Brand Design Intern, Brand Studio (Summer 2026)

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs.

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs.

If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value.

THE WORK

We are looking for an enthusiastic Brand Design Intern eager to learn and grow within the Brand Studio. In this role, you'll work closely with our designers to implement brand touchpoints with Ripple and XRP, develop your craft, and contribute to brand experiences across digital, physical, and live applications. Build skills while working on diverse projects in a supportive, collaborative environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Complete design tasks and components for brand touchpoints across digital, physical, and live experiences under mentorship from senior team members

• Apply existing brand guidelines and systems to create consistent, high-quality results

• Create designs for graphics, presentations, social media content, apparel and marketing collateral

• Collaborate on creative sessions and deliver solutions for projects

• Maintain design system and expand brand design libraries

• Collaborate with team members and respond to feedback constructively

• Learn and follow established design processes and workflows

• Engage in design reviews

• Explore design trends, tools, and methodologies

• Run tasks with support from senior designers for timely delivery

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate degree preferably in a Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Communications Design or related field

• Available to work for 12 weeks during Summer 2026, beginning in May or June.

• Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship

• Strong foundational design skills with a portfolio showcasing work in areas such as visual design, typography, and graphics

• Portfolio, website, or links to work (with access and viewing instructions)

• Working knowledge of Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (specialized skills e.g., motion, illustration a plus)

• Good verbal, written, and presentation skills with eagerness to improve

• Passion for learning and receiving feedback

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Collaborative approach and adaptability to support team needs

• Ability to take direction and ask thoughtful questions

• Eagerness to develop design expertise across multiple fields

• Proactive attitude and dedication to growth

For positions that will be based in CA, the hourly range for this position is below. Actual rates may vary based on numerous factors including, among other things, an individual applicant’s experience and qualifications for the position. This range does not include equity or additional compensation, such as bonuses or commissions.

CA Hourly Rate Range
$28—$30.50 USD

WHO WE ARE:

Do Your Best Work

• The opportunity to build in a fast-paced start-up environment with experienced industry leaders

• A learning environment where you can dive deep into the latest technologies and make an impact. A professional development budget to support other modes of learning.

• Thrive in an environment where no matter what race, ethnicity, gender, origin, or culture they identify with, every employee is a respected, valued, and empowered part of the team.

• In-office collaboration for moments that matter is important to our culture, and we give managers and teams the flexibility to decide which 10+ days a month they come in.

• Bi-weekly all-company meeting - business updates and ask me anything style discussion with our Leadership Team

• We come together for moments that matter which include team offsites, team bonding activities, happy hours and more!

Take Control of Your Finances

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity

• Competitive benefits that cover physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support

• Employee giving match

• Mobile phone stipend

Take Care of Yourself

• R&R days so you can rest and recharge

• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly onsite & virtual programming

• Generous vacation policy - work with your manager to take time off when you need it

• Industry-leading parental leave policies. Family planning benefits.

• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks/beverages, and plenty of fun events

Benefits listed above are for full-time employees.

Ripple is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.

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