At Van Metre, we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth, success, and culture. We seek out candidates who love to challenge themselves and work with others to fulfill this role. Van Metre is seeking a Graphic Design Intern for Summer 2025!This a hybrid work opportunity. The schedule is Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. In office days will be Tuesdays as well as property visits as needed.Position OverviewThe Investment Properties Marketing division seeks a creative and detail-oriented intern to join our dynamic team. The Graphic Design intern will assist with creating visual assets for marketing materials, including flyers, logos, social media graphics, website elements, and print collateral while supporting various marketing initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a multi-industry environment.Responsibilities
- Assist with property promotion by designing eye-catching flyers, brochures, and other marketing materials.
- Create graphics for prospect and resident-facing events
- Complete property requests and action items daily
- Assist in editing and retouching photos for digital and print media
- Support the marketing team with daily administrative tasks
- Help manage and update the company's social media platforms
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop new marketing ideas
- Conduct A/B test market research, analyze consumer behavior and adjust design based on findings
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Graphic Design, Marketing or a related field
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Canva
- Strong graphic design skills and a keen eye for detail and brand compliance
- Understanding of design principles and visual hierarchy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing trends
- Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge and experience of Adobe Suite - specifically Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Experience with content creation
- Ability to multitask under pressure
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Program
- Valid Driver's License and personal transportation
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience with a leading company in the industry
- Opportunity to develop a diverse skill set in marketing and design
- Build a portfolio of design work
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Flexible working hours to accommodate your study schedule
- Potential for future employment opportunities within the company
Van Metre's Summer 2025 Internship Program is an 8-week program in which Interns get the opportunity to hone the skills in their field but also learn about our business. The Program starts the first week in June 2025 and runs through early August. Interns will attend trainings and planned sessions with Executives from every team, learning about every aspect of a product, from inception to completion, sale, and management. The goal is to assist in your quest to become a well-rounded individual, just like our company is! Compensation Information:
Van Metre Core ValuesIntegrity; Ownership; Respect and Dignity; Diversity and Inclusion; Teamwork; Community; Work/Life Balance Van Metre Mission StatementThe mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company's founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company's emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the Van Metre signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.