments to deliver high-quality and on-brand designs for both print and digital. This role is a unique opportunity to gain hands on design experience, insight into decision making processes, and the operations of a national nonprofit organization.

The ideal intern i s able to work out of our beautiful head office in British Columbia and is an engaging, energetic self-starter who relates well to others .

If you are eager to make a positive impact in the realms of family, faith and community – and be a part of shaping a brighter future for the next generation of Canadians – we invite you to apply today

Department Overview

The Creative Services Department plans, coordinates, and manages the development of promotional, communication, and informational projects from concept through completion, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and alignment with organizational goals . The team collaborates across departments to create high‑quality visuals through graphic design, copywriting, editing, production, and distribution.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Create, develop, and refine static graphic layouts for both print and digital applications while ensuring designs adhere to brand standards.
• Follow art direction and strategy to conceptualize and produce designs that meet the ministry objectives of the organization. Designs can include illustrations, layouts, and visuals for direct mail pieces, product catalogues, magazines, emails, and digital media, etc.
• Prepare and package files to meet pre-press and print requirements.
• Stock image selection and/or take occasional in-studio photos of a range of products and resources.
• Liaise with internal departments and work together to accomplish desired ministry outcomes.
• Participate in daily devotions, team meetings and organization wide meetings .

About You

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree or diploma program (ideally 3rd or 4th year student) or a recent post-graduate from a program in graphic design, communication design, new media, marketing design or related fields .
• S trong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• F amiliar with marketing and brand management, media publishing (including print and digital), and non-profit fundraising.
• Has a s ol id understanding of current standards and best practices for both print and digital design, including layout, typography, pre-press and print production processes, file management, and oversight of design quality control, as well as how designs are experienced differently through the physical and digital nature.
• Able to meet concrete deadlines while multi-tasking in an often fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and attentive to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven team that makes a tangible difference in the lives of families.
• Hands on experience in a professional environment with an organization that prioritizes faith, social responsibility, and holistic family support.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for understanding the operations of a nonprofit
• Enjoy paid internship while acquiring real life work experience leading to professional growth.
• Join us for our daily devotions and be part of a formal mentorship
• Store discount for interns to all Focus on the Family resources and materials.

Other Requirements
This position is contingent on Federal Government Grant funding by the Canada Summer Jobs program . Successful candidates must meet the criteria set forth by the grant program below.

To Be Eligible, Youth Must

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment (international students are not eligible participants); and,
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations; and,
• this role requires an individual who is able to sign and adhere to our Christian Foundations and Standards

At Focus on the Family Canada, we recognize that people are created in the image of God and deserve to be treated accordingly with compassion, equity, and professional excellence . We believe in fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve and that is a practical expression of our Christian faith .

We thank everyone for their interest in this role. To better manage our resources, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.