Design, Website & Creative Intern (USTA NorCal)

USTA NorCal Design, Website & Creative Intern

USTA NorCal is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Design, Website & Creative Intern to support graphics, apparel design, merchandise branding, print materials, and website creative projects. This role is ideal for a student or early-career creative interested in design, sports culture, visual storytelling, and community-centered branding. The intern will gain hands-on experience developing creative materials for USTA NorCal programs, events, merchandise, educational initiatives, and outreach campaigns.
This is a hybrid internship with a flexible schedule based on organizational needs. Most work will take place during our normal operating hours, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interns should expect a combination of remote work, in-person office work in Alameda, CA, and off-site event support. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be requested for special events, programs, or community activations.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in creating apparel and merchandise graphics for screen print, embroidery, DTF, and other production needs
Support the design of flyers, posters, signage, handouts, and other event or promotional materials
Assist in creating graphics for merchandise releases, campaigns, community events, and special projects
Assist with website visuals, digital banners, landing page graphics, and other online assets
Research and identify trends in sportswear, tennis, lifestyle apparel, and merchandise design
Help organize a merchandise release calendar connected to USTA NorCal events, programs, Heritage Months, community activations, and major sports or cultural moments
Organize and maintain creative files, design drafts, production assets, and reference materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support creative projects and help ensure deliverables are completed on time and aligned with project objectives.
Skills You Will Build:
Apparel and merchandise design for a sports organization
Brand-aligned design and campaign development
Print and digital production workflows
Website creative support and digital asset creation
Sports marketing and community engagement strategy
Calendar planning tied to cultural, educational, and sporting moments
Who You Are:
Current student, recent graduate, or emerging creative looking to build experience in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, apparel design, digital media, or a related area
Interest in sports, tennis, apparel, branding, nonprofit marketing, and/or creative storytelling
Some experience making graphics for social media, digital platforms, print materials, or apparel
Comfortable using, or willing to learn, design tools such as Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or similar platforms
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to learn and follow brand guidelines
Able to build skills in balancing multiple creative projects and help meet deadlines with guidance from the team
Open to feedback and willing to revise designs as needed
Creative, collaborative, and interested in telling inclusive, community-centered stories
Must have access to reliable transportation
Consistent availability from July 27 - Nov 9th, 2026
Must complete Safe Play certification course before start date
Preferred Experience:
Experience designing apparel graphics, merchandise, posters, flyers, or social media assets
Understanding of file preparation for print, embroidery, screen print, or DTF production
Interest in sportswear trends, streetwear, tennis culture, or event branding
Experience supporting websites, digital campaigns, or online content updates
Portfolio, class projects, or samples of creative work are encouraged
What We Offer:
Hands-on experience with a respected regional sports organization
Opportunity to build a professional design portfolio with real-world projects
Exposure to sports marketing, nonprofit programming, and community engagement
Mentorship and feedback from marketing and program staff
Experience designing for events, campaigns, merchandise, and digital platforms
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that helps grow tennis across diverse communities
Flexible learning environment with opportunities for creative input
Compensation details to be determined by USTA NorCal.
$20 per hour, internet and phone stipend, academic credit eligibility, and academic credit if applicable.
USTA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all individuals, regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, family status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.