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Average Early-Career Design Intern with Adobe Illustrator Skills Hourly Pay in San Francisco, California

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$20.00
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$17.69
MEDIAN
$20
75%
$27.47

The average hourly pay for a Design Intern is $20.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$18 - $27
Total Pay
$40k - $57k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Apr 28 2017)
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What Do Design Interns Do?

Design Intern Tasks
  • Support design team by implementing plans.
  • Create and improve new and existing designs alongside designer.
  • Problem solve design issues.
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Common Health Benefits for a Design Intern

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100%

Gender Breakdown for Design Interns

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Design Interns

What is the highest pay for Design Interns in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Design Intern in San Francisco is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Design Interns in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Design Intern in San Francisco is $NaN / hour

How can Design Interns increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Design Intern is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Design Intern that oversees more junior Design Interns, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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What your skills are worth in the job market is constantly changing.
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