Job Information
Lumen Intern - Graphic Design - Summer 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana
About Lumen
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.
We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
The Role
Lumen offers a fully immersive, 10-week summer internship program. Our interns demonstrate curiosity, innovation, and a passion for advancing technology. We believe that empowering our people and helping them reach their full potential is essential for the long-term success of both Lumen and our customers.
Program dates: May 30 – August 8, 2025.
Location
- This position is fully remote/ work from home.
The Main Responsibilities
Lumen’s Brand and Creative team are hiring two design focused interns for our summer program to support graphic and web design projects.
Other responsibilities of intern will include:
Design beautiful, engaging and effective material, including advertising and marketing campaigns, event collateral, web pages and more
Adhere to our brand and design standards; maintain company-wide consistency
Conceptualize and offer creative solutions for innovating, improving and optimizing our output, and help separate us from our competition
Experience designing for digital/online and print
Collaborate with a cross-functional, distributed teams that includes UX designers, Art Directors, copywriters, video editors, developers, project and campaign managers
Stay current with latest standards, changes, and trends in visual and web design fields
Actively participate in design team meetings, critiques, and guilds
Include feedback from previous campaigns when designing new solutions for maximum impact and success
Design responsive, accessible, and effective web pages
What We Look For in a Candidate
Program eligibility is contingent on the candidate’s commitment of the entire 10-week program. No exceptions will be made.
Required qualifications
Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, rising senior level education status at the start of the internship
Graduating August 2025 – May 2027
Preferred fields include bur not limited to: Graphic Design, Web Design, Marketing, Visual Arts or similar degree field
Intern must be able to work 40 hours per week during the 10-week program (May 30 – August 8, 2025)
US work authorization is required. Individuals needing visa sponsorship are not eligible.
Proficiency and understanding of:
Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and XD or Figma
Understanding of responsive web design, HTML and CSS is highly desirable
Proficiency in illustration and animation is highly desirable
Familiarity with Microsoft PPT
Understanding of typography, layout, color theory and composition
Preferred qualifications
Excellent communication, collaboration, problem solving and organizational skills
Must be able to clearly articulate ideas and show creative process
Curious, quick learner, reliable and ready to work hard
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; well-organized
Ability to design multiple elements that align with the current corporate brand identity
Ability to follow direction, multi-task, work on several priorities while meeting deadlines
Extreme attention to detail and consistency
Genuine interest in technology
Compensation
Internship compensation ranges depend on each individual’s level of education, geographic location, and experience/qualifications aligned to the role.
Hourly Based Pay Range:
Min: $22.00/hour
Max: $35.00/hour
What to Expect Next
After completion and submission of your application, you will be asked to participate in a virtual video interview. This on demand interview will be a way for Lumen to learn more about you and your experience as it aligns to the internship position. A separate email invitation will be sent to you (check your spam) within 6 hours of application. For continued consideration in the summer internship program, please ensure you complete the video interview within 5 business days of application.
Application & Interview Timeline:
October – First Round Interviews with top, qualified candidates
November - Interview panel with work team
December - All Summer 2025 offers will be extended by end of month
Requisition #: 335082
Background Screening
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
Disclaimer
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
Salary Range
Salary Min :
22
Salary Max :
35
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.
As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)
Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.
Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Application Deadline
10/19/2024