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Graphic Design Intern (2 Positions)

By November 12, 2026No Comments4 min read

Graphic Design Intern

I’M NOT A BARISTA × Local Coffee Partner

Location: Guiyang, China
Workplace: On-site (In-person internship)
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Positions Available: 2

Love Coffee? Love Design? Create Something Meaningful With Us.

I’M NOT A BARISTA is a not-for-profit nonprofit organization dedicated to giving a voice to coffee people around the world. Through storytelling, creative campaigns, community events, and innovative coffee products, we connect people and support those behind the cup.

We’re looking for two creative and passionate Graphic Design Interns to join a collaborative project between I’M NOT A BARISTA and our local coffee partner in Guiyang, China. This is a fully in-person internship based in Guiyang City. Selected interns will work directly with our local project team, collaborate on real creative projects, and experience China’s growing specialty coffee community.

What You’ll Do

  • Create engaging graphics for Instagram, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms.
  • Design posters, promotional materials, and digital campaigns.
  • Support branding, packaging, and visual identity development.
  • Develop creative content for coffee events, community initiatives, and product launches.
  • Collaborate with the project team on visual storytelling and creative concepts.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh design ideas.

Who We’re Looking For

  • University students or recent graduates in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Advertising, or related fields.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma, or similar design tools.
  • A strong sense of typography, composition, color, and visual storytelling.
  • Good English communication skills.
  • Mandarin proficiency is highly preferred. International applicants are welcome.
  • Creative, independent, open-minded, and comfortable collaborating with a small team.
  • A genuine interest in coffee, design, and community projects.
  • Must be willing and able to live and work on-site in Guiyang for at least three months.

A portfolio demonstrating previous design work is required.

What We Offer

This is an unpaid internship, but we provide practical support to help students enjoy their experience in Guiyang.

  • Free accommodation: Furnished accommodation arranged for the internship.
  • Travel support: Round-trip transportation covered, subject to prior agreement.
  • Daily lunch: Provided on working days.
  • Pocket money: A modest allowance may be available.
  • Hands-on experience: Work on real creative projects with I’M NOT A BARISTA and our local coffee partner.
  • Portfolio development: Opportunities to create work for actual campaigns, products, and events.
  • Internship certificate: Provided upon successful completion.
  • Coffee community experience: Connect with coffee professionals and discover Guiyang’s specialty coffee culture.
  • Yummy coffee everyday, unlimited.

Internship Details

Location: Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China
Work Arrangement: 100% On-site (No remote positions)
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Openings: 2
Start Date: Flexible, to be discussed
Compensation: Unpaid, with accommodation, travel, and meal support

About Our Team

We’re a small, international team of coffee lovers, creatives, and community builders, mostly between the ages of 20 and 35.

This internship is part of a collaborative project between I’M NOT A BARISTA and our coffee partner in Guiyang. You’ll work closely with the local team while contributing to creative projects that connect coffee, design, and community.

We’re not looking for someone who simply follows instructions. We value curiosity, creativity, and people who aren’t afraid to share their ideas.

How to Apply

Please send the following to career@notabarista.org:

  1. Your CV or resume.
  2. Your design portfolio (PDF or online link).
  3. A short introduction explaining why you’re interested.
  4. Your available internship dates and language proficiency.

Email subject: Graphic Design Internship – Your Name

We welcome applications from China and internationally, provided applicants can participate in person in Guiyang and meet applicable internship and visa requirements.

Come for the design. Stay for the coffee. Make an impact.

I’M NOT A BARISTA
Humanity Runs on Coffee.

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