Graphic & Web Design Track

From the introduction of the first printing press to the colonies in 1639 to the technology of today's digital age, Boston has long been a catalyst for innovations in communication and design.

Students in the Graphic & Web Design track explore the fundamentals of graphic design and interactive media through creative projects and assignments. Internship areas include magazine and book design, publishing, web development and design, advertising, and animation.

"Getting this experience this summer has definitely placed me a step closer to my career. I learned more about the inner workings of Web and magazine production than any class could ever offer. There was a point this summer as I was walking to work that I had to remind myself that I had not already graduated and moved to Boston, but I take that as a great start towards the future."
Keely McGowan,
University of North Carolina
Intern, Boston Magazine

Summer 1: The Academic Phase (May 22 - June 29, 2012)

You'll spend your first six weeks of the Summer Study Internship Program taking two 4-credit courses chosen from the following offerings in graphic and web design. The course section has descriptions and schedules.

Select Two:

Summer 2: The Internship Phase (July 9 - August 17, 2012)

For the second six weeks of the program, you'll be placed as an intern in a Boston-area organization or business that matches your interests and experience. You should expect to work five days a week for a minimum of 35 hours.

Graphic & Web Design Internship Opportunities

Internship placement opportunities are available at graphic and web design firms; publishing companies; advertising and creative agencies; non-profits; and local businesses.

Internship Placement

  • Guaranteed internship placement for 35 hours a week
  • Internship matches are based on your interests, abilities, and experience
  • All internship sites are accessible by public transportation
  • Visit our Placement Process page for additional information

Summer Study Internship Course (May 25 - August 17, 2012)

The Summer Study Internship Program's 2-credit Internship Course meets on Fridays throughout Summer 1 and on three evenings in Summer 2. The primary emphasis of this course is to explore links between your academic track and your on-site professional experience, and to provide support and guidance as you prepare for your placement.

Internship Profile

Student: John Sotherland

Career Track: Graphic & Web Design

Courses: Graphic Design Workshop, Electronic Commerce and Web Design

Internship Site: Metropolis Creative

On the Job: I came to the internship with conflicting motivations. I wanted to learn what I did not know how to do, but I also wanted to test my preexisting skills. Amazingly, I got to do both. I joined the staff of a very small company, which enabled me to learn about every aspect of how a design firm operates. I worked with clients directly, I designed websites, and I even created new ad campaigns. This program is a great way to get a head start on a career—I now have a real, professional portfolio to show future employers.

Perspectives: My advisor encouraged me to get an internship, and that seemed like a daunting task. But the BU program really worked with me to make it a reality—the internship placement staff listened to my interests and goals, and they took the rest from there.