Co-op/Intern Visual Designer

About Kinaxis

Are you looking to join an innovative, market-leading company where you can truly elevate your career? At Kinaxis we are serious about culture, we are serious about technology, we are serious about customers, and we are serious about not taking ourselves too seriously. If you are looking to be part of an incredible growth story, then we might just be the place for you!

In 1984, we started out as a team of three engineers. Today, we have grown to become a global organization with over 2000 employees around the world, 6 global office and a best-in-class HQ in Ottawa, Canada. As winners of several Top Employer awards globally, we are proud to work with our customers and employees towards solving some of the biggest challenges facing supply chains today.

Kinaxis is a global leader in modern supply chain orchestration, powering complex global supply chains, and supporting the people who manage them. Our powerful, AI infused platform provides full transparency and visibility across end-to-end supply chains, enabling our customers to make faster, better decisions. We are trusted by renowned global brands to provide the agility and predictability needed to navigate today’s volatility and disruption. With more than 40,000 users in over 100 countries, we are expanding our team as we continue to innovate and revolutionize how we support our customers.

About the team

Working closely with designers, a videographer, and the Senior Creative Manager, the Intern Visual Designer will support the expansion of the company's brand identity and awareness and assist in the creation and editing of visual assets and graphic materials for various marketing campaigns, corporate events, websites, PowerPoint presentations, and interactive PDFs. They will actively participate in creative brainstorming sessions, team and project meetings, and weekly check-ins, collaborating with other designers and marketing leaders. They will also be responsible for organizing files and graphics in alignment with the Creative team's standards. Through this experience, the candidate will gain valuable knowledge in design techniques, stay updated on the latest innovations in the field, and develop key business skills such as time management, feedback exchange, communication, presentation, and collaboration.

Location

You must be in the Ottawa, Canada office at least three days a week.

Term Duration

 This is a full-time, 8, or 12-month position, starting January 2027.

Co-op / Intern Eligibility

This position is open to co-ops and interns. To be eligible, you must be currently enrolled in full-time education or be a recent/upcoming graduate within 12 months of the placement end date.

Compensation range

$19.46 - $28.55 hourly rate. The final offer within this range will reflect the candidate’s skills, year of education, and experience.

Vacancy Status

This is an existing job vacancy.

• →Collaborate with industry professionals to develop and execute creative design solutions for various projects.
• →Utilize Adobe Creative Suite to design and produce high-quality graphics and visual assets.
• →Take direction and feedback from team members to refine and improve designs.
• →Contribute fresh and innovative ideas to design projects.
• →Stay up-to-date with current design trends and techniques.
• →Assist in the preparation and execution of design tasks for Marketing initiatives.
• →Work closely with the Creative team to ensure brand consistency across all design projects.
• →Manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• →Maintain organized and detailed files for all design projects.
• →Actively participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions.
• →Continuously seek opportunities for growth and development in the field of graphic design.
• →Represent Kinaxis in a professional and positive manner at all times.

• Currently enrolled in, or recently completed, a BA or BFA in related field (Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Interactive Design, Digital Design) 
• A passion for graphic design, visual communication and a functional understanding of design theory and principles 
• Strong knowledge of design tools and prototyping software such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop with proficiency in other Adobe CC tools 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint 
• Understanding of Web UI standards, responsive design frameworks (basic HTML, CSS, and Java script knowledge is a plus), environmental graphics, and/or production process 
• A general understanding of digital trends, especially in the B2B.

We’re accepting applications now through end of day on November 1, 2027 . Please note that we may begin reviewing applications before the posting closes, so early submission is encouraged.

Work With Impact: Our platform directly helps companies power the world’s supply chains. We see the results of what we do out in the world every day, when we see store shelves stocked, when medications are available for our loved ones, and so much more.

Work with Fortune 500 Brands: Companies across industries trust us to help them take control of their integrated business planning and digital supply chain. Some of our customers include Lockheed Martin, Unilever, P&G, ExxonMobil, Cisco and more.

Social Responsibility at Kinaxis: Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee weighs in on hiring practices, talent assessment training materials, and mandatory training on unconscious bias and inclusion fundamentals. Sustainability is key to what we do and we’re committed to a long-term net-zero operations strategy. We are involved in our communities and support causes where we can make the most impact.

People matter at Kinaxis and here are some of the perks and benefits we offer, which may vary by location and employee:

• Flexible vacation and Kinaxis Days (company-wide days off)
• Flexible work options
• Physical and mental well-being programs
• Regularly scheduled virtual fitness classes
• Mentorship programs, training, and career development
• Recognition programs and referral rewards
• Hackathons

For more information, visit the Kinaxis website at www.kinaxis.com or the company’s blog at http://blog.kinaxis.com.

Kinaxis welcomes candidates to apply to our inclusive community. We provide accommodations upon request to ensure fairness and accessibility throughout our recruitment process for all candidates, including those with specific needs or disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please reach out to us at recruitmentprograms@kinaxis.com. This contact information is for accessibility requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Kinaxis is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the initial step of the recruitment process to compare submitted resumes against the job description to identify candidates whose education, experience, and skills most closely match the requirements of the role. After the initial screening, all subsequent decisions regarding your application, including final selection, are made by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.