Graphic Design Intern

Job Description

Job Title

Graphic Design Intern - Fall 2026

About the Job

Books-A-Million is looking for a Graphic Design Intern to join our Marketing team this fall at our Birmingham, AL headquarters. This is an on-site, part-time internship supporting the Creative/Design team. The intern will assist with entry-level design projects - web banners, email graphics, templates, print work, and social media. This is a great opportunity for a student early in their design career to build real, portfolio-ready experience in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Role Summary

The Graphic Design Intern supports BAM's Creative/Design team by taking on entry-level design work, supporting the design team on high-priority projects. The role is a chance to learn on the job - applying classroom design skills to real marketing materials, receiving hands-on feedback, and building a portfolio along the way. The intern will work closely with the Creative team and collaborate with broader Marketing on store-visit content needs. The environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with room to grow and ask questions.

Role Responsibilities

Design Support
• Help create web banners, email graphics, templates, print work, and social media content across all four of BAM's brands (BAM!, 2nd & Charles, Joe Muggs, and Yogurt Mountain)
• Learn to apply typography and brand guidelines to marketing materials
• Support the Creative team with day-to-day design requests

Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with the Creative team on active projects
• Support local store visits for social content shoots

Learning & Development
• Build a growing portfolio of real, published design work
• Present a final project recap to leadership at the end of the internship

Role Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or a related field (rising junior or senior preferred)
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom)
• Interest in typography, layout, and visual brand consistency
• Strong attention to detail and openness to feedback
• Reliable and organized, with the ability to manage a few small projects at once

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior design experience of any kind - school projects, freelance work, or a part-time job - is a nice plus, but not required
• Familiarity with photo/video content or social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube) is a bonus

Work Environment & Expectations
• Location: On-site at Birmingham, AL headquarters
• Schedule: Part-time, up to 30 hours/week depending on class schedule (flexible - full days or half days available)
• Program Length: Approximately 12 weeks, September 21 - mid-December 2026
• Travel: Minimal; occasional local store visits for content shoots

The Perks

As a BAM intern, you'll get more than just work experience - you'll get real mentorship and a foot in the door:

Compensation: $15/hour

Mentorship: Hands-on coaching and feedback from BAM's Creative team

Portfolio-Building: Real, published design work you can showcase after the internship

Leadership Exposure: Opportunity to present your work to BAM leadership

Employee Discount: Enjoy discounts on books and other products across our stores

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Books-A-Million is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences, and we strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued and empowered. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their background or personal characteristics. We are dedicated to creating a culture of respect, equity, and opportunity for all employees, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.